QUICK ANSWER:-
Most visitors to the UK need £50 to £150 per day in spending money, depending on travel style, location, and activities. Budget travellers can get by on £50–£70 per day, while comfortable trips typically cost £100+ per day.
Plan your trip budget with our Holiday Spending Calculator.
How much spending money do you need per day in the UK?
A typical daily budget in the UK:
- Budget: £50–£70 per day
- Mid-range: £80–£120 per day
- Comfortable: £120–£200+ per day
👉 Costs are higher in London and lower in smaller towns.
Daily spending breakdown (UK tourist)
Typical daily costs:
- Food: £10–£30
- Transport: £5–£15
- Attractions: £10–£30
- Coffee/snacks: £5–£10
👉 Total: £30–£85+ per day (excluding accommodation)
How much spending money for 1 week in the UK?
For a 7-day trip:
- Budget trip: £350–£500
- Mid-range: £600–£900
- Comfortable: £1,000+
👉 This is spending money only (not flights or hotels)
How much spending money for London vs rest of UK?
London:
- Budget: £70–£100/day
- Mid-range: £100–£150/day
- Comfortable: £150–£250+/day
Rest of UK:
- Budget: £50–£80/day
- Mid-range: £80–£120/day
- Comfortable: £120–£180/day
Is £50 a day enough in the UK?
£50 per day is possible in the UK, but it requires a strict budget.
What £50 covers:
- Cheap meals / supermarket food
- Public transport
- Free attractions
Reality:
- £50 = tight budget
- £80–£100 = comfortable
- £150+ = relaxed travel
What affects how much spending money you need?
- Location (London vs regional UK)
- Eating out vs cooking
- Paid attractions vs free activities
- Travel style (budget vs luxury)
- Time of year (summer = higher prices)
Tips to reduce spending in the UK
- Use contactless instead of taxis
- Visit free museums (huge in London)
- Book attractions in advance
- Eat lunch deals instead of dinner
- Stay outside city centres
RELATED GUIDES
- 👉 See our Cost of Living in the UK guide
- 👉 Read Transport Costs in the UK
- 👉 Check Food Costs in the UK per month
- 👉 Explore How Much Does a UK Holiday Cost
FINAL THOUGHTS
Most travellers to the UK should budget £80 to £120 per day for a comfortable experience. While it’s possible to spend less, having a flexible budget allows you to enjoy attractions, dining, and travel without constantly worrying about costs.