Abbey Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Hyde Park
Once the private hunting grounds of a king, London's most famous park is today a place where everyone can enjoy gardens, monuments and music performances.
Big Ben
Arguably one of London’s most famous monuments, this prominent landmark is a national icon, adored by generations of Britons.
Buckingham Palace
This luxury residence of the oldest royal family in the world is still a national icon, attracting thousands of visitors each year.
Tower Bridge
A marvel of engineering, this iconic landmark has for centuries been at the forefront of London’s epic skyline.
O2 Arena
Attend music and sports events, see a movie or go bowling in one of the busiest arenas in the world, situated inside this iconic dome by the River Thames.
London Eye
For the best views of the London cityscape, climb aboard this impressive observation wheel and view the great British capital in all its glory.
Activities
From London: White Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip
London: Buckingham Palace & Westminster Guided Walking Tour
London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise
Simply Stonehenge Half- Day Trip from London with Free Snack Pack
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Other neighbourhoods around Abbey
Canary Wharf
Canary Wharf is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Museum of London Docklands and Thames River. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station.
Shoreditch
Shoreditch High St and Brick Lane are top sights in Shoreditch, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Shoreditch High Street Overground Station or Old Street Underground Station to see more sights in the area.
The City of London
The City of London is highly notable for its stunning cathedral, and you might want to visit top sights like St. Paul's Cathedral and London Guildhall. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.
Southwark
Razor and London City Hall are top sights in Southwark, and you should be sure to explore the stunning river views. Hop aboard the metro at Kennington Underground Station or Bermondsey Station to see more sights in the area.
Waterloo
Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Waterloo. Check out top attractions like London Eye and Southbank Centre, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.
Kings Cross St. Pancras
Kings Cross St. Pancras is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like St Pancras Chambers and British Library. See more of London by jumping on the metro at King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station.
- Hyde Park
- Big Ben
- Buckingham Palace
- Tower Bridge
- O2 Arena
- London Eye
- Piccadilly Circus
- Wembley Stadium
- The British Museum
- Tower of London
- London Bridge
- Trafalgar Square
- ExCeL Exhibition Centre
- Oxford Street
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Marble Arch
- Leicester Square
- Royal Albert Hall
- Kensington High Street
- Finsbury Park
- Westminster Abbey
- The Shard
- Westfield London Shopping Centre
- Liverpool Street
- Westfield Stratford City
- Natural History Museum
- Covent Garden Market
- Westminster Bridge