Instant Alert: 8 things you can do for free in London

MANAGE SUBSCRIPTIONS   |   UNSUBSCRIBE   |   VIEW ONLINE   8 things you can do for free in London by Andrew Villagomez on Jan 29, 2016, 1:06 PM Flying across the pond is expensive enough — no need to break the bank on activities while you're there, as well. There are plenty of ways to enjoy London and what it has to offer without spending a single pound on attractions, sights and other activities. While the majority of this list is geared to first-time visitors, returners might not have seen them all — or any! Here's what to do in London to save — so you can splurge on your hotel stay, instead. SEE ALSO: See inside the 20 best luxury hotels in London, according to travellers who stayed there Watch the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace Riding from the airport into the heart of London you pass Buckingham Palace, and it's always a head turner. While entering the palace itself isn't free, the changing of the Queen's Guard is free to view. Occurring in the Forecourt inside the gates of Buckingham Palace every morning in the summer (from April to July) and alternative days throughout the rest of the year, this is a must-see; get there early to get a good spot from the outside of the gates. The actual changing happens at 11:30 a.m. but the ceremony kicks off at around 11:15 a.m. Visit Westminster Abbey The 700-year-old church building is open Monday to Saturday for a paid admission, but it's free to enter to enjoy its worship services on Sundays and religious holidays such as Easter and Christmas. Nearby Hotel Pick: St. Ermins Hotel Walk along the Thames River to View the South Bank skyline Big Ben, the London Eye, Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, and The Shard are among the many different sights that make up the London skyline, all of which can be enjoyed by walking along either side of the Thames River. While every one requires an admission fee to enter, they are all free to enjoy from a distance -- so your selfie needs will surely be met. You can of course also walk on the Tower Bridge to reach each side, and in the month for February, if you have children traveling with you during your visit, The View from the Shard will be offering free admission for kids during February half term (February 15 to 19).  See the rest of the story at Business Insider   Share the latest business news with your network: Email sent to:   |   Manage your email preferences   |   Unsubscribe Terms of Service   |   Privacy Policy Business Insider. 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011