Five free attractions to see while visiting London on a budget

London has a fantastic range of things for you to see and do, some of which are free and others which are fairly expensive. While the UK capital may not be the cheapest of places to visit, having a fun time need not cost you the earth.

It is possible to stick to a tight budget while on a weekend break or holiday in the city and as a number of its less well-known attractions are free to enter, a trip here may end up costing far less than you think!

Why not start off your bargain break with a trip to the Wellcome Collection? Located at 183 Euston Road, the cultural institution claims to be a “destination for the incurably curious”.

Containing a mixture of permanent collections including items collated by its founder philanthropist Sir Henry Solomon Wellcome and temporary exhibits, the items on display here explore the relationship between art, life and medicine.

Open every day with the exception of Monday, the museum is a short distance from both the Euston and Euston Square tube stations.

A trip to the Cuming Museum can also make for a great day out and like the Wellcome Collection, it’s free to enter. Located in Southwark, it is divided into three separate sections, one of which hosts temporary exhibitions that change on a regular basis.

The other galleries are dedicated to Richard and Henry Cuming, the father and son duo whose vast collections founded the museum, and the history of Southwark, which traces the development of the area from Roman times to the modern day.

Kids are sure to enjoy a trip here as not only can they take part in a range of games and crafts activities but they will also be able to try on a selection of period costumes.

Visiting the Centre of the Cell can be an equally fantastic way for people to enjoy a fun afternoon out while sticking to a budget.

Located in Whitechapel, it is the only science educational centre in the world to be based within a working biomedical research laboratory.

The presence of virtual experiments, interactive games and film screenings provide an insight into the work of scientists and you can learn about a range of topics from the effect cancer has on the body to stem cell treatment.

Although admission to the centre is free you will need to book in advance and during term-time only groups such as schools and youth centres can visit. During the school holidays however, it is open to the public.

For a respite from the hustle and bustle of London you can visit Fulham Palace. Situated in the south-west of the capital, this historic estate was owned by the Bishops of London for more than 1,300 years and was used as a residence as recently as the mid-1970s.

Now, the stately rooms have been open to the public and by taking a walk here you can get an idea of what life was like for the city’s bishops.

You can also wander through the extensive botanical gardens before getting a bite to eat in the cafe.

For some more fresh air, head to the Morden Hall Park. This National Trust-owned oasis in south London gives you the chance to wander through a colourful rose garden and visit two 18th-century watermills.

Set by the banks of the River Wandle, you will be able to spot a range of wildlife during your time in the park, including herons and kingfishers.

London is home to so many fantastic free attractions, you will be able to find lots to see and do regardless of what your budget is.

What’s more, if you shop around for you accommodation you should find great deals available on London hotels, reducing the cost of your trip even more.