London Prices
Despite excessive transportation and accommodation costs, London has significant advantages for tourists as most museums are free. Find out about prices in London so you can draw up your budget.
London is an expensive city and this is especially apparent when looking for accommodation in the city centre. Although it is sometimes challenging to find a double room in a central hotel for less than £ 90 (US$ 113.50) a night, if you book several months in advance, it is possible to find affordable prices.
Some examples
Here there is a list of London prices:
Food and beverages
- Coffee: £ 3 (US$ 3.80)
- A pint: £ 5 (US$ 6.30) - £ 6 (US$ 7.60)
- Dinner for two in a restaurant: minimum £ 50 (US$ 63) (without wine).
Transportation
- A single journey on the Tube (zones 1 - 3): £ 7.70 (US$ 9.70)
- 1-day Travelcard for peak hours (zones 1-2): £ 14.40 (US$ 18.20)
- 2-Day London Pass: £ 93 (US$ 117.30)
- Taxi from Heathrow Airport to the city centre: between £ 52 (US$ 65.60) and £ 97 (US$ 122.30)
Accommodation
- A night in a hotel in the city centre: minimum £ 100 (US$ 126.10)