Mayfair
0.9 miles from downtown
The glamorous residents of Mayfair have money to burn. Come and check out their sprawling mansions, exclusive shops, auction houses and unique art galleries. If a custom 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 $55 a night
Kensington
2.8 miles from downtown
Kensington is a mix of residential and commercial areas that exude 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 $23 a night
Covent Garden
0.4 miles from downtown
The ornamental pineapples adorning the market’s lamps are a reminder of the fruit and vegetable stalls that once occupied Covent Garden, an important center 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 spill out onto the street corners.
Places to stay from $57 a night
Westminster Borough
1 miles from downtown
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 ringing 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 $14 a night
St. James
0.1 miles from downtown
St. James' is a sophisticated neighborhood filled with mature parks, galleries and high-end restaurants. Surrounded by Buckingham Palace, Green Park, Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus, St. James' plays host to a range of cultural and artistic events throughout the year, including London Fashion Week. Head to Jermyn Street for some luxury shopping.
Places to stay from $63 a night
Marylebone
1.6 miles from downtown
Lined with beautiful Victorian terraces, the traditional streets of Marylebone contain acres of parks and garden. Amateur detectives 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 upscale stores.
Places to stay from $29 a night
Knightsbridge
1.7 miles from downtown
Knightsbridge is a mecca for luxury shopping, and the residence of choice for the incredibly wealthy. Harrods is the centerpiece – this unique department store spans five acres of shopping, and the nearby Harvey Nichols food court is legendary. The park behind The Brompton Oratory provides an oasis among the stucco facades.
Places to stay from $137 a night
Belgravia
1.4 miles from downtown
This elegant, residential neighborhood is one of the world’s most wealthy residential districts. Belgravia’s palatial Georgian style houses are interspersed with delightful garden squares including Belgrave Square and Eaton Square. There are quirky shops to explore on Elizabeth Street – stationery shops, luxury chocolatiers, bakeries and antique stores.
Places to stay from $24 a night
London's rich history and mix of cultures have made it one of the most visited cities in the world. Its distinct boroughs are like small cities, each one offering something different from the last.
London's iconic skyline is an eclectic combination of instantly recognizable landmarks, from the historic Tower of London to ultra-modern skyscrapers like The Shard and 20 Fenchurch – more commonly known as "The Walkie-Talkie." Walking through the Square Mile immerses you into the original Roman settlement, with parts of the ancient defensive wall still visible. You'll also find some of the London's coziest (and oldest) pubs there, like Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese, frequented by Charles Dickens and Mark Twain.
For art lovers, head to the West End's world-class theaters, as well as the concert halls throughout Camden, Soho, and Shoreditch. You'll also find countless galleries and museums around the city, like the free British Museum, Natural History Museum, and the National Gallery.
Among all the impressive architecture and endless landmarks, it's easy to forget how green London is. The city consists of 47% public green space including 3,000 parks. The most popular are Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, and Green Park, but it's worth venturing out to places like Richmond to walk alongside 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 connections, as well as private shuttle services.
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| Most popular time to visit | October-December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January-March |
| Local currency | £1 = $1.25 |
| Language | English |
| Average weekend price | $208 per night |
| Average weekday price | $205 per night |
| Average stay | 2 nights |
The Shard
1.8 miles from downtown
Wembley Stadium
7.3 miles from downtown
O2 Arena
5.7 miles from downtown
Tower Bridge
2.2 miles from downtown
Oxford Street
0.9 miles from downtown
London Eye
0.4 miles from downtown
London Bridge
1.7 miles from downtown
Royal Albert Hall
2.2 miles from downtown
Piccadilly Circus
0.4 miles from downtown
Emirates Stadium
3.4 miles from downtown
It's a big fast paced city so if you are not used to...
May 4, 2024
It's a big fast paced city so if you are not used to that it can be a bit wearing. The historical attractions are it's draw but they are sadly being enveloped by large ugly sky scrapers. City views from high up are uninspiring. Still, we enjoyed our stay, our Thames cruise, touring the Tower, Tower Bridge, St. Paul's, Westminster, Kew Gardens and finding the oldest pubs in London.
Unless you live here, you will never have enough time for...
May 4, 2024
Unless you live here, you will never have enough time for London! There's so much to experience. Go to Leicester Square for atmosphere, the Lego Shop and statues, but buy your souvenirs elsewhere, they're tack and over-priced in this area. For souvenirs just go in local shops, most have a range of items and they're better priced then the major tourist areas. Eat in Soho/China Town near the West End, great food for reasonable prices. For a cheap experience, walk the Thames, its so lovely, plenty of history and coffee shops along the way.
Rich in history and culture.
May 3, 2024
Rich in history and culture. Amaxzing public transport system. Tower Bridge area my favourite area. Loved the food at Borough market. Tub of Strawberries and chocolate the best!! Loved the Kensington area as well. Too much to see and do.
Very easy to get around and the people are very friendly and...
May 3, 2024
Very easy to get around and the people are very friendly and helpful. I thought London was very clean and has just about everything you need in every neighborhood you are in. I would pick a more updated hotel next time.
Too much to do and see.
May 3, 2024
Too much to do and see. I only ended up doing things on Central London, I had a list of restaurants and food street to visit, a list of museums, but there is so much to do that things just kept popping up and getting later on the list. As someone living in Lisbon I really needed the air of a big city, the British are very polite, so it is great.
The people were very friendly and provided directions...
May 2, 2024
The people were very friendly and provided directions without hesitation. I used the train everyday and it was quite easy to get to where you want to go! I was a solo traveler and from Earl's Court I was able to take the train to Windsor castle without delay.
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