This post covers how to get discounted tickets to the Tower of London, how to plan your visit, and what you’ll see on your tour. Disclosure: While our recommendations are always unbiased, we may receive a small share of sales through some of the links below at no cost to you. See the full text. Overview There are […]
If you're ready for a break after one of our free London walking tours, an affordable afternoon tea should hit the spot. Sometimes called ‘High Tea’, Afternoon Tea refers to the experience of attending a hotel or restaurant in one’s finery, sipping tea, and indulging in scones, sandwiches, and petits fours. Here are some of […]
This post covers free things to do in London today, tomorrow, or whenever, as well as some cheap options. We include free things to do at night, with kids, and even cheap and almost free things to do. BEST FREE EVENTS AND THINGS TO DO There are plenty of things to do that won't cost […]
This post covers the top 10 things to do in Brick Lane, a vibrant street in the East End of London. We include information on how to get here, what to do, and where to eat. HOW TO GET TO BRICK LANE Brick Lane is located in East London and runs south from Swanfield Street […]
Who Was She? Born Eliza Ann Smith in 1840, Annie came from a relatively respectable family. Her father was George Smith, of the 2nd regiment Life Guard, who later became a domestic servant. At age 27, Annie married John Chapman, a coachman, and together they had three children, although her eldest son had been born […]
This post is our list of the best things to do in London in September, including free, family-friendly, as well as nighttime activities, updated for 2024. Let's get started! TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN SEPTEMBER If you are considering visiting many top attractions, taking a cruise, or a bus tour, then you should consider […]
This post is about how to take a tour of the Houses of Parliament, as well as attend public debates. It covers security, dress codes, and other important tips. And be sure to take one of our walking tours that cover the palace. HOW TO GET TO THE PALACE OF WESTMINSTER Be sure to check […]
In this post, we will provide an overview of how to get cheap London Eye tickets and how much these tickets should cost. We include a variety of deals, combination tickets, details about opening hours, and where to find the attraction. Disclosure: While our recommendations are always unbiased, we may receive a small share of sales […]
This post is about visiting the Albert Memorial in Kensington Gardens, including directions, hours, and detail about what you will see there.
London is a culinary capital and food tours here are becoming more and more popular. But at Free Tours By Foot we think paying upwards of £50.00 for a food tour isn’t necessarily affordable and value for money. So we’ve put together a self-guided food tour that is absolutely FREE to take – aside from […]
This post covers how to visit the Horse Guard Parade for free, see the Changing of the King's Life Guards, and visit the Household Cavalry Museum. Every day, we lead dozens of visitors to London through Royal London, from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey. Pretty much everyone on our guided tours are aware of the […]
Introduction Thank you for choosing to take a self-guided tour with Free Tours By Foot. We believe in operating quality tours that are affordable to everybody, regardless of their budget and we hope that you enjoy your tour with us today. Today, you have chosen to come along on our GPS-Enabled Self-Guided Harry Potter Walking […]
As a London tour guide, and manager of the London Travel Tips and Hacks Facebook page, one of the questions I get asked the most is, "How do I get from Heathrow into London?" In terms of mass transit, there are 4 ways to get from Heathrow Airport to Central London: There is the super-fast […]
The Royal Albert Hall hosts many different musical and theatrical productions each year. This post covers what types of tours are offered, how to get there, facts about the landmark, and other things to do in the area. Tour Types For those wanting to visit the Hall, not as an audience spectator but as a […]
This post describes how to reach the Abbey Road Crossing in London, also known as the Beatles Crosswalk. Located in the north London neighbourhood of St. John's Wood, it is easily accessible by the London Underground. In the video above, local tour guide, Sinead, leads you on a virtual tour of the Abbey Road Crosswalk. […]
While our free London walking tours are a great way to see and learn a lot about the city, Thames River cruises offer a completely different perspective that you might also enjoy. The most popular type of river cruise is a hop-on hop-off tour, allowing you to stop and get off the boat at various […]
