Things to do

We've put together some advice for those looking for things to do in London. There are ways to save money and find fun things to do.

Think discount vouchers

If you want to visit an attraction that is not included in our social programme, you should first research the best deal. Some rail companies run 2-for-1 promotions on admission to many of the top attractions – all you have to do is download the vouchers, print a copy and take a valid rail ticket with you. These tickets are valid on a number of attractions such as London Zoo, the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Madame Tussauds, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, City River Cruises, HMS Belfast and much more!

Think free

There are many attractions in London that are completely free! Many of London’s museums and galleries simply ask that you make a donation to show your support. Some of London’s best museums and galleries include:

• The National Maritime Museum
• Science Museum
• Imperial War Museum
• National Gallery
• Natural History Museum
• Victoria and Albert Museum
• British Library

Think different

You don’t always have to do the typical tourist attractions. There are all sorts of exciting things that you can do  – most of which are cheap or cost nothing at all! You could hire a Santander Bike and go on a bike tour of London, visit the National Theatre or take a stroll through one of London’s many parks and have a picnic - the beautiful Greenwich Park is just 10 minutes away from our London school. 

How to get around

The London public transport network is divided into travel zones 1 to 9. Twin London is situated in travel zone 2, while central London is located in zone 1. Getting around London is quick and easy using public transport, the fastest way is on the famous London Underground rail network, or ‘the Tube’ as it is known as to Londoners.

You can plan your route online with Transport for London's Journey Planner or for more detailed information on the Tube, stations, buses, the Docklands Light Railway (DLR), trams or local trains within London; visit the Transport for London website.

Transport for London produces free maps and guides to help you get around. You can pick up a London Underground map at any Tube Station or download an app to your phone or tablet. You can also download a handy Tube and bus map designed for visitors called Travel Maps. London Travel Information centres sell tickets and provide free maps, plus there are centres at all Heathrow Airport terminals, major stations in London and at Tourist Information Centres.

There are over 19,000 registered Black taxi cabs in London that will take you anywhere you want to go. While using a cab is convenient, they are expensive compared to using public transport. To use a black taxi, simply spot one with the 'TAXI' sign lit up, put your hand up to attract the driver's attention, if they see you, they'll stop.