Travel-savvy with an Oyster Card

Travel-savvy with an Oyster Card takes first place in the list of best ways to visit London on a budget. When visiting London, any visitor worth their weight in financial savvy will take the Underground. In comparison to a Black Cab, the Underground network is extensive, convenient, and reasonably priced. That's why so many Londoners pass by it every day (even if we do complain about it now and then).

One thing to keep in mind is to obtain an Oyster Card from your departing tube station. There is a small deposit of around £5 (refundable before you leave), and you can load credit onto it to travel across the Transport For London Network, which includes the Tube, buses, trams, and even the Thames Clipper (boats).

With an Oyster Card, your fares are not only reduced for the day, but they are also capped at a daily amount of around £8. This means you can never go over budget, and any other travel that day is completely free. It truly is one of the most affordable ways to visit London.