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 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
0.1 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 £106 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 £241 per night
Next weekend
From £155 per night
| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | GBP |
| Language | English |
| Average weekend price | £161 per night |
| Average weekday price | £159 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
1.8 miles from city centre
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Wembley Stadium
7.3 miles from city centre
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O2 Arena
5.7 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
London reviews
What other travellers say about London
Loved the theatres and museums.
20 April 2024
Loved the theatres and museums. We also loved walking and looking at the buildings and sculptures. Eating on a boat restaurant. Pub food was surprisingly good too! We are not clothes shoppers but there is plenty of choices.
Many of the art museums are free, which is great because you...
19 April 2024
Many of the art museums are free, which is great because you can just pass thru them if you don’t have all day to spend in one place and not feel like you are losing money. Unfortunately I only had an evening and a morning there before my connecting flight, but it seems like there is a lot to enjoy if you have the time
London is the perfect place to be.
19 April 2024
London is the perfect place to be. No doubt about it. Just something , since it was not possible for us to leave a review in booking: DO NOT chose "Central-zone1-Shoreditch-bricklane-LiverpoolStreet" referenced appartment! The landlord is just a dangerous, very dangerous guy who wil threaten your life if you complain about anything of this -despite pictures given- very old and rusty appartment with disgusting terrace full of dirt. It is located above a night club closing at 4 am. You'll enjoy sleepless nights! And this dishonest guy manages, god knows how, to eliminate all negative comments. DO NOT GO THERE. Last, Booking.com support was an absolute disaster. There seems to be no control made from them on the appartment owned by individuals in this city. use booking for hotels, but not for appartments, at least in this city.
Central London has so much to offer ranging from Hyde Park...
19 April 2024
Central London has so much to offer ranging from Hyde Park to Southbank to Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, the London zoo. The vibrant night life near Piccadilly circus, China town Oxford Street reflect how modern London is intertwined with the older infrastructure that has seen events dated several centuries ago. The food here is excellent and can cater for every budget, the tube makes traveling easy and quick. The weather was fantastic in late Jan 20204
What a wonderful city London is.
18 April 2024
What a wonderful city London is. There is so much to explore and not just in the West End, but also the leafy suburbs like Islington, Regents Canal, street art in Brick Lane, the differing architecture in the City of London. So much history to explore, lots to see and do for all ages. Free museums and art galleries, take an uber boat along the Thames. Walk along the Regents Canal.
Definitely visit again.
18 April 2024
Definitely visit again. A lot to see and learn and relearn again. Although there is always someone dying to whisper with eyelids moving like an elevator. Overall friendly people, lovely place. Reduced litter on the streets.
Popular places to stay in London
Stay in some of the best accommodation London has to offer
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St Paul's Studios apartment Hammersmith, London
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41 Westminster Borough, London
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