QUICK ANSWER :-
Most visitors to London need £80 to £150 per day in spending money. Budget travellers can manage on £60–£80 per day, while a more comfortable London experience typically costs £120+ per day.
How much spending money do you need per day in London?
Typical daily budgets:
- Budget: £60–£80/day
- Mid-range: £90–£150/day
- Comfortable: £150–£250+/day
👉 London is the most expensive city in the UK, especially for food, transport, and attractions.
Daily spending breakdown (London)
Typical daily costs:
- Food: £15–£40
- Transport (Tube/bus): £7–£15
- Attractions: £15–£40
- Coffee/snacks: £5–£10
👉 Total: £40–£105+ per day (excluding accommodation)
Is £50 a day enough in London?
£50 per day in London is possible, but only with a strict budget.
What £50 covers:
- Supermarket meals / cheap food
- Oyster/contactless transport
- Free attractions (museums, parks)
Reality:
- £50 = tight survival budget
- £80–£100 = realistic
- £120+ = comfortable
How much do attractions cost in London?
Typical prices:
- London Eye: £30–£40
- Tower of London: £30+
- Museums: FREE (many of them 👀)
- Theatre tickets: £25–£100+
👉 Attractions can quickly increase your daily budget.
Transport costs in London per day
- Daily cap (Zones 1–2): ~£8–£10
- Zones 1–4: ~£10–£15
👉 Using contactless or Oyster is the cheapest way to travel.
Food costs in London per day
- Budget food: £10–£20
- Casual dining: £20–£40
- Restaurants: £40–£80+
👉 Food is one of the biggest variables in your daily spend.
How much spending money for 3 days / 7 days in London?
3-day trip:
- Budget: £180–£250
- Mid-range: £300–£450
- Comfortable: £500+
7-day trip:
- Budget: £400–£600
- Mid-range: £700–£1,000
- Comfortable: £1,200+
Tips to save money in London
- Use free museums (world-class 👀)
- Walk between attractions where possible
- Avoid taxis — use Tube/buses
- Eat lunch deals instead of dinner
- Book tickets online in advance
RELATED GUIDES
- 👉 See our UK Holiday Cost Guide
- 👉 Read Transport Costs in the UK
- 👉 Check Cost of Living in the UK
- 👉 Explore Food Costs in the UK per month
FINAL THOUGHTS
London can be expensive, but most visitors can enjoy the city comfortably on £100–£150 per day. Careful planning, free attractions, and smart transport choices can significantly reduce your daily spending.