So you're planning a weekend in London and you've realised that the prices here are typically terrifyingly high. We feel your pain but it doesn't mean you have to miss out on a visit. The city has plenty of low-cost attractions and places to eat and drink that mean you can stay here and have a great time without falling into your overdraft. Plan an affordable city break in the capital with our guide to a budget-friendly weekend in London.
Guide to an affordable weekend in London
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Affordable hotel accommodation
Stylish and sustainable
With The Corner, you get a stylish base in East London at a hotel dedicated to sustainability. Rooms are designed as pods, and each one has its own unique character. Rooms are equipped with water-saving showers, organic toiletries, and recycled furniture. There's a bar and kitchen on-site and spaces for co-working and meetings.
- Price: About £160 for a snug double room
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42 Adler Street, Tower Hamlets
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The Corner
020-302 133 00 - Read more on Thatsup
Stay near Hyde Park
Located next to Hyde Park, Lancaster Gate Hotel offers affordable stays in central London. Guest rooms here have a classic look with bursts of colour, and a variety of room sizes are available. Whilst you're here, you can take advantage of room service or visit the on-site bar or restaurant, serving up budget-friendly international dishes.
- Price: About £156 for a double room
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66 Lancaster Gate
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Lancaster Gate Hotel
020-726 250 90 - Read more on Thatsup
Affordable hotel with great transport links
Located near a major railway station, The California is a chic, minimalist hotel. Every room features a distinct style, furnished with contemporary pieces and practical amenities such as bottled water, tea and coffee facilities, and personal care items. The hotel focuses on sustainability and affordability, opting to exclude extravagant services like concierge or room service in favour of cosy, fashionable accommodation at a wallet-friendly price.
- Price: About £160 for a double room
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4-8 Belgrove St, Bloomsbury
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The California London
020-783 776 29 - Read more on Thatsup
Drinks before dinner
Cosy cocktail spot
Escape the pace of central London with a cosy drink at FAM Bar & Kitchen. This vibrant drinking spot has bright red walls and a friendly and informal atmosphere. Classic and distinctive signature cocktails are served and you can also enjoy South American-inspired snacks. The bar has an impressive vinyl collection too.
- Price: About £12.50 for a margarita
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31 Duke St, Marylebone
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FAM Bar & Kitchen
020-793 533 03 - Read more on Thatsup
Creative and classic drinks
Freud Bar has been open since 1986 and has a reputation as a legendary cocktail destination. The drinks are affordable and there's something for everyone on the list, from classic mixes to more imaginative drinks. The lively atmosphere here is enhanced by music and rotating art exhibitions on the stripped-back walls.
- Price: About £7.60 for a gimlet
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198 Shaftesbury Avenue, Covent Garden
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Freud Bar
020-724 099 33 - Read more on Thatsup
Cocktails and fun
There are plenty of branches of The Cocktail Club dotted around the city. Here you get reasonably-priced cocktails combined with a sense of all-out fun. Each venue has a unique style but all have a buzzing atmosphere and a broad choice of drinks. It's the ideal environment to get your night going.
- Price: About £12 for a cocktail
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12, 29 Sclater St, Shoreditch/Tower Hamlets 224a Shaftesbury Ave 4 Great Portland St, Fitzrovia 2B Eastcheap, The City/City of London 78 Queen Victoria St, The City/City of London 61 Goodge St, Fitzrovia 210 Bishopsgate, The City/City of London 182-184 Clapham High St, Clapham 63 Worship St, ShoreditchThe Cocktail Club Shoreditch
12, 29 Sclater St, Shoreditch/Tower HamletsThe Cocktail Club Shaftesbury Avenue
224a Shaftesbury AveThe Cocktail Club Oxford Circus
4 Great Portland St, FitzroviaThe Cocktail Club Monument
2B Eastcheap, The City/City of LondonThe Cocktail Club Mansion House
78 Queen Victoria St, The City/City of LondonThe Cocktail Club Goodge Street
61 Goodge St, FitzroviaThe Cocktail Club Liverpool Street
210 Bishopsgate, The City/City of LondonThe Cocktail Club Clapham
182-184 Clapham High St, ClaphamThe Cocktail Club Old Street
63 Worship St, Shoreditch -
londoncocktailclub.co.uk/shoreditchThe Cocktail Club Shaftesbury Avenue
londoncocktailclub.co.uk/shaftesbury-avenueThe Cocktail Club Oxford Circus
londoncocktailclub.co.uk/oxford-circusThe Cocktail Club Monument
thecocktailclub.com/bars/monumentThe Cocktail Club Mansion House
londoncocktailclub.co.uk/mansion-houseThe Cocktail Club Goodge Street
londoncocktailclub.co.uk/goodge-streetThe Cocktail Club Liverpool Street
londoncocktailclub.co.uk/liverpool-streetThe Cocktail Club Clapham
thecocktailclub.com/bars/claphamThe Cocktail Club Old Street
londoncocktailclub.co.uk/old-streetThe Cocktail Club Shoreditch
020-395 179 71The Cocktail Club Shaftesbury Avenue
020-774 939 48The Cocktail Club Oxford Circus
020-374 567 92The Cocktail Club Monument
020-374 567 91The Cocktail Club Mansion House
020-774 939 49The Cocktail Club Goodge Street
020-774 939 51The Cocktail Club Liverpool Street
020-724 700 15The Cocktail Club Clapham
020-374 567 91The Cocktail Club Old Street
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The Cocktail Club Shoreditch The Cocktail Club Shaftesbury Avenue The Cocktail Club Oxford Circus The Cocktail Club Monument The Cocktail Club Mansion House The Cocktail Club Goodge Street The Cocktail Club Liverpool Street The Cocktail Club Clapham The Cocktail Club Old Street
It's dinnertime
Sleek pasta place
Sample high quality seasonal pasta dishes in a lively contemporary dining room at Soho's Pastaio. This friendly spot has indoor and outdoor seats. Start a meal at this slick establishment with antipasti before trying fresh pasta with a variety of gourmet sauces and fillings. Desserts and prosecco slushie cocktails are offered too.
- Price: About £15 for carbonara
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19 Ganton Street, Soho
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Pastaio
020-301 986 80 - Read more on Thatsup
Steak that's accessible
Flat Iron has branches throughout the city that make top quality steak accessible and affordable. Walk-ins are welcome at these smart restaurants, where the simple menu is made up of steak with a variety of sides to create your ideal meal. Despite the prices, all the ingredients used here are carefully sourced.
- Price: About £17 for steak and chips
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9 Young St, Kensington Ariel Way, Hammersmith and Fulham 112-116 Tooley St, Southwark 11 Clink St, Southwark 77 Curtain Rd, Shoreditch 17 Beak St, Soho 88-90 Commercial St, Shoreditch/Tower Hamlets 9 Denmark St 17-18 Henrietta St, Covent Garden 41 The Cut, South Bank/Southwark 44 James St, Marylebone 47-51 Caledonian Rd, Islington 18 Hammersmith Broadway, Hammersmith and Fulham 4-7 Victoria Buildings, Terminus Place, Westminster Royal Festival Hall, Belvedere Rd, South Bank/SouthwarkFlat Iron Kensington
9 Young St, KensingtonFlat Iron Westfield London
Ariel Way, Hammersmith and FulhamFlat Iron London Bridge
112-116 Tooley St, SouthwarkFlat Iron Borough
11 Clink St, SouthwarkFlat Iron Shoreditch
77 Curtain Rd, ShoreditchFlat Iron Soho
17 Beak St, SohoFlat Iron Spitalfields
88-90 Commercial St, Shoreditch/Tower HamletsFlat Iron Tottenham Court Road
9 Denmark StFlat Iron Covent Garden
17-18 Henrietta St, Covent GardenFlat Iron Waterloo
41 The Cut, South Bank/SouthwarkFlat Iron Marylebone
44 James St, MaryleboneFlat Iron Kings Cross
47-51 Caledonian Rd, IslingtonFlat Iron Hammersmith
18 Hammersmith Broadway, Hammersmith and FulhamFlat Iron Victoria
4-7 Victoria Buildings, Terminus Place, WestminsterFlat Iron Southbank
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Flat Iron Kensington
flatironsteak.co.uk/restaurant/kensingtonFlat Iron Westfield London
flatironsteak.co.uk/restaurant/westfield-londonFlat Iron London Bridge
flatironsteak.co.uk/restaurant/london-bridgeFlat Iron Borough
flatironsteak.co.uk/restaurant/london-bridge-clinkstreetFlat Iron Shoreditch
flatironsteak.co.uk/restaurant/shoreditchFlat Iron Soho
flatironsteak.co.uk/restaurant/sohoFlat Iron Spitalfields
flatironsteak.co.uk/restaurant/spitalfieldsFlat Iron Tottenham Court Road
flatironsteak.co.uk/restaurant/tottenham-court-roadFlat Iron Covent Garden
flatironsteak.co.uk/restaurant/covent-gardenFlat Iron Waterloo
flatironsteak.co.uk/restaurant/steak-restaurant-in-waterloo-londonFlat Iron Marylebone
flatironsteak.co.uk/restaurant/james-streetFlat Iron Kings Cross
flatironsteak.co.uk/restaurant/kings-crossFlat Iron Hammersmith
flatironsteak.co.uk/restaurant/hammersmithFlat Iron Victoria
flatironsteak.co.uk/restaurant/victoriaFlat Iron Southbank
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Flat Iron Kensington Flat Iron Westfield London Flat Iron London Bridge Flat Iron Borough Flat Iron Shoreditch Flat Iron Soho Flat Iron Spitalfields Flat Iron Tottenham Court Road Flat Iron Covent Garden Flat Iron Waterloo Flat Iron Marylebone Flat Iron Kings Cross Flat Iron Hammersmith Flat Iron Victoria Flat Iron Southbank
A true taste of Naples
Enjoy real Neapolitan pizza at a reasonable price thanks to Pizza Pilgrims. These bold and modern eateries are located all over the capital, with each one having a unique personality. Top quality ingredients are sourced straight from Italy to craft the pies here, with a variety of tempting toppings to satisfy every palate.
- Price: About £10 for margherita pizza
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43-47 Lonsdale Rd, Brent 12 Hertsmere Rd, Canary Wharf/Tower Hamlets 136 Shoreditch High St, Shoreditch 23 Garrick St, Covent Garden 15 Exmouth Market 11 Kingly St, Soho 8 Brown's Buildings, The City/City of London 11 Dean St, Soho Bermondsey Street, Southwark Tower 42, 22 Old Broad St, The City/City of London Westfield London, Ariel Way, Hammersmith and Fulham 32 Buckingham Palace Rd 40-42 Parkway, Camden Town 82 Lower Marsh, South Bank/Lambeth/Southwark 38 Queensway 100 Oxford St, Marylebone 12 Hertsmere Rd, Canary Wharf/Tower Hamlets 24 Eversholt St, Camden Town 219 King's Rd, ChelseaPizza Pilgrims Queen's Park
43-47 Lonsdale Rd, BrentPizza Pilgrims West India Quay
12 Hertsmere Rd, Canary Wharf/Tower HamletsPizza Pilgrims Shoreditch
136 Shoreditch High St, ShoreditchPizza Pilgrims Covent Garden
23 Garrick St, Covent GardenPizza Pilgrims Exmouth Market
15 Exmouth MarketPizza Pilgrims Kingly Court
11 Kingly St, SohoPizza Pilgrims Swingers Crazy Golf City
8 Brown's Buildings, The City/City of LondonPizza Pilgrims Soho
11 Dean St, SohoPizza Pilgrims London Bridge
Bermondsey Street, SouthwarkPizza Pilgrims Liverpool Street
Tower 42, 22 Old Broad St, The City/City of LondonPizza Pilgrims Westfield
Westfield London, Ariel Way, Hammersmith and FulhamPizza Pilgrims Victoria
32 Buckingham Palace RdPizza Pilgrims Camden
40-42 Parkway, Camden TownPizza Pilgrims Waterloo
82 Lower Marsh, South Bank/Lambeth/SouthwarkPizza Pilgrims Hyde Park
38 QueenswayPizza Pilgrims Selfridges
100 Oxford St, MarylebonePizza Pilgrims Canary Wharf
12 Hertsmere Rd, Canary Wharf/Tower HamletsPizza Pilgrims Euston
24 Eversholt St, Camden TownPizza Pilgrims Chelsea
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pizzapilgrims.co.ukPizza Pilgrims West India Quay
pizzapilgrims.co.ukPizza Pilgrims Shoreditch
pizzapilgrims.co.ukPizza Pilgrims Swingers Crazy Golf City
pizzapilgrims.co.ukPizza Pilgrims Covent Garden
pizzapilgrims.co.uk/pizzerias/covent-gardenPizza Pilgrims Exmouth Market
pizzapilgrims.co.ukPizza Pilgrims Kingly Court
pizzapilgrims.co.ukPizza Pilgrims Soho
pizzapilgrims.co.ukPizza Pilgrims London Bridge
pizzapilgrims.co.uk/pizzerias/london-bridgePizza Pilgrims Liverpool Street
pizzapilgrims.co.ukPizza Pilgrims Westfield
pizzapilgrims.co.ukPizza Pilgrims Victoria
pizzapilgrims.co.ukPizza Pilgrims Camden
pizzapilgrims.co.ukPizza Pilgrims Waterloo
pizzapilgrims.co.ukPizza Pilgrims Hyde Park
pizzapilgrims.co.ukPizza Pilgrims Selfridges
pizzapilgrims.co.ukPizza Pilgrims Canary Wharf
pizzapilgrims.co.uk/pizzerias/canary-wharfPizza Pilgrims Euston
pizzapilgrims.co.uk/pizzerias/eustonPizza Pilgrims Chelsea
pizzapilgrims.co.uk/pizzerias/chelseaPizza Pilgrims West India Quay
020-301 980 20Pizza Pilgrims Shoreditch
020-301 976 20Pizza Pilgrims Swingers Crazy Golf City
020-384 632 22Pizza Pilgrims Covent Garden
020-724 041 45Pizza Pilgrims Exmouth Market
020-806 969 69Pizza Pilgrims Kingly Court
020-728 722 00Pizza Pilgrims Soho
020-300 529 30Pizza Pilgrims London Bridge
020-397 498 25Pizza Pilgrims Liverpool Street
020-397 498 20Pizza Pilgrims Westfield
020-301 918 88Pizza Pilgrims Victoria
020-396 358 00Pizza Pilgrims Camden
020-816 783 66Pizza Pilgrims Waterloo
020-397 498 29Pizza Pilgrims Hyde Park
020-815 472 05Pizza Pilgrims Selfridges
020-731 838 62Pizza Pilgrims Canary Wharf
020-301 980 20Pizza Pilgrims Euston
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Pizza Pilgrims Queen's Park Pizza Pilgrims West India Quay Pizza Pilgrims Shoreditch Pizza Pilgrims Swingers Crazy Golf City Pizza Pilgrims Covent Garden Pizza Pilgrims Exmouth Market Pizza Pilgrims Kingly Court Pizza Pilgrims Soho Pizza Pilgrims London Bridge Pizza Pilgrims Liverpool Street Pizza Pilgrims Westfield Pizza Pilgrims Victoria Pizza Pilgrims Camden Pizza Pilgrims Waterloo Pizza Pilgrims Hyde Park Pizza Pilgrims Selfridges Pizza Pilgrims Canary Wharf Pizza Pilgrims Euston Pizza Pilgrims Chelsea
Keep the night going
Vibrant party venues
Big Chill is a lively party venue where you can stay out late. The bustling spot attracts a youthful crowd with pumping music and a vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy drinks ranging from craft beer to signature cocktails and get dancing. Fun events take place regularly to enhance the experience.
- Price: About £10 for cocktails
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Dray Walk Gallery, Shoreditch/Tower Hamlets 257-259 Pentonville RdBig Chill Brick Lane
Dray Walk Gallery, Shoreditch/Tower HamletsBig Chill King's Cross
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bigchillbar.com/brick-laneBig Chill King's Cross
bigchillbar.com/kings-crossBig Chill Brick Lane
020-739 291 80Big Chill King's Cross
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Big Chill Brick Lane Big Chill King's Cross
Nights out in East London
The Jago in Dalston is a top destination for live music, showcasing a diverse range of global sounds. Drinks are affordable and there's an eclectic line-up of parties and performances here. Everything happens in a vibrant and intimate space. A strong sense of community is also key at this venue.
- Price: About £10 for event tickets
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440 Kingsland Rd, Dalston
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Pub parties in Camden
The Camden Head has been around since 1787, making it one of the oldest pubs in Camden Town. Today it's a buzzy nightlife spot with pumping DJ sets until late, comedy nights, a varied choice of drinks, and a lively atmosphere. The venue also does food, dishing up innovative burgers with flamboyant presentation.
- Price: About £7 for a glass of wine
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100 Camden High Street, Camden Town
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The Camden Head
020-748 540 19 - Read more on Thatsup
Free London activities
City walking tours
Enjoy a city tour on foot for free with Strawberry Tours. A knowledgeable local will guide you on your walking tour and there are plenty of route choices. Whatever your interests are, there's something that'll appeal – check out the capital's street art, see places from the lives of film and TV characters, or see all the essential London sights.
- Price: Free
Tour an iconic building
The Palace of Westminster is best-known as the home of Big Ben and the UK Parliament. This striking Grade I listed building sits next to the Thames and is a must-see structure in London. UK residents can also join a tour inside free of charge and learn about the building's history and the inner workings of the political system.
- Price: Free for UK residents
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Palace of Westminster, Westminster
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Palace of Westminster
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The wonders of the natural world
Architectural marvel the Natural History Museum is packed with fascinating exhibits relating to the natural world and is free to visit. There's plenty for all ages to discover from fossils and dinosaurs to native wildlife and naturally-formed crystals. It's a family-friendly destination and there are eateries on-site too.
- Price: Free
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Cromwell Road, Kensington
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Natural History Museum
020-794 250 00 - Read more on Thatsup
Have some lunch
Sought-after pasta
Hand-rolled pasta specialists Padella have a serious reputation and hungry Londoners are usually willing to queue for their pasta fix. This modern pasta bar offers a changing menu of antipasti, pasta with fresh sauces and fillings, and alcoholic and soft drinks. Everything is high quality but still comes at budget-friendly prices.
- Price: About £14 for fettuccine with pesto
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1 Phipp St, Shoreditch 6 Southwark Street, SouthwarkPadella Shoreditch
1 Phipp St, ShoreditchPadella Borough
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Affordable award-winning burgers
Grab an award-winning burger at a price your bank balance will love at Bleecker Burger. These burgers have won some serious accolades and are made with top quality rare-breed, grass-fed beef. The eateries are cool, low-key, and contemporary, offering a straightforward menu of seriously satisfying food – just burgers, fries, and drinks.
- Price: About £8 for a cheeseburger
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The Balcony Westfield, Hammersmith and Fulham 16 Bloomberg Arcade, The City/City of London 205 Victoria St, Westminster Old Spitalfields Market, Lamb Street, Shoreditch/Tower HamletsBleecker Burger Westfield
The Balcony Westfield, Hammersmith and FulhamBleecker Burger Bloomberg
16 Bloomberg Arcade, The City/City of LondonBleecker Burger Victoria
205 Victoria St, WestminsterBleecker Burger Spitalfields
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bleecker.co.uk/westfieldBleecker Burger Bloomberg
bleecker.co.uk/bloombergBleecker Burger Victoria
bleecker.co.uk/victoriaBleecker Burger Spitalfields
bleecker.co.uk/spitalfieldsBleecker Burger Westfield
020-358 229 30Bleecker Burger Bloomberg
020-792 937 85Bleecker Burger Victoria
020-782 880 16Bleecker Burger Spitalfields
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Bleecker Burger Westfield Bleecker Burger Bloomberg Bleecker Burger Victoria Bleecker Burger Spitalfields
Classic cooking
Traditional London pie shop M. Manze started out back in 1902. If you're looking for classic British food in a timeless setting then this is the place to go. The hearty menu is simple - meat and vegan pies are available, served with mashed potatoes and gravy or liquor. Get some jellied eels if you want to go all in.
- Price: About £7 for pie and mash
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226 High Street, Sutton 105 Peckham High Street, Peckham 87 Tower Bridge Rd, Southwark 204 Deptford High St, DeptfordM. Manze Sutton
226 High Street, SuttonM. Manze Peckham
105 Peckham High Street, PeckhamM. Manze Tower Bridge
87 Tower Bridge Rd, SouthwarkManze's
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manze.co.ukM. Manze Peckham
manze.co.ukM. Manze Tower Bridge
manze.co.ukManze's
manzepieandmash.comM. Manze Sutton
020-828 687 87M. Manze Peckham
020-727 761 81M. Manze Tower Bridge
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M. Manze Sutton M. Manze Peckham M. Manze Tower Bridge Manze's
Budget-friendly shopping
Browse books by the river
Browse books in a covered setting next to the Thames at the South Bank Book Market. Now a familiar fixture on the riverbank, the market attracts tourists and locals and is a great place to find unexpected books on a range of topics. Stacks of books are laid out on tables for shoppers to explore.
- Price: Varies
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Waterloo Bridge, 337-338 Belvedere Road, South Bank/Southwark
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South Bank Book Market
020-387 995 55 - Read more on Thatsup
Massive antiques market
The world's largest antiques market is Portobello Road Market. It's been around for more than a century and is a treasure trove of antique finds, vintage fashion, and bric-a-brac. With traders changing regularly, there's always something new and exciting to discover. Street food vendors enhance the atmosphere here.
- Price: Varies
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Portobello Rd
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Portobello Road Market
020-736 130 01 - Read more on Thatsup
Find your vintage style
Starting out in a London warehouse, Beyond Retro is now a favourite in the city for unique vintage fashion, with a number of shops dotted about. In the well-stocked shop you'll see distinctive pieces and reworked garments that mean you can put together a one-of-a-kind outfit. You'll find fashion from the 1960s up to the 2000s.
- Price: Varies, about £25 for a dress
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Unit 79-81, Coal Drops Yard, King's Cross Ariel Way, Hammersmith and Fulham 92-100 Stoke Newington Road, Stoke Newington 19-21 Argyll Street, SohoBeyond Retro Coal Drops
Unit 79-81, Coal Drops Yard, King's CrossBeyond Retro Westfield White City
Ariel Way, Hammersmith and FulhamBeyond Retro Dalston
92-100 Stoke Newington Road, Stoke NewingtonBeyond Retro Soho
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beyondretro.com/pages/store-locator-coal-dropsBeyond Retro Westfield White City
beyondretro.com/pages/store-locator-white-cityBeyond Retro Dalston
beyondretro.com/pages/store-locator-brightonBeyond Retro Soho
beyondretro.com/en/help/stores/sohoBeyond Retro Coal Drops
020-772 990 01Beyond Retro Westfield White City
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Beyond Retro Coal Drops Beyond Retro Westfield White City Beyond Retro Dalston Beyond Retro Soho
Places for dinner
Modern Soho chip shop
Enjoy classic fish and chips at Golden Union in Soho. This modern restaurant serves sustainable fish and also offers ample plant-based choices like vegan sausages. Expect traditional chip shop meals like fish, sausages, chips, and pies, served in a classic dining space with shiny white tiles. Takeaways are also available.
- Price: About £15 for cod and chips
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38 Poland St, Soho
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020-743 419 33 - Read more on Thatsup
Grand space for French food
Have a French meal in grand Art Deco surroundings at Brasserie Zédel. This centrally-located restaurant has a timeless and sophisticated look, plus a menu of classic French cooking. The prix-fixe option gives you a two or three course meal for a reasonable price. Wine is served by the glass, carafe, or bottle.
- Price: About £20 for a prix-fixe three course meal
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20 Sherwood Street, Soho
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Brasserie Zédel
020-773 448 88 - Read more on Thatsup
A classic for Indian cuisine
With a history spanning decades, Tayyabs is well-established as an affordable destination for an Indian meal. With its lively, bustling atmosphere and vintage furnishings, this place really feels like a blast from the past. Set menus are available or you can choose from the main offering of Punjabi favourites like curries, biryanis, and dosa.
- Price: About £11.50 for butter chicken
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83-89 Fieldgate Street, Tower Hamlets
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Tayyabs
020-724 795 43 - Read more on Thatsup
Stop for brunch
Vibrant global recipes
Wild Thyme serves vibrant international brunch dishes in a warm and rustic space. The restaurant puts its own stamp on brunch classics with the choices ranging from light pastries and granola to hearty egg dishes and fried breakfasts. Pair your brunch with cocktails, coffee, or juice. The restaurant is cosy and has an outside terrace too.
- Price: About £12.50 for a fried breakfast
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2B Thorpebank Road, Hammersmith and Fulham
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Wild Thyme
020-835 493 21 - Read more on Thatsup
Farm-to-table food
Farm-to-table eatery Cocotte specialises in rotisserie cooking, with plenty of chicken dishes on the menu. The chicken is free-range and sauces and marinades are prepared in house. Food is available all day with a brunch menu until 5pm. The venue is bright and contemporary with a homey feel.
- Price: About £13.50 for chicken and waffles
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79 Salusbury Rd, Brent 271 New Kings Rd, Fulham/Hammersmith and Fulham 11 Harrington Rd, Kensington 95 Westbourne Grove 8 Hoxton Square, Shoreditch 30 Hill St, RichmondCocotte Queen's Park
79 Salusbury Rd, BrentCocotte Parson's Green
271 New Kings Rd, Fulham/Hammersmith and FulhamCocotte South Kensington
11 Harrington Rd, KensingtonCocotte Notting Hill
95 Westbourne GroveCocotte Shoreditch
8 Hoxton Square, ShoreditchCocotte Richmond
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mycocotte.uk/queens-parkCocotte Parson's Green
mycocotte.uk/parsons-greenCocotte South Kensington
mycocotte.uk/south-kensingtonCocotte Notting Hill
mycocotte.uk/notting-hillCocotte Shoreditch
mycocotte.uk/shoreditchCocotte Richmond
mycocotte.ukCocotte Queen's Park
020-762 566 06Cocotte Parson's Green
020-761 095 44Cocotte South Kensington
020-758 910 51Cocotte Notting Hill
020-322 000 76Cocotte Shoreditch
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Cocotte Queen's Park Cocotte Parson's Green Cocotte South Kensington Cocotte Notting Hill Cocotte Shoreditch Cocotte Richmond
Low-cost Mayfair dining
Popina in Mayfair offers affordable brunching in the heart of the city. This upscale café is an award-winner, with a crisp interior and a tempting menu of popular dishes. Breakfast and brunch is the name of the game here, with sweet and savoury options on the menu like sandwiches, plenty of egg dishes, and granola.
- Price: About £8.50 for French toast
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83 Duke St, Mayfair
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Popina
020-762 988 83 - Read more on Thatsup
Laid-back activities
A real working farm
Experience a working farm without leaving the city by visiting Hackney City Farm. This family-friendly destination is free to visit and offers lots to do. You can explore the farmyard and gardens, meet the animals, visit the sustainable farm shop, or stop for a meal. A range of activities and events take place on the farm too.
- Price: Free
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1A Goldsmiths Row, Shoreditch/Tower Hamlets
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Hackney City Farm
020-772 963 81 - Read more on Thatsup
Soar above the Thames
Cruise above the Thames and take in fabulous views by riding the London Cable Car. Built to facilitate the 2012 Olympics, it's now a way to see the sights and get across the river in a memorable way. You'll get panoramic views, with slower journeys in the evening so you can make the most of it.
- Price: About £6 one way
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27 Western Gateway, Newham
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London Cable Car
0343-222 12 34 - Read more on Thatsup
Enjoy the view
Get a walk in the park and take in picturesque views of central London by visiting Primrose Hill. This North London park with an eponymous hill is a protected viewpoint – even the trees are intentionally kept low so that nothing gets in the way. Admire the view and soak up the atmosphere at this popular green space.
- Price: Free
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Primrose Hill, Hampstead
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