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🎓 Free Guide · 伦敦留学生生存指南
London Survival Guide
Everything international students need to know about eating, exploring, and thriving in London.
🏠 First Week Essentials
SIM card
giffgaff or Three — order free SIM online before arriving
Bank account
Monzo or Revolut — instant setup, no UK address needed
Oyster / Contactless
Use contactless bank card for TfL — daily cap applies
Groceries
Tesco, Sainsbury's, Lidl for budget. Wing Yip or Loon Fung for Asian groceries
🍽️ Eating Near Your University
🏮 中国城 Chinatown Guide
London Chinatown (Leicester Square / Wardour Street) is the go-to for Chinese students. Here are the essentials:
文兴酒家 Four Seasons
烤鸭 Roast duck
旺记 Wong Kei
粤菜 Cantonese
BaiWei 百味
川菜 Sichuan
Wonderful Patisserie
蛋挞/面包 Bakery
Jenni's Bubble Tea
奶茶 Bubble tea
💰 Budget Eating Tips
- • Meal deals: Tesco/Boots/Co-op — sandwich + drink + snack for £3.50-4.50
- • Too Good To Go app — rescue bags from restaurants for £3-4
- • Student discount: UNiDAYS app unlocks 10-20% at many chains
- • Lunch vs dinner: Many restaurants are 30-40% cheaper at lunch
- • Markets: Borough Market (Sat), Broadway Market (Sat), Brick Lane (Sun) — street food from £5
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