Top things to do in London
Attractions, tours and activities in London
Recommended museums in London
Where to discover culture and the arts in London
London: the city's best neighbourhoods
Find a great area to stay in London
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Mayfair
0.9 miles from city centre
The glamorous residents of Mayfair have money to burn. Come and ogle at their sprawling mansions, exclusive shops, auction houses and rarefied art galleries. If a bespoke suit from Savile Row doesn't tempt you, survey the fine Victorian architecture around the garden squares or the intricate design of the Royal Arcade.
Places to stay from £44 per night
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Kensington
2.8 miles from city centre
Kensington is a mix of residential and commercial areas that ooze class. Stretching from Old Brompton Road to Kensington High Street, you’ll find bistros, cafés and boutiques galore. Stop to admire Kensington Palace, or visit the nearby Victoria and Albert and Natural History Museums. The streets around Holland Park are perfect for walking.
Places to stay from £18 per night
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Covent Garden
0.4 miles from city centre
The ornamental pineapples adorning the market’s lamps are a reminder of the fruit and vegetable stalls that once occupied Covent Garden, an important centre for London’s vibrant creative arts scene. See the 17th-century St Paul’s Church or explore the boutiques that line the alleys. Parisian-style cafés with terraces adorn the street corners.
Places to stay from £45 per night
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Westminster Borough
1.1 miles from city centre
Westminster, home to some of London's best-known landmarks and the seat of government. Slip through the shadows of history at The Houses of Parliament and Trafalgar Square with the bells of Big Ben marking the passage of time. Stroll past Whitehall to Downing Street (the Prime Minister's official home and office) and on to Buckingham Palace.
Places to stay from £11 per night
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St James
0.2 miles from city centre
St James's is a sophisticated neighbourhood filled with mature parks, galleries and high-end restaurants. Edged by Buckingham Palace, Green Park, Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus, St James's plays host to a range of cultural and artistic events throughout the year including London Fashion Week. Head to Jermyn Street for luxury shopping.
Places to stay from £50 per night
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Marylebone
1.6 miles from city centre
Lined with beautiful Victorian terraces, the traditional streets of Marylebone contain acres of parks and garden. Amateur sleuths shouldn’t miss Sherlock Holmes’ legendary residence at 221b Baker Street. You’ll spot the beautiful, circular All Souls Church with its striking conical tower. From here, wander towards Bond Street’s upmarket shops.
Places to stay from £23 per night
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Knightsbridge
1.7 miles from city centre
Knightsbridge is a honeypot for wealthy shoppers - and the postcode of choice for the even wealthier. Harrods is the centrepiece, a unique department store with five acres of shopping. The nearby Harvey Nichols food court is legendary for its gourmet delights. The park behind The Brompton Oratory provides an oasis among the stucco-fronted edifices.
Places to stay from £108 per night
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Belgravia
1.4 miles from city centre
This is one of the world's most elegant - and wealthy - residential neighbourhoods. Belgravia’s palatial Georgian-style houses are peppered with delightful garden squares, including Belgrave Square and Eaton Square. Elizabeth Street holds a number of quirky delights, like stationers, luxury chocolatiers, bakeries and antique shops.
Places to stay from £19 per night
About London
Including tips for the best time to visit London
London's inherent uniqueness and mix of cultures have made it one of the most visited cities in the world. Its diverse bundle of boroughs are often like mini cities in their own right, with each one offering something different to the last.
London's iconic skyline is an eclectic combination of instantly recognisable landmarks, from the historic Tower of London to the ultra-modern skyscrapers of The Shard and 20 Fenchurch (better known as 'The Walkie-Talkie'). A walk through the ‘Square Mile’ immerses you in the original Roman settlement, with parts of the ancient defensive wall still visible. You'll also find some of the London's cosiest (and oldest) pubs around there, such as Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese, a former haunt of Charles Dickens and Mark Twain.
For lovers of the arts, look no further than the world-class theatres of London's West End and the live music venues of Camden, Soho and Shoreditch. You'll also find endless galleries and museums dotted around, such as the free-to-visit British Museum, Natural History Museum and the National Gallery.
Amongst all the impressive architecture and endless points of interest, it's easy to forget how green London is. 47% of the city is made up of public green space, including 3,000 parks. The most popular spots include Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens and Green Park, but it's worth venturing out to places like Richmond where you can walk amongst roaming wild deer.
London is served by several major airports, including Heathrow, Gatwick, City, Stansted, Luton and Southend. Travel is made easy by the extensive public transport links, as well as private coach services.
Tonight
From £78 per night
This weekend
From £227 per night
Next weekend
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| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | GBP |
| Language | English |
| Average weekend price | £202 per night |
| Average weekday price | £201 per night |
| Typical stay | 2 nights |
Points of interest in London
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in London
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The Shard
1.7 miles from city centre
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Wembley Stadium
7.3 miles from city centre
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O2 Arena
5.6 miles from city centre
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Tower Bridge
2.2 miles from city centre
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Oxford Street
0.9 miles from city centre
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London Eye
0.4 miles from city centre
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London Bridge
1.7 miles from city centre
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Royal Albert Hall
2.2 miles from city centre
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Piccadilly Circus
0.4 miles from city centre
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Emirates Stadium
3.4 miles from city centre
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London reviews
What other travellers say about London
Great City, perfect subway-/bus network.
26 September 2023
Great City, perfect subway-/bus network. Lot's of modern and historical things to see for sightseeing. However, terribly expensive overall. Drinks, Food, Restaurants easily 30-50% higher than Europe/Germany and else.
Too many queues but ignoring this some good restaurants -...
25 September 2023
Too many queues but ignoring this some good restaurants - Savoir Faire , New Oxford Street was excellent. Tube travel was really easy- just use charge card ! Sky Garden was good and War Rooms but try to find quieter times. If driving try "Your Parking Space" They found us parking for 4 days in local car park to hotel for at a good price .
The City With Everything.
25 September 2023
The City With Everything. Whilst I come for the art galleries, I experience as many of the opportunities time allows during my stay. Leaving me both with happy memories and ideas for future trips to the capital of experiences and opportunities.
Our London trip was amazing was not long enough as we were...
25 September 2023
Our London trip was amazing was not long enough as we were on the go for the entire 10 days we were there, so much to see and do will definitely be back, next time allow more $$$ for meals as eating out in London is expensive when converting from GBP to AUD
Love London!
24 September 2023
Love London! Every corner there is something unique. I am British, yet every time I visit I can find a fresh new experience. look on the map for areas less populated and you find unusual places to visit
I am a history buff and this London trip was an amazing...
24 September 2023
I am a history buff and this London trip was an amazing "romp" through from the Middle Ages to our current age. I was able to see the original Magna Carta in The British Library, visit Runnymede, the site where it was signed; visit the Battle of Britain Bunker, Uxbridge, explore All Hallows by the Tower, the Church where John Quincy Adams was married and where William Penn was Baptized. At the British Library I saw original Beatles draft for 'In My Life' and the draft for Monty Python's 'Spanish Inquisition' sketch. The London transit system is brilliant, the atmosphere was wonderful. Can't wait for my next trip.
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