Waterloo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
![London showing boating, a river or creek and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/55000/55709-River-Thames.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Popular places to visit
![London Eye featuring a high-rise building, rides and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20626-London-Eye.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Royal National Theatre which includes modern architecture and theatre scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/167000/167013-Royal-National-Theatre.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Royal National Theatre
Attend fascinating talks, see acclaimed shows and enjoy lunch at this concrete playhouse in the vibrant South Bank area.
![Sea Life London Aquarium](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9eaa2337974eaf3741a0ef1c01a9ef51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Sea Life London Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Sea Life London Aquarium during your visit to London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
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London Dungeon
Enjoy a show at London Dungeon, a theatre with a story to tell in London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
![Southbank Centre featuring café scenes, views and theatre scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/166000/166799-Southbank-Centre.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Southbank Centre
Enjoy a range of cultural events on show by the River Thames at one of the largest centers of art in the world.
![Royal Festival Hall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/578387d316c7160d67ee2dee1e86ac99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Royal Festival Hall
Get tickets for a show at Royal Festival Hall, a theatre with a story to tell in London. Discover the entertainment choices and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Activities
![London Afternoon Tea and Panoramic Tour by Double Decker Bus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/783523/30fd222a-2f23-4589-8eb8-dc83aaaa24dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
London Afternoon Tea Bus with Prosecco
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London Eye River Cruise Tickets
![London Eye Ticket, Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & River Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3374927/49aec2fc-c112-4e69-aa98-cd7efcb23cd2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
The Big Day out * London Eye with Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & River Cruise*
![The mysterious pre-historic stones of Stonehenge](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2188393/b122b831-8b91-464d-90a0-7ccbe8b2bf32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Small Group Stonehenge, Bath and Secret Place Tour from London
![[Free 24 hours] London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with River Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/169710/3e13252b-8a8b-4e8e-ba3a-3bb668462aec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
[Free 24 hours] London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with River Cruise
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London Eye Experience & River Cruise Tickets
Our pick of the best Waterloo Hotel Deals
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Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025
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Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025
![The Tower Hotel, London](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2500/2479/cda65f5f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025
![Central Park Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7300/7238/94831d08_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025
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Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025
![Park Plaza London Riverbank](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1190000/1184000/1183908/a8c8ecfa_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Waterloo
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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.
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London City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.
![Victoria showing a city and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/166000/166730-Victoria-Westminster.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Admiralty Arch showing heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/302000/302270-Greater-London-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
City of Westminster
Buckingham Palace and Big Ben are a few top attractions in City of Westminster. Hop around the city on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station or Victoria Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
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Soho
Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.
![The City of London which includes a skyscraper, a city and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/166000/166739-The-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.