3 free things to do in London in September and October - our top picks

London is home to many a museum with quite a few of them free for visitors, but there are a few other free things to do in the city over the next month too if that’s not your vibe.

From national museums to local galleries the capital has plenty of spots to discover if you’re wanting to add a touch of history to your London trip without spending any money.

Over the rest of September and into October, some of the city’s other famous areas will also host free to visit  events from outdoor exhibitions to light installations.

We’ve compiled a list of some of the free events happening around London this September/ October.

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Uniqlo Peace For All photo exhibition

Global apparel retailer, Uniqlo, has launched a free to visit photography exhibition across Coal Drops Yard in King’s Cross. The display showcases 60 powerful images highlighting the experiences and stories behind Uniqlo’s Peace For All charity initiative.

Where: Coal Drops Yard in King’s Cross 

How long is it on? Until the end of October

Art After Dark

A neon public art installation is set to light up Leicester Square Gardens next month inspired by London’s history and diverse communities. The display is a part of a free late-night arts programme from Art of London which will see The National Gallery, Royal Academy of Arts, and National Portrait Gallery keep their doors open later for capital visitors to explore.

Where: Leicester Square Gardens

How long is it on? October 10 - 12

Open House Festival 2024

Explore some of the capital’s hidden spaces for free and discover more of London’s rich history. The festival which will wrap up this weekend features 700 free open days across all 33 of London’s boroughs.

Where: More information about locations is available on the Open House 2024 website.

How long is it open? Until September 22.