Budget London

London's not just for the rich

Noteworthy for: According to Zagat, the average amount a diner spends eating out is GBP 43.40, but you can get a meal for GBP 10 with a bit of research.
London is an expensive city to visit, but there are plenty of attractions on offer for free. Most museums' permanent exhibits are free and the huge number of markets make great free days out. Venues from Camden's Barfly to Southbank's Royal Festival Hall host free concerts, and pubs throughout the city stage free cabaret, comedy and gigs.

Eating out can be financially draining, but most curry houses, Vietnamese joints and many other restaurants offer Bring Your Own (BYO) booze, charging a small fee for corkage of a bottle of wine or such. This is a great way to save money and try some new interesting cuisine such as Little Georgia on Broadway Market, which serves authentic Georgian food and has a BYO policy.