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After the Fire: Free Exhibition at the Bank of England Museum
See a free exhibition on fire insurance, finance and the rebuilding of London after 1702 at the Bank of England Museum until 27 November 2026.
Hampton Court Palace Gardens: Free Garden Open Days
Visit Hampton Court's formal gardens free of charge on 10 and 11 October, 21 and 22 November, and 26 December 2026. No booking is needed.
Local London Guiding Day: Free Central London Walks
Choose from free one-hour guided taster walks around Old Street, Hoxton, King's Cross, Waterloo, Pimlico and the City on Saturday 10 October 2026.
Childhood in War: Free Interactive Exhibition at IWM London
Explore how conflict shapes children's lives in IWM London's free interactive Childhood in War exhibition, open until 28 February 2027.
10 Best Day Trips from London by Train
Escape London for a day without a car: compare 10 historic cities, seaside towns and countryside escapes within around two hours by train.
See Old London Online: Free Historical Maps, Photos and Archives
Explore old London maps, street photographs and aerial images for free, then use them to plan a historical walk around your neighbourhood.
Mudlarking in London's Roman Amphitheatre [Free exhibition]
Handle and inspect Roman objects recovered from the Thames at a free Guildhall Art Gallery exhibition on 5 and 6 September 2026.
Open House Festival 2026: Free London Buildings
Visit usually private London buildings for free during Open House Festival from 12 to 20 September 2026, with bookings opening on 19 August.
Free Self-Guided Walks in London with Maps and Routes
Find free self-guided London walks with maps and directions, including riverside routes, local history trails, nature walks and short city routes.
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