It is obvious that every backpacker in the city of London needs some accommodation, fun activity, food and with limited resources, one can only look for the best experience they can get with what they have. Here are some tips to getting the best out of backpacking in the city of London:
London Backpackers' Affordable Accommodation
As a backpacker on holiday, what you are looking for is a low cost hostel or hotel to achieve cost effectiveness. In UK, there is no short supply of such amenities. The Backpackers hostel is conveniently located in the heart of London – about a 20 minute commute to the city centre via tube – and less than a minute walk from the station. Other hostels that are suitable for backpackers in London are the Piccadilly Backpackers, St. Christopher's Hammersmith, and Surprise Backpackers among others. These facilities are not only cheap but also clean, friendly, comfortable and are in convenient locations.
Pub Crawls
The best experience they can indulge in is a pub crawl. For those not familiar with the term, it is what is also known as bar-hopping. For all the light travellers, backpackers and fun loving individuals in UK, a pub crawl is all one needs. One may experience the best nights of their life in exclusive spots in the city of London. If you are looking for a bar, Shoreditch is the place to be. It is a fashionable and fast rising area where one can have incredible London pub crawls at legendary nightspots. Participate in Bignighout and Camden pub crawls among other exhilarating similar events. The experience is not only unforgettable but it is also considerably inexpensive considering they offer free entry to clubs, free shots and even drink discounts to participants.
Affordable Sightseeing Expedition
On average, the official channels for a sightseeing trip around London will cost an individual about 30 but one can opt for a more unconventional but still adventurous trip. By taking the ordinary bus like the RV1 outside the Tower Gateway Tube Station, one will be able to experience the sights of the Tower of London, the Tower Bridge, Waterloo, the National Theatre and the Tate Modern. The Liverpool Street Station's bus 23 will give you a view of the Mansion House, the Royal Courts, the Bank of England, Trafalgar Square, Pall Mall and Little Venice among other world-famous sights.
Visit Free Sights
There are numerous historical and legendary spots that one can visit in London as a backpacker. It is important to note that entrance to all museums and art galleries in London is free. A good place to start would be The British Museum which has arguably the rarest exhibits than the rest. Others include, The Tate Britain and National Gallery, The National Maritime Museum and The Royal Observatory. They are all free to visit and offer a great backpacker experience.
Backpackers' Food
London is a fairly expensive city and so for a backpacker, affordable food will have to be purchased at supermarkets. They are available throughout the city and include national chains such as Waitrose, Tesco and many others. Eating out in UK is relatively expensive.
These tips are aimed at making a London backpacker's experience fairly comfy by easing their decision-making process.
Martin Wynn
