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Public Toilets Near Me in London
Find the nearest public toilet in London right now. Free, paid, opening hours, walking directions — all on one live geolocated map. No app needed.
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Cost
Free or ~50p–£1
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Live status
Scheme
Community Toilet Scheme
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The map geolocates you and shows every public toilet within walking distance — sorted by distance, with price and open status.
Open Toilet Map →Where to find FREE toilets in London
- Department stores — Selfridges, John Lewis, Harrods, Liberty: free toilets on upper floors, no purchase required.
- Major museums — the British Museum, Tate Modern/Britain, National Gallery and the V&A all have free toilets and free general entry.
- Pubs — nearly every London pub has a toilet; ordering a soft drink is polite but rarely enforced strictly for a quick visit.
- Community Toilet Scheme venues — participating cafés, pubs and shops in several boroughs let anyone use the toilet free, no purchase needed.
- Royal Parks and National Trust-style venues — Hyde Park, Regent's Park and similar green spaces have free public toilets near main entrances.
Watch out for
- ⚠️ Mainline stations (Victoria, King's Cross, Paddington, Liverpool Street) typically charge around 50p–£1 for toilets — often via contactless.
- ⚠️ Tube stations rarely have public toilets at all — plan ahead before you go underground.
- ⚠️ Restaurants may refuse toilet-only visitors at busy times. Pubs and cafés are more relaxed.
- ⚠️ Carry some coins or a contactless card — some public toilets still don't accept cash.
Nearby essentials
While you're at it, check where to top up water and cash nearby too.
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FAQ
›Where is the nearest public toilet in London?
Open the live toilet map: it geolocates you and shows every WC within walking distance, sorted by distance.
›Are public toilets in London free?
Many are: department stores, museums, pubs and Community Toilet Scheme venues. Mainline rail stations usually charge around 50p–£1.
›What is the Community Toilet Scheme?
Some boroughs pay local cafés, pubs and shops to allow free toilet access to anyone, no purchase necessary — look for the scheme's window sticker.
›Can I use a café toilet without buying anything?
It depends on the venue. Many are relaxed about it, but ordering a cheap drink is the safest and fastest way to get a clean toilet without any awkwardness.
›Are there toilets near major London attractions?
Yes — major museums (British Museum, Tate, National Gallery) have free toilets included with free entry. Near busy squares, department stores are the fastest option.