London: What to see for free?

London, the capital of UK, is one of those ancient cities, which has a long tradition with a rich cultural history. Situated on the banks of the Thames, London is one of the major centers of trade and commerce in the world, besides being home to a variety of arts, media, entertainment and cultural centers, not to mention the numerous species of wild animals and plants which thrive here.

There are several museums which capture the rich tradition of London. If you are thinking of visiting London during Christmas, there are several things to do in London at Christmas like visiting the Hyde Park and Snow Ball Bungee Dome where you can enjoy the food and music, besides the art and cultural programs. The following paragraphs would give you an idea of some of the best places to visit in London, so that you can have a nice time during your stay in the city. Before traveling, don't forget to go through the London hotels guide, so that you can enjoy a comfortable stay there.

There are several places in London where you don't need to pay anything for visiting. Moreover, you also opt to get a London pass (of course for a particular amount), and visit a particular number of tourist attractions. There are some places for which you don't need to pay anything, and some of them are listed below:

British Museum
The British Museum, set up in 1753, is one of those museums which showcases paintings and drawings drawn and painted by famous painters from around the world. Some of the renowned works include sculptures from the Parthenon, the Sutton Hoo and Mildenhall treasures, Portland Vase and the Rosetta Stone. Moreover, there are several guided tours and gallery tours held every day, which you can go for.

Science Museum
The science museum is one of the best places for children to visit, where they can view some of the latest technologies like 3D movies and Stephenson's Rocket, besides special effects simulator. Though there are no charges for entering the museum, there are some exhibitions like IMAX 3D Cinema which have an entry fee.

Mudchute Farm and Park
Usually farms are located in the outskirts of cities, but The Mudchute Farm and Park is one of those farms which is situated at the center of the Isle of Dogs. It spans over an area of 34 acres and some of its specialties include farm animals, educational facilities and horse riding. Moreover, there are some rare varieties of plants which are found in this park.

So these were some of the best places to visit in London. There are many more, but these are places which you should never miss. There are lot's you can do and go around to spend your time with family and friends fruitfully.