Free events – Things to do for free in London

Our guide to free events in London has lots of events and exhibitions that you can do completely free of charge.

Pick Free Tower of London’s “Ceremony of the Keys”

Every night   •  Tower of London, London The "Ceremony of the Keys" is the traditional locking up of the Tower of London and has taken place on each and every night, without fail, for at least 700 years. The importance of securing this fortress is still very …more

Free  Watch the street entertainers at Covent Garden

Every day   •  Covent Garden, London Covent Garden is famous for its street entertainment. The acts are all auditioned in front of a panel of judges to ensure that they're good. You can see everything from mimes and acrobats to daredevil stunt riders, …more

Pick Free  Changing the Guard, at Horse Guards

Every day   •  Horse Guards Parade, London Changing the Guard at Horse Guards is similar to the ceremony that takes place at Buckingham Palace, but takes place every day of the year and in all weathers. And seeing as it takes place just half-an-hour before the main …more

Free  Leisurely stroll around Little Venice

Every day   •  Little Venice, London Here's a nice little stroll you can do on a lazy day, that's bookended by a couple of nice tea shops -- starting with Cafe Laville. Once you've supped your tea then head down one side of the canal admiring all the pretty …more

Free Fly your kite on Parliament Hill

Every day   •  Parliament Hill, London Parliament Hill is one of the highest points on Hampstead Heath and offers unbeatable views of the city. Whilst the adults are sitting down and taking in the sights, the kids can struggle to keep their kite aloft. The wind …more

Free  Dismounting Ceremony (or Four O’Clock Parade)

Every day   •  Horse Guards Parade, London The "Dismounting Ceremony" takes place in the small courtyard beyond the parade ground. The guards will be lined-up for inspection by a very vocal Officer, who will then order the horses be taken back to the stables for …more

Pick Free  Enjoy the view from Primrose Hill

Every day   •  Primrose Hill, London Primrose Hill offers one of the finest views of London from anywhere in the city. When you first clap eyes on it it doesn't seem that high, but once you start the short trek to the top you realise that it's steeper than it …more

Free Princess Diana Memorial Playground — with a pirate ship!

Every day   •  Princess Diana Memorial Playground, London The Princess Diana Memorial Playground can be found in the north-west corner of Kensington Gardens. Over 750,000 kids enjoy this playground very year, clambering all aboard the huge wooden pirate ship that rises from the …more

Free  Great view of St. Paul’s, from One New Change

Every day   •  One New Change, London Directly across the road from St. Paul's Cathedral is a shopping centre called One New Change, and if you ride the lift to the top floor then you can take in the view from their roof terrace. The panoramic view looks out …more

Free See London’s skyline from Parliament Hill

Every day   •  Parliament Hill, London Parliament Hill's fame today rests on its spectacular views of London's skyline. At a height of 98 metres it is the tallest point on Hampstead Heath and offers unbeatable views of the city. You can enjoy a vista that takes …more

Free Watch a trial at the Royal Courts of Justice

2nd Jan – 30th Dec 2012   •  Royal Courts of Justice, London It's not everyone's idea of a good day out, but it can be fascinating watching the long arm of the law in action at the Royal Courts of Justice. Obviously, it's not somewhere where you can go for a giggle and a chat, as …more

Pick Free  Climb up Big Ben, and stand in the belfry

2nd Jan – 30th Dec 2013   •  Big Ben, London A tour of the clock tower will take you up all 334 steps to hear 'Big Ben' strike the hour. You will enjoy spectacular views of Westminster and the river from 62 metres up, and you'll even have an opportunity to peek …more

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