I have a friend going to London and they asked what kind of souvenirs would be a good idea to bring back for friends/family. Any suggestions (keep in mind this person is on the cheap side)

My parents went to London about 6 years ago and loved it. They went to Harrods (sp) and just picked a few little things, it was not too expensive. They went for a supper cruise as well, but that was pricey...$450.00 for the 2 of them. They were lucky though, they have friends that live there, so they were able to go to places that most people don't see.

ask for a couple of bolts from that giant ferris wheel

My father attended Scotland Yard back in 98, got me some mini statues of famous buildings and a Bobby Hat. Pictures are always a nice touch. Just apply the same concept to whenever you go site seeing yourself.

my brother went there after his sophomore year of college with a bunch of friends. He brougth me back some postcards, a "stress" ball with some London phrases on it, and some coins from London. Pretty cool stuff seeming I haven't even left my home state. lol.

You need to explore your surroundings. There is so much to see and do out there. I've been fortunate to travel a bunch. I've never left the country but I don't think I would care to unless I went to Australia (that is the one place I've always wanted to go)

^ Italy is the shiznit!! ^

I am your boy if you need to know anything about London i was born in East London a place called Leytonstone 45 years ago and still have family living in the city so ask away