Abbey Wood Travel Guide
London
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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
The timeless time-piece that has rung out over the Thames, Parliament and central London for 150 years.
O2 Arena
Created as the focal point of Britain’s millennium celebrations, today this architectural wonder offers a world of entertainment under one enormous roof.
Buckingham Palace
This is a place adorned with tradition, spectacle and moments of national joy – and a palace that opens its doors during the summer months.
London Bridge
Known for its association with a well-known nursery rhyme, this iconic bridge has existed in various forms for more than 2,000 years.
Tower Bridge
With its Gothic towers and elegant walkways, Tower Bridge is unlike any other – and a fitting gateway for ships sailing up the Thames.
Top hotels in Abbey Wood
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Hotel a bit battered and bruised in places but location, food and especially the lovely staff more than made up for it ! Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Clean room, great shower, good cafe in the basement, fabulous location, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Royal National Hotel
Great location, room was clean and comfortable and very good value for central London
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
Not sure the ac was working
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
The room was very clean and organized
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
The Royal Horseguards, London
The hotel is beautiful. Staff were very helpful. We throughly enjoyed the breakfast.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Abbey Wood
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.
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.
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.
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.
