
Spending a cheap day out in London just got a whole lot easier as TfL is set to trial new off-peak fares for Tube and trains throughout the day on Friday.
The three-month trial is due to start in March, with London Mayor Sadiq Khan currently aiming to boost movement within the city on Fridays, the slowest day of the week.
If TfL makes the scheme permanent, it will give Londoners the chance to take advantage of discounted transport and sample low-cost activities in London. It also means a more budget-friendly trip for those visiting from other parts of the UK.
Can’t think of where to go? Here are five free places to spend a day in London on the cheap.
Stroll through London’s highest gardens

Ride the elevator to the iconic Walkie Talkie (also known as the Fenchurch Building) and ride up to the Sky Garden, London’s highest public garden.
The Instagrammable spot on the 43rd floor is open until 6pm on Fridays, with the bar open until 11pm. If you would like to enjoy a drink afterwards, please use this. Lush with fall foliage, this place is the perfect way to enjoy nature without being exposed to heavy rain, not to mention stunning views.
Admission is completely free, but you must reserve your slot in advance. If you want to drink cocktails while watching the sunset, you’ll need to have some cash on hand.
How to get to Sky Garden
The closest subway station to Walkie Talkie is Monument Subway Station.
Watch vintage movies at the BFI

Movie buffs will be happy to know that they can watch tons of movies for free at the BFI Mediatheque.
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The BFI National Archive is home to all your favorite films and TV shows from your childhood (and beyond) and is open until 9pm on Fridays.
Just select a booth and touch the screen to start watching. You can watch alone for a nice solo date, or you can score him one of the four shared booths to watch with friends.
The Mediatheque may be used for private bookings, so be sure to contact the BFI Leuven Library on the day you plan to visit to check if space is available.
How to get to BFI Mediatheque
To get to BFI, take the Tube to Waterloo station.
Visit God’s junkyard

God’s Own Junkyard is a neon paradise hidden in an unassuming warehouse in Walthamstow.
Here you can see the stunning artwork of Chris Bracey (aka Neon Man), which ranges from old movie props used in films by Stanley Kubrick and Christopher Nolan to religious statues, disco balls, and retro neon signs galore. Masu.
It’s the perfect place for a quirky date night and is open until 10pm on Fridays.
How to get to God’s Own Junkyard
Take the tube to Walthamstow Central, the end of the Victoria line, and walk about 10 to 15 minutes.
Visit a traditional food market in London

Borough Market in Southwark is London’s oldest and most famous food market, open on Fridays from 10am to 5pm.
You can go and eat some of the high-quality signature dishes offered by the food stalls, or you can just wander through this sensory dream world for a completely free night.
If you want to make a day of it, you can also visit East London’s Spitalfields Market, which sells gourmet food as well as clothing and jewellery, or Maltby Street Market, a great spot for new street food vendors.
How to get to London’s traditional food markets
The closest metro stations to each market are:
Borough Market: london bridge station
Spitalfields Market: Liverpool Street Station
Maltby Street Market: The Grange(B)
Let’s go to Outernet London

The Outernet is one of London’s most visited tourist attractions, and for good reason.
The completely free and fully immersive experience is a fascinating way to experience art, culture and music in the capital.
A variety of distinctive exhibitions are held throughout the year, all free of charge. This entertainment complex is open until 11:30 PM.
If a short, immersive experience isn’t enough for you, combine it with a trip to one of the nearby free museums, such as the British Museum, Zoological Museum, or Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archeology.
Access to Outernet London
Tottenham Court Road station is the closest tube station to Outernet and the British Museum.
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