London Cheapo

Introducing London Cheapo, brought to you by the team behind the well-known Tokyo Cheapo. This is the go-to resource for anyone looking to explore London on a budget, especially those not heading to Canary Wharf. Every month, over 45,000 locals and tourists turn to London Cheapo for the newest events and activities to experience in the city.

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The Best Live Theatre, Beyond The West End

2 weeks ago | londoncheapo.com | Becky Lima-Matthews

Going to the theatre in London can be a pricey business. The West End is filled with A-list celebrities to get bums-on-seats, and eye-wateringly-high ticket prices make it harder for your average theatre lover. But, the good news is that you don’t have to watch film stars treading the boards for £100.00 pound a pop – there are plenty of alternative options, with countless great plays and shows to enjoy outside of central London.
Exploring Hidden London: Euston and Somers Town

2 months ago | londoncheapo.com | Becky Lima-Matthews

The inner-city district of Somers Town is connected to three major railway stations, Euston, King’s Cross, and St Pancras. It’s a great place to explore some of London’s hidden gems. The area itself is quite small, and rolls into both King’s Cross and Euston. And as with many London areas, boundaries can be moved and contested, so for the purposes of this guide – we’re lovingly connecting Euston and Somers Town together.
London's Best Tours for Music Fans

Feb 7, 2025 | londoncheapo.com | Becky Lima-Matthews

Where’s the best place to meet the world’s greatest music icons? We may be slightly biased, but London is one of the world’s best cities for music fans. From legendary rock and jazz venues like Brixton Academy and Ronnie Scott’s to being the birthplace of Amy Winehouse, David Bowie, Stormzy, The Rolling Stones, The Clash, Adele, and Florence and the Machine to name just a few.
Exploring Hidden London: London Bridge

Feb 3, 2025 | londoncheapo.com | Becky Lima-Matthews

There are plenty of fascinating, less well known places to explore and things to do around London Bridge. From old ruins and historic pubs to small and unusual museums – here’s our guide to exploring the hidden side of London Bridge. London Bridge is famous for being the home of the bustling Borough Market. And with an underground and large mainline railway station, it’s also one of the busiest stations not just in London, but in the UK.
Exploring Hidden London: Hampstead and Highgate

Jan 26, 2025 | londoncheapo.com | Becky Lima-Matthews

Hampstead and Highgate are neighbouring, leafy, north London areas filled with old pubs, excellent walking routes and great places to eat. They’re lovely areas to visit to take London at a slower pace, stroll around old streets, discover lesser-known galleries and museums, bookshops and of course plenty of places to stop off for food and drink. Whether you’re only spending a day in the area, or want a leisurely weekend itinerary — here’s our hidden London guide to exploring Hampstead and Highgate.
The Best Places to Get Matcha in London

Dec 8, 2024 | londoncheapo.com | Becky Lima-Matthews

It’s no secret that Londoners love their caffeine. But more recently, you may have noticed people wandering out of the coffee shops and cafés with a potent-green beverage – matcha. The vibrant, powdered green tea has been drunk in Japan and China for centuries, and the west has finally caught up to this antioxidant-rich drink. From being advertised on hipster chalk boards to splashed all over Instagram, it’s fast-become as much of a staple as oat milk-lattes and flat whites in London.
Exploring Hidden London: The City

Nov 25, 2024 | londoncheapo.com | Becky Lima-Matthews

Visitors may find the definition of The City of London a little confusing – surely the whole of London is the city, you may be wondering. Well, yes, that’s correct, but the name, which is sometimes also simply called The City, refers to a specific geographical boundary within the capital itself. These days it’s best-known for being London’s financial district.
Exploring Hidden London: Fleet Street and St Paul's

Oct 9, 2024 | londoncheapo.com | Becky Lima-Matthews

Fleet Street and its neighbour St Paul’s are close to both the West End, and the City of London, and perfect for exploring. They offer a mix of London landmarks (including St Paul’s Cathedral) as well as lesser-known historic buildings, hidden gems and old, winding alleyways. All the locations in this article are close together, so you can see a fair bit even if you’re pushed for time.
Ditch the Treadmill: Alternative Ways to Stay Fit in London

Jul 26, 2024 | londoncheapo.com | Becky Lima-Matthews

Want to break a sweat rather than your overdraft? Here are some fun, free and cheap ways to stay fit in London that don’t involve pricey gym memberships. Free Fitness ActivitiesGet involved with your community, meet like-minded locals and get fit with this fabulous win-win option. Social enterprise GoodGym started with a chance meeting between founder Ivo Gormley and a housebound older man called Terry; Ivo began combining regular runs with visiting Terry twice a week for a chat.
London Christmas Markets and Winter Festivals

Nov 30, 2023 | londoncheapo.com | Becky Lima-Matthews

Dates:6th Nov–5th Jan, 2025Entry:Free Winter Festival at the Southbank Centre The Southbank is fairy-lit and beautiful all year round but it’s particularly twinkly and magical during the winter months; a big part of that is the Southbank Centre Winter Festival. It’s a seasonal highlight for Londoners and visitors alike, with plenty of outdoor and indoor activities, including a new curling club plus the much-loved market.