{"id":1960,"date":"2020-04-12T07:02:15","date_gmt":"2020-04-12T07:02:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/?p=1960"},"modified":"2023-09-19T05:54:15","modified_gmt":"2023-09-19T05:54:15","slug":"things-to-do-in-london-for-free","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/things-to-do-in-london-for-free\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do in London for Free"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>London is a notoriously expensive place to visit and there are so many things to see and do, it can be easy to blow your budget within the blink of an eye. But you\u2019ll be happy to hear that there are plenty of <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/things-to-do-in-london-going-out\/\">things to do around London<\/a> that won\u2019t cost you a penny.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-67813d21b91b2\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" style='display:none' id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-67813d21b91b2\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/things-to-do-in-london-for-free\/#Changing_of_the_Guard\" title=\"Changing of the Guard\">Changing of the Guard<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/things-to-do-in-london-for-free\/#The_National_Museums_and_Galleries\" title=\"The National Museums and Galleries\">The National Museums and Galleries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/things-to-do-in-london-for-free\/#Borough_Market\" title=\"Borough Market\">Borough Market<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/things-to-do-in-london-for-free\/#Visit_the_Deer_in_Richmond_Park\" title=\"Visit the Deer in Richmond Park\">Visit the Deer in Richmond Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/things-to-do-in-london-for-free\/#Friday_Lunchtime_Concerts\" title=\"Friday Lunchtime Concerts\">Friday Lunchtime Concerts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/things-to-do-in-london-for-free\/#Visit_Londons_Art_Galleries\" title=\"Visit London\u2019s Art Galleries\">Visit London\u2019s Art Galleries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/things-to-do-in-london-for-free\/#Discover_the_Museums\" title=\"Discover the Museums\">Discover the Museums<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/things-to-do-in-london-for-free\/#Take_the_South_Bank_Tour\" title=\"Take the South Bank Tour\">Take the South Bank Tour<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/things-to-do-in-london-for-free\/#Re-create_the_Beatles_Album_Cover\" title=\"Re-create the Beatles Album Cover\">Re-create the Beatles Album Cover<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/things-to-do-in-london-for-free\/#Get_Snappy_Happy_in_Trafalgar_Square\" title=\"Get Snappy Happy in Trafalgar Square\">Get Snappy Happy in Trafalgar Square<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/things-to-do-in-london-for-free\/#Take_a_Stroll_in_the_Park\" title=\"Take a Stroll in the Park\">Take a Stroll in the Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/things-to-do-in-london-for-free\/#Explore_the_Markets\" title=\"Explore the Markets\">Explore the Markets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/things-to-do-in-london-for-free\/#Watch_the_Street_Performers\" title=\"Watch the Street Performers\">Watch the Street Performers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/things-to-do-in-london-for-free\/#The_Hunterian_Collection\" title=\"The Hunterian Collection\">The Hunterian Collection<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"changing-of-the-guard\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Changing_of_the_Guard\"><\/span>Changing of the Guard<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Changing-of-the-guard.jpg\" alt=\"Changing of the Guard\" class=\"wp-image-1970\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Changing-of-the-guard.jpg 800w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Changing-of-the-guard-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Changing-of-the-guard-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>No trip to <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/best-things-to-do-on-a-date-in-london\/\">London<\/a> would be complete without a visit to the Queen\u2019s house to watch the changing of the guard. Don\u2019t forget your camera to get a photo with one of the unmoving guards outside the palace.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-national-museums-and-galleries\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_National_Museums_and_Galleries\"><\/span>The National Museums and Galleries<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>This may seem obvious, but unlike most other European cities, entrance to London\u2019s national museums and galleries is free, and there are so many to choose from! Keep an eye out for weekly themed late-openings which are really popular and usually pretty special, though with limited spaces it\u2019s worth arriving early.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"borough-market\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Borough_Market\"><\/span>Borough Market<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Borough-Market.jpg\" alt=\"Borough Market\" class=\"wp-image-1971\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Borough-Market.jpg 800w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Borough-Market-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Borough-Market-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Nestled by the river, not far from London Bridge, sits one of London\u2019s finest food <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/top-5-christmas-markets-in-italy\/\">markets<\/a>. Open Thursday to Saturday this offers a lip-smacking onslaught on the senses. With artisan cheeses, fresh bread, specialist olives and each stall offering the samples of their wares this is the perfect place to get swept up in the bustle of the crowd while slowly (and cheekily) grazing your way to a full stomach.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"visit-the-deer-in-richmond-park\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visit_the_Deer_in_Richmond_Park\"><\/span>Visit the Deer in Richmond Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"557\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Deers-in-the-Richmond-Park-Forest.jpg\" alt=\"Deers in the Richmond Park Forest\" class=\"wp-image-1972\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Deers-in-the-Richmond-Park-Forest.jpg 800w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Deers-in-the-Richmond-Park-Forest-300x209.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Deers-in-the-Richmond-Park-Forest-768x535.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>London has many royal parks but for those willing to <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/55-tips-for-travel\/\">travel<\/a> a little further you\u2019ll be treated to London\u2019s largest and most impressive. Set amongst the seemingly untamed 2,500 acre site live 650 free-roaming deer. Suspend your disbelief and you\u2019ll catch a glimpse of medieval England \u2013 and it looks magnificent, no matter what <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-angkor-wat-your-ultimate-travel-guide\/\">time of year you visit<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"friday-lunchtime-concerts\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Friday_Lunchtime_Concerts\"><\/span>Friday Lunchtime Concerts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"575\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Royal-Festival-Hall.jpg\" alt=\"The Royal Festival Hall\" class=\"wp-image-1977\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Royal-Festival-Hall.jpg 800w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Royal-Festival-Hall-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/The-Royal-Festival-Hall-768x552.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Royal Festival Hall in London\u2019s iconic South Bank Centre is one of London\u2019s leading music venues, and every Friday lunch time they host a free concert in the foyer. They\u2019re renowned for putting on the best in classical and world music, but if that\u2019s not much to your taste then there\u2019s always the stunning view of the river and terrace cafe to distract you.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"visit-londons-art-galleries\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visit_Londons_Art_Galleries\"><\/span>Visit London\u2019s Art Galleries<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>London has more than its fair share of art galleries which exhibit some of the biggest and best artists in the world. If you\u2019re into the older art than try the Tate Britain but if contemporary art is more your style head to the Tate Modern.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"discover-the-museums\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Discover_the_Museums\"><\/span>Discover the Museums<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>All of London\u2019s major museums are free and you can think again if you\u2019re having flashbacks to tedious school trips. The National History Museum will reveal all the <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/ten-weird-laws-from-around-the-world\/\">weird and wonderful things<\/a> our planet has to offer while the British History Museum will help you understand everything from the ancient Egyptians to the Roman Empire.<\/p><div class=\"f20d6726fb9d9dc0ca999d712cd859d9\" data-index=\"3\" style=\"float: left; margin: 10px 10px 10px 0;\">\n<script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Viral Vacation Ideas Article Middle -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4887266588189027\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9915562726\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"take-the-south-bank-tour\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_the_South_Bank_Tour\"><\/span>Take the South Bank Tour<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"471\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Dusk-at-Westminster-Bridge.jpg\" alt=\"Dusk at Westminster Bridge\" class=\"wp-image-1978\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Dusk-at-Westminster-Bridge.jpg 800w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Dusk-at-Westminster-Bridge-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Dusk-at-Westminster-Bridge-768x452.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Westminster Bridge in London with Big Ben and the houses of parliament.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Begin your walking tour at Westminster Bridge and head all the way to London Bridge for the chance to see some of the best sights in London. You\u2019ll pass Shakespeare&#8217;s Globe, the Tate Modern, the London Eye, Somerset House, The Houses of Parliament and St Paul&#8217;s Cathedral. You could even jump on a bike and see the sights in style.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"re-create-the-beatles-album-cover\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Re-create_the_Beatles_Album_Cover\"><\/span>Re-create the Beatles Album Cover<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever fancied yourself as a bit of a super star then a walk across the famous Abbey Road crossing is a must. Take a patient friend who doesn\u2019t mind waiting for that perfect photo opportunity.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"get-snappy-happy-in-trafalgar-square\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Snappy_Happy_in_Trafalgar_Square\"><\/span>Get Snappy Happy in Trafalgar Square<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Trafalgar-Square.jpg\" alt=\"Trafalgar Square\" class=\"wp-image-1980\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Trafalgar-Square.jpg 800w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Trafalgar-Square-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Trafalgar-Square-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This famous square attracts over 15 million international visitors every year thanks to the iconic statues. Have your photo taken with George IV or Sir Charles James Napier and enjoy the view of the fountains when they are lit up at night. Alternatively, you could release your inner child and chase the 35,000 pigeons.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"take-a-stroll-in-the-park\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_a_Stroll_in_the_Park\"><\/span>Take a Stroll in the Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Autumn-Colours-on-Hampstead-Heath.jpg\" alt=\"Autumn Colours on Hampstead Heath\" class=\"wp-image-1982\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Autumn-Colours-on-Hampstead-Heath.jpg 800w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Autumn-Colours-on-Hampstead-Heath-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Autumn-Colours-on-Hampstead-Heath-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re lucky enough to be in London on a warm and sunny day, there is no better place to be than in one of London\u2019s many parks. Check out Hampstead Heath to have a fake countryside escape or head to Kensington Roof Gardens for an alternative view.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"explore-the-markets\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Explore_the_Markets\"><\/span>Explore the Markets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Camden-Market.jpg\" alt=\"Camden Market\" class=\"wp-image-1983\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Camden-Market.jpg 800w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Camden-Market-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Camden-Market-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It might be tempting to splash your cash at the market but you\u2019ll have (almost) as much fun enjoying the atmosphere and sampling some tasty freebies in the food section. Some of our favourites include Camden Market, Borough Market and Brick Lane Market.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"watch-the-street-performers\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Watch_the_Street_Performers\"><\/span>Watch the Street Performers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"599\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Street-Performers-put-on-a-show-in-london.jpg\" alt=\"Street Performers put on a show in london\" class=\"wp-image-1981\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Street-Performers-put-on-a-show-in-london.jpg 800w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Street-Performers-put-on-a-show-in-london-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Street-Performers-put-on-a-show-in-london-768x575.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There are hundreds of performers on the streets and tube stations and many of them are surprisingly talented. You\u2019ll find everything from buskers and magicians to jugglers and living statues.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-hunterian-collection\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Hunterian_Collection\"><\/span>The Hunterian Collection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Tucked away on the upper floor of the Royal College of Surgeons sits one of London\u2019s best kept secrets. The Hunterian collection\u2019s immense array of over 3,500 natural specimens, each suspended in its own glass jar, is not for the faint-hearted! But for those intrigued by the macabre there are dissected faces, in vitro foetuses, exotic animals and insects and the skeleton of the \u2018Irish Giant\u2019 Charles Byrne. It\u2019s like Ripley\u2019s Believe it or Not, but for real \u2013and for free!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/5-things-to-do-in-rome\/\">Do you have any more ideas for free things<\/a> to do around London?<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"font-size: 0px; height: 0px; line-height: 0px; margin: 0; padding: 0; clear: both;\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>London is a notoriously expensive place to visit and there are so many things to see and do, it can be easy to blow your budget within the blink of an eye. But you\u2019ll be happy to hear that there are plenty of things to do around London that won\u2019t cost you a penny. Changing of the Guard No trip to London would be complete without a visit to the Queen\u2019s house to watch the changing of the guard. Don\u2019t forget your camera to get a photo with one of the unmoving guards outside the palace. 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