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London 3-day itinerary — Budget

United Kingdom · 2 travelers · 2 nights · fixed USD estimates

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Here is a ready-made 3-day budget plan for London for two: a day-by-day programme balancing headline sights, old-town markets and recovery time, with per-day cost estimates built from fixed local average prices — one hotel room for 2 nights, food and activities for two, and group transport.

DayPlanEstimated cost
1
Arriving and settling into London
  • Arrive in London and check in
  • Quick orientation: nearest transit stop, a supermarket, and a currency exchange
  • Catch the evening view from a famous corniche or square in London
$123calculate in the tool
2
Exploring modern London
  • Tour the modern district, towers and big malls of London
  • Lunch at a local food hall, then a modern sight (design museum or water park)
  • Evening activity: a short boat ride or a night lights tour
$271calculate in the tool
3
Last hours in London
  • One last breakfast, double-check belongings, and check out
  • A mall or market stop near the airport route out of London
  • Depart with rush-hour traffic factored in
$98calculate in the tool
Estimated trip total (excluding flights)
$492
Per person: $246 · Couple: $492
389 £ (GBP) · approximate FX

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FAQ

How much does a 3-day trip to London cost?

A 3-day budget trip for two is estimated at about $492 USD (hotel, food, transport and activities, excluding flights), i.e. roughly $246 per person.

What is the daily cost in London?

The average day for two runs about $164; arrival and departure days cost less than full sightseeing days.

When is the best time to visit London?

London is cheapest in January and February; prices jump in summer (June–August) and over the holidays.