Money saving tips for tourists visiting London

Getting Around
Most tourists visiting London plan their stay with very busy itineraries and the best way of getting around these exciting destinations is by public transport. You can get a pass that combines all London transport (excluding cabs), helping you save money whilst travelling around the city. The Visitor Oyster Card is the cheapest way for a visitor to travel across London. The Oyster Card is a 'Smartcard', storing credit to pay for the journeys you do. The Card can be used on the London tube & overground, DLR and buses across London and it automatically calculates the cheapest fare for all the journeys you make in a single day.
If you're travelling with your children and they are under the age of 10, they can travel for free as long as you have a valid Visitor Oyster Card. For more information on Visitor Oyster Cards and information on other Oyster Cards available to you and your family, please visit www.visitorshop.tfl.gov.uk
London is famous for its black cabs; however, these are expensive and only need to be driven in once. For the cheaper option, you can get into a minicab; just make sure they are fully licensed. Minicabs will take you anywhere in London for less.
Alternatively, if you are planning to tour around Central London, a lot of the main tourist sites are walking distances from each other. With an A to Z map, it is the cheapest method to get around and the best way to see the iconic buildings and views of London.
Attractions
Tourist attractions are expensive in London and there are a range of companies around that offer great discounts. If you are looking for the ultimate sightseeing package, then use The London Pass, which provides you with free entry to over 55 attractions. With this pass, you have to pre-pay, but you can jump the queue and benefit from lots of restaurants, shops and leisure facilities.
Alternatively, you can use the Smartsave discount codes, giving you and your family 20% off your entrance price for up to 6 people with no obligations on a wide range of attractions all over the UK including London.
With many other great discounts around, you can definitely save money visiting London.
London also has many free, family-friendly museums and attractions, parks, city farms and river walks. Most of the larger museums and galleries also offer free colouring books, gallery trails or puzzles to help you make the most of your trip.
Restaurants & Bars
Restaurants and bars in London can be expensive and most Londoner's go to cafes or supermarkets in order to save money. Some restaurants/bars are reasonably priced but you need to know where to go. Your local tourist office will be able to provide you with this information.
Use this guide to help you save money on your trip to London and enjoy exploring one of the most popular cities in the world.