10 Budget-friendly Things to do in London That You Shouldn't Miss

March 24, 2022 Fernanda Pittenger

You’ll see double-decker buses and even the River Thames, but while London, Ontario, has clearly been inspired by its British namesake, this is a distinctly Canadian destination. Attractions like Fanshawe Pioneer Village, Banting House and Eldon House will captivate history buffs. Or indulge your, shall we say, slightly less cerebral side with a tour of the Labatt Brewery.
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1. Eldon House

481 Ridout St N, London, Ontario N6A 2P6 Canada +1 519-661-5169 [email protected] http://www.eldonhouse.ca
Excellent
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4.5 based on 134 reviews

Eldon House

Built in 1834, the oldest surviving home in London contains heirlooms and furnishings that belonged to the original owners, Captain John and Amelia Harris. ***During COVID-19 the interior of Eldon House will be open by appointment only during the listed hours. Our summer tea program is unavailable in 2020.

Reviewed By hrhmed - Toronto, Canada

we visited this house and what a surprise! I love history and this house delivers. furnitures, decor, kitchen, wallpaper, bedroom and the guides are very informative that even my son who hates sightseeing got interested with the house history and ask a lot of questions.... they have construction but you can still go inside the house. They also have high tea with staff dressed in old servants uniform... Highly recommend to visit and admission is donation to hep with the upkeep of this house.

2. Banting House National Historic Site

442 Adelaide St N, London, Ontario N6B 3H8 Canada +1 519-673-1752 [email protected] http://bantinghousenhsc.wordpress.com
Excellent
67%
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4.5 based on 66 reviews

Banting House National Historic Site

Reviewed By explorer044 - Montreal, Canada

Dr. Banting's achievement, the discovery of insulin, is highlighted in this home/museum The guide that accompanied us, a Masters history student, was exceptionally well informed and made the history of the development of insulin and Dr. Banting's life history come alive This historical landmark should be better promoted

3. Fanshawe Pioneer Village

2609 Fanshawe Park Rd E, London, Ontario N5X 4A1 Canada +1 519-457-1296 http://fanshawepioneervillage.ca/planning-your-visit
Excellent
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4.5 based on 217 reviews

Fanshawe Pioneer Village

Reviewed By sassenachx

I have loved visiting Pioneer Village since I was a child. It's a relaxing, fun day spent outside. You can wander the buildings as you wish and there are sometimes events and extra activities, as well as seasonal events. The staff is great and if you are interested, you can chat with them and learn so many things about history. It's a very good place to go to generate discussions with kids about historical life and show them examples in an accessible way. There are plenty of opportunities for photos of the houses, wildlife (mostly birds) and nature, farm animals, or taking portraits. I have taken my son since he was a toddler and he always enjoys it too. He is 6 and the last time we went, he didn't want to leave even after a few hours! It was not crowded at all (just steady) and very low key, which was great for a hot summer afternoon. The little cafe has just the right number of choices (soups, sandwiches, ice cream, etc.) and the food is always good. The gift shop has so many lovely and fun items in a range of prices that are very fair. It feels like being outside of the city even though it's not far at all. You can also go nearby to hiking trails, the campground, etc. I think almost anyone could have a great time here whether they are interested in history or not!

4. Budweiser Gardens

99 Dundas St, London, Ontario N6A 6K1 Canada +1 519-667-5700 [email protected] http://www.johnlabattcentre.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 592 reviews

Budweiser Gardens

Reviewed By JAR226 - London, Canada

An awesome entertainer, with a great stage. I've seen various concerts here, in RUSH, Meatloaf; theatrical productions, such as Rent, Kinky Boots; figure skating including our own Scott and Tessa; and of course the London Knights.

5. Aeolian Hall

795 Dundas St, London, Ontario N5W 2Z6 Canada +1 519-672-7950 [email protected] http://www.aeolianhall.ca
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4.5 based on 124 reviews

Aeolian Hall

Reviewed By S8565CTlindan - Ontario's Highlands, Canada

We saw two events here, the Au Pears and Dan Needles.both wonderful with terrific talent and acoustics.

6. London's Farmers Market

900 King Street, London, Ontario N5Y 5P8 Canada +1 519-438-7203 [email protected] http://www.londonsfarmersmarket.ca
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4.5 based on 74 reviews

London's Farmers Market

Open every Saturday 8:00am - 3:00pm and Sunday 10:00am - 2:00pm, year round. The Market at Western Fair District is located at 900 King St. in the Confederation Building, featuring two floors of high-quality, farm fresh goods and unique products. Enjoy a selection of produce, meats, prepared foods, baked goods, apparel, jewellery and much more! So bring your friends and family and enjoy the Market experience. We promise you won’t go home empty handed! 2018 Winner of “Best of London - Best Flea/Farmers Market” No pets allowed, only service animals.

Reviewed By hoogie52 - London, Canada

This is a great place to visit for food and handmade items. There's a lot of vendors that sell fruit, veggies, ready made food, coffee, etc. There's also vendors who sell furniture, antiques, crafted items, etc. It's a very cool place to visit on a Saturday. The Fritter Shop is a highlight!!

7. Covent Market

Covent Garden Market Bldg. 130 King St, London, Ontario N6A 1C5 Canada +1 519-439-3921 http://www.coventmarket.com
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4.5 based on 202 reviews

Covent Market

Reviewed By gabriellasG6271OA - Los Angeles, United States

I have posted earlier about what a treasure this place is. As of June 1 all vendors have been given the go ahead to come back. And the outdoor market is active yet again. I've been going every Saturday after the partial reopening. Really looking forward to when they're all back again.

8. Labatt Brewery

150 Simcoe Street, London, Ontario N6A 4M3 Canada +1 519-850-8687 [email protected] http://www.labatt.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 60 reviews

Labatt Brewery

LABATT HOMETOWN BREWERY TOUR (Reservations Required) is at the same location where our founder John Kinder Labatt first started brewing beer back in 1847. The tour takes about 2 hours with a full guided tour with headsets of the Brewing, Fermenting, Ageing and Packaging areas. A sampling session to follow plus 15% discount coupon for merchandise at our Labatt Retail Store on site. Everyone must wear fully enclosed and flat footwear. ALL TOURS NEED TO BE RESERVED IN ADVANCE.

Reviewed By keeo66 - Allentown, United States

Labatt Blue is my favorite beer so this was a cool bucket list visit for me. The buildings, the town, the brewery, the people, the tour guide.....every element had character, charm, history, and energy. Highly recommend taking the time to book this tour.

9. Westminster Ponds

696 Wellington Road South, London, Ontario Canada +1 519-451-2800 http://www.thamesriver.on.ca/Wetlands_and_Natural_Areas/westminster.htm
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4.5 based on 68 reviews

Westminster Ponds

Reviewed By packingandunpacking - London, Canada

Living in London and this year being cautious about where we go, it was our goal to explore some of the hiking trails in the city. We parked at the London Tourism Welcome Centre, 696 Wellington Road and walked in. After taking a pic of the map, we decided on the loop that circles Spettigue Pond. 4km in 1 hour, 10 minutes, at a strolling pace. I was happy that I wore running shoes rather than sandals. Lots of tree roots to step over in many areas. Very nice dock overlooking Spettigue to see the size of the pond and take some nice pics. Some small uphill and down. I wouldn't recommend walking here soon after a rainfall. Dirt paths definitely would be slippery.

10. The Royal Canadian Regiment Museum

701 Oxford St E N5Y 4T7, London, Ontario N5Y 4T7 Canada +1 519-660-5275 [email protected] http://www.thercrmuseum.ca
Excellent
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4.5 based on 77 reviews

The Royal Canadian Regiment Museum

Reviewed By Adriaanv49

A long time ago I visited the RCR museum only to find some uniforms and medals. What a pleasant surprise to see how much displays have improved. I think every class in London and area should visit this museum to get an idea of what the veterans have done for us.

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