- Camden: Camden Market and Regent's Canal, plenty of hostels and budget hotels, and a young atmosphere.
- King's Cross: a rail hub with many budget options, handy if you're continuing by Eurostar from St Pancras.
- Angel & Islington: a residential area full of restaurants and pubs, usually cheaper than the West End.
Money-saving tips:
- Stay a few minutes' walk from a Tube station on the same line as the places you plan to visit.
- Pay with a contactless card or Oyster to benefit from the daily fare cap.
- Many of London's major museums are free to enter, which cuts sightseeing costs a lot.