iGotTripLondon Trip Budget Calculator
London costs vary sharply by accommodation, airport transfer, zones traveled, and paid attractions. General admission to several national museums can reduce activity spending; use this editable preset as a baseline and check current provider prices.
QUICK STATS (2 travelers, standard)
5 days · 2 travelers · standard
Category Breakdown
Travel Style Comparison
£1,882
£941 per person
£3,279
£1,640 per person
£6,436
£3,218 per person
Sample 5-Day Itinerary & Daily Budget
- £1,661
Day 1: Arrival & South Bank
- Elizabeth line or Heathrow Express
- Tate Modern (free)
- South Bank walk to Westminster
✈️ Flight £1,270🏨 Accommodation £127🍱 Food £112🚃 Transport £32🎫 Activities £29☕ Cafe & Snacks £32💰 Buffer £59 - £451
Day 2: Westminster & free museums
- Big Ben & Parliament
- British Museum (free)
- Covent Garden street acts
🏨 Accommodation £127🍱 Food £112🚃 Transport £32🎫 Activities £89☕ Cafe & Snacks £32💰 Buffer £59 - £451
Day 3: Royals & parks
- Buckingham Palace changing of guard
- Hyde Park & Kensington Gardens
- Natural History Museum (free)
🏨 Accommodation £127🍱 Food £112🚃 Transport £32🎫 Activities £89☕ Cafe & Snacks £32💰 Buffer £59 - £451
Day 4: Markets & Tower
- Borough Market lunch
- Tower of London
- Camden or Portobello (weekend)
🏨 Accommodation £127🍱 Food £112🚃 Transport £32🎫 Activities £89☕ Cafe & Snacks £32💰 Buffer £59 - £265
Day 5: Final sights & departure
- Sky Garden (free, book ahead)
- M&S food gifts
- Airport departure
🍱 Food £112🚃 Transport £36🎫 Activities £18☕ Cafe & Snacks £36💰 Buffer £62
London Budget FAQ
Is this budget accurate?
It's an editable planning estimate, not a quote. Ten destinations use reviewed preset inputs; other selectable cities use a clearly labeled generic median template. Actual costs vary, so replace every line with current prices for your trip.
How is the budget calculated?
We multiply per-night accommodation by (days - 1), per-day categories by total days, and flight by travelers. A buffer percentage is added as a separate category.
Are flights included?
Yes — a preset round-trip flight per person is included. You can edit the amount to match your actual booking.
Is my data stored when I share?
No server storage. The budget is encoded into the URL hash. Anyone with the link sees the same numbers. Don't enter personal information.
Can I export to Excel?
Yes. Click the Excel button to download a .xlsx file with summary and category breakdown.
Does it work on mobile?
The planner is designed for current mobile browsers. Browser storage, sharing, and downloads can behave differently by device, so keep an exported copy of an important budget.
Do I need to log in?
No login required. The tool runs entirely in your browser.
How much does a London trip cost?
Our editable 5-day standard-style London estimate for 2 is about £3,279 total. Accommodation is the largest preset category; actual prices vary by neighborhood, dates, room type, and booking time.
Are London museums really free?
General admission to the permanent collections at the British Museum, Natural History Museum, Tate Modern, National Gallery, V&A, and Science Museum is normally free. Donations, special exhibitions, and some events can cost extra, so check each museum before visiting.
Should I get an Oyster card or just tap?
Contactless pay-as-you-go and Oyster both support fare capping on eligible journeys. Use the same card or device throughout, check foreign-card fees, and compare current TfL fares before choosing.
What's the cheapest way to eat in London?
Supermarket meal deals, bakeries, and takeaway counters can cost less than sit-down meals. Prices and participating items change, so compare the displayed total and leave room for service charges at restaurants.