Save on a great family day out in London using Boundless membership

Iconic designer Vivienne Westwood once said: ‘There's nowhere else like London. Nothing at all, anywhere.’

Packed with some of the world’s most famous landmarks, London is a truly remarkable city. Whether you’re keen to catch a show, immerse yourself in its rich history or simply wander the colourful streets, there’s something to wow everyone. 

The only snag is that the cost of a day out can soon add up – here’s where your Boundless membership comes in, enabling you to benefit from exclusive discounts to make great savings on a family day out, and experience London for less.

Here’s a snapshot of what a day out in the capital could look like for a family of four, and the savings you can make with Boundless:

So, grab your comfy shoes and a tube map and we’ll show you how a family of four could save up to £183* on a full day out in the city. 

Coffee Club: Save on beverages and snacks while you’re on the go

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Save 25% on your favourite barista-made drinks at Caffè Nero, Black Sheep Coffee, SOHO Coffee, and thousands of independent coffee shops. Whip out your tastecard and Coffee Club app and find a cosy spot to watch the hum of the city. See how to save using tastecard. 

Or wander along the South Bank, which is lined with some real gems of architecture including St Paul’s Cathedral, Big Ben and, of course, The London Eye. 

How much can I save with Boundless?

On average, Boundless members can save £4.10 on two Americano Grande and two regular hot chocolates for the kids at Caffè Nero with discounts available daily. 

How to claim the benefit

Log into Boundless, complete the tastecard including Coffee Club registration and download the app. Then it’s super easy to claim — just search for the eatery you’re visiting via the app.

Tower of London: Delve into history and channel your inner monarch

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No trip to London is complete without a visit to the Tower of London. Home to the Crown Jewels and an extensive Royal Armouries collection, this impressive royal castle has a long and torrid history. 

You could easily spend a couple of hours exploring this vast, infamous fortress – and a guided Yeoman Warder tour unearths the history of the Tower and its prisoners. Also worth watching is the ancient Ceremony of the Keys – a tradition which dates back 700 years. Please note that tickets for this special event cost £5 per person and prior booking is required. 

For full open and closing times, and special exhibition details, visit the Tower of London website. 

How much can I save with Boundless?

Boundless Plus members get unlimited access to the Tower of London (as well as all other Historic Royal Palaces sites) and can take an additional adult and two children saving £104.40 for a family of four, per visit.

How to claim the benefit

All you need to do is take your Boundless Plus membership card, a valid form of photo ID and a palace pass which you can download when you log into your membership account. For full open and closing times, special exhibition details and to book a tour, visit the Tower of London website.

The London Bridge Experience and The London Tombs: Ideal for thrill seekers

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Save up to 20% on entry to the recently crowned UK’s scariest attraction! The London Bridge Experience is a short walk from the Tower of London and will take you on an interactive journey into the bridge’s bloody past, where you’ll encounter fearsome figures such as William Wallace and Jack the Ripper. Ideal for thrill seekers so be warned: you’ll leave with your nerves shredded!

How much can I save with Boundless?

Save 20% on a family ticket to The London Bridge Experience through Virgin Experience Days with Boundless membership. That’s an average saving of £15 based on individual tickets for two adults and two children. Boundless members can save a 20% on already discounted ticket prices across all of Virgin Experience Days offers, with experiences for the whole family for under £100.

How to claim the benefit

Log into Boundless to register with Virgin Experience Days to book tickets and claim your discount.

tastecard: Get ready to order choosing from 100s of places to eat out

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Time for a pit stop. Enjoy a family-friendly lunch for less with 2-for-1 dining or 25% off food and drinks at popular chains including Carluccio’s, PizzaExpress, Prezzo, Zizzi, and many more. Bon appetit, folks! London leads the charge when it comes to eating out. With around 15,000 restaurants and 3,500 pubs – serving everything from street food-style eats to Michelin-starred dishes – the city is a melting pot of world cuisine. 
 
But before you get ready to order, make the most of your tastecard savings. For a taste of Italy, Zizzi and Bella Italia on the Strand and Prezzo on St Martin’s Lane serve a delicious array of pasta, pizza and salad dishes. Alternatively, for curry fans, Strand Tandoori serves Indian and Bangladeshi dishes. Bookings may be required at busy periods. 

How much can I save with Boundless?

A family of four could save 25% on dining out at PizzaExpress (offer available Sunday to Thursday only), as well as enjoy 2-for-1 meals at Prezzo using tastecard. On average, a family of four could save around £30 on a tasty meal. 

Boundless and Boundless Plus members get free access to tastecard, which enables you to get 2-for-1 dining or 25% off your total bill at thousands of independent and chain restaurants, along with 50% off pizza delivery from selected chains.

How to claim the benefit

Log into Boundless, complete the tastecard including Coffee Club registration and download the app. Then it’s super easy to claim — just search for the eatery you’re visiting via the app. Bookings may be required during busy periods.

The Cinema Society: Catch the latest family blockbuster

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Make the most of a free membership to The Cinema Society and round off a fun-filled family day by kicking back with a movie and buckets of popcorn at the ODEON Luxe London in bustling Leicester Square. And if you don’t fancy weaving through the tourists and locals (be warned: the kids will absolutely want a detour to M&M World!) there are participating cinemas all over the city including ODEON, Cineworld, Vue, Empire and many more.

How much can I save with Boundless?

Boundless saving: Boundless members can save up to 37% on adult and child cinema tickets as well as cinema food and drink, at participating cinemas.

How to claim the benefit

Simply log on to Boundless and purchase your tickets via the website. Bookings may be required during busy periods.

Boundless Tickets (powered by TodayTix): Be wowed by a West End Show

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Alternatively, one of the most exciting experiences you can have in London has to be a trip to see a live theatre show. Nothing beats the atmosphere and experience of watching a West End production.

Tickets for these events can often be pricey, but with Boundless membership, you can enjoy incredible savings.

How much can I save with Boundless?

Save 10% off all theatre tickets through Boundless Tickets, powered by TodayTix (show prices vary depending on availability)

Boundless and Boundless Plus members can save 10% on all theatre tickets by purchasing through Boundless Tickets. Simply enter the discount code in the voucher box at checkout to receive your extra 10% member discount.

You can also get 4% off theatre shows and concerts when buying a discounted eGift card through Boundless for Ticketmaster.

Boundless membership savings caveat

* Calculations correct at time of publishing. Please check for any restrictions which may apply.

• Coffee Club 25% saving based on 2x regular Americanos and 2x regular Hot Chocolates bought and drunk in store.
• Tower of London saving based on 2x adult tickets and 2x child tickets (without donation) listed on hrp.org.uk.
• PizzaExpress saving based on 2 x adult 2 course meal plus 2 x kids set meal 
• Carluccio's saving based on 2 x adult  2 course set meal plus 2 x kids 3 course set meal at Carluccio's South Kensington
• London Bridge family ticket saving at Virgin Experience Days, saving based on individual tickets for 2x adults and 2x children purchased from thelondonbridgeexperience.com.
• Prezzo saving based on 2 x adult pepperoni pizzas plus, 2 x kids 3-course set meal at Prezzo Victoria.
• Cinema saving calculated for 2x adult and 2x children (age 5-14) tickets at cinemasocietyclub.com, via Boundless membership. 
• £20 for 2 Adults and 2 Children at ODEON Luxe West End (Adult RRP £17.49 directly vs £10.99 through TCS, and Child RRP £10.99 vs £7.49)

Do more with Boundless

If you're working in or retired from the public sector or civil service, Boundless has two great membership options to choose from: Boundless and Boundless Plus.

With Boundless, you get unlimited access or discounted entry to many of the UK’s top attractions including Kew Gardens and Wakehurst and WWT centres across the UK, as well as year-round deals on restaurants, holidays, shopping and much more. With Boundless Plus, you can enjoy additional benefits including unlimited access to Historic Royal Palaces sites, National Trust for Scotland places, access to the Ramblers' extensive group walks and routes, and peace of mind with roadside assistance and local recovery by LV= Britannia Rescue.