London City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

London City Centre
Tower Bridge featuring modern architecture, a city and a bridge
St. James Park showing heritage architecture and skyline
Covent Garden Market showing a city and street scenes as well as a couple
Tower Bridge showing a bay or harbour, a sunset and boating
Iconic landmarks, a world-famous theater district, lively nightlife zones and superb shopping and art museums await in the heart of England’s capital city.

London City Centre is the place for round-the-clock attractions. Discover architectural masterpieces, browse first-class museum exhibits and catch a play. Go on a shopping spree and sample the vibrant nightlife scene. Visit London City Centre to explore several districts, each with their own unique history and character.

The bright lights of Leicester Square mark the center of the pulsating West End. Shop at the brandname and luxury outlets on Bond Street, Oxford Street and Regent Street. Theater lovers flock to venues, such as the Apollo Theatre and Sondheim Theatre, on Shaftesbury Avenue. Admire sublime art collections at The National Gallery and National Portrait Gallery, on emblematic Trafalgar Square.

Watch talented street performers on the cobblestone plaza of Covent Garden. This former fruit market is home to the London Film Museum and London Transport Museum. Peruse antique and craft stalls at Jubilee Market. Esteemed ballet and opera companies perform at the Royal Opera House.

Step into the heartbeat of the Swinging Sixties at the bars and boutiques of Carnaby Street. Soho and Chinatown are packed with drinking and dining options. Make your way to fashionable Bloomsbury and explore The British Museum. Egyptian mummies, the Parthenon Marbles and Rosetta Stone are highlights of the museum’s artifacts.

The City of London is both London’s financial core and a tourism paradise. Visit iconic landmarks, including St. Paul’s Cathedral, The Tower of London and Tower Bridge. Combine upmarket fashion with gourmet food at 14th-century Leadenhall Market.

Walk in the footsteps of politicians at the Houses of Parliament and gaze up at Big Ben in Westminster. See where British monarchs are crowned at 950-year-old Westminster Abbey. A stroll through laid-back and leafy St. James’s Park brings you to Buckingham Palace. Check the schedule for the entertaining Changing of the Guard ceremony.

Buses and London Underground trains travel around London City Centre. Cross the River Thames via historic bridges to the South Bank. This riverfront district is famous for the London Eye, Shakespeare’s Globe theater and Tate Modern, among other sights.


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Our pick of the best London City Centre Hotel Deals

The Tower Hotel, London
The Tower Hotel, London
4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way, London, England
The price is AU$245 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$245
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,805 reviews)
"Good place to stay"

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

The Tower Hotel, London
Strand Palace Hotel
Strand Palace Hotel
4 out of 5
372 The Strand, London, England
The price is AU$350 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$350
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,967 reviews)
"The location is fantastic. Close to everything. Couple blocks to theatres. Always felt safe no matter time of day. Stayed in a single room and it was perfect."

Reviewed on 27 Feb. 2025

Strand Palace Hotel
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road, London, England
The price is AU$398 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$398
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,923 reviews)
"Beautiful, luxurious hotel in the most perfect location."

Reviewed on 7 Mar. 2025

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Sea Containers London
Sea Containers London
5 out of 5
20 Upper Ground, London, England
The price is AU$469 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$469
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 5-star spa hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,614 reviews)
"Our stay was great. The service was exceptional from the moment we arrived - Naz was so welcoming and helpful - to the time we left. Fab to experience such service in London."

Reviewed on 8 Mar. 2025

Sea Containers London
Park Plaza London Riverbank
Park Plaza London Riverbank
4 out of 5
18 Albert Embankment, London, England
The price is AU$326 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$326
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,762 reviews)
"Great location for main London sights with easy access to transport and perfect for family with the size of rooms"

Reviewed on 8 Mar. 2025

Park Plaza London Riverbank
Thistle London Marble Arch
Thistle London Marble Arch
4 out of 5
Bryanston Street, Marble Arch, London, England
The price is AU$348 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$348
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,154 reviews)
Great, convenient and comfortable London hotel.
"Lovely hotel but some building work in lobby and 2 lifts out of order, so long wait for lifts. Room comfortable and bed great, ver clean but some wear and tear to door in bathroom. Service in bar and at breakfast was fantastic, attentive and very friendly"

Reviewed on 7 Mar. 2025

Thistle London Marble Arch
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around London City Centre

Admiralty Arch showing heritage architecture

St James

St James is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Piccadilly Circus or St. James's Square.

St James
London showing heritage elements, markets and signage

Covent Garden

The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or Royal Opera House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

Covent Garden
Soho

Soho

Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.

Soho
London showing a bridge, a city and heritage architecture

Waterloo

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Waterloo
Victoria showing a city and heritage architecture

Westminster

While you're in Westminster, take in top sights like Big Ben and jump on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station to see more of the city.

Westminster
Mayfair

Mayfair

Travellers love Mayfair for its popular shops, and you can see more of London by jumping on the metro at Bond Street Underground Station or Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Oxford Street and Bond Street.

Mayfair


London City Centre Travel Guide

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