Balham Travel Guide
London
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.
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.
Piccadilly Circus
Piccadilly Circus is where the lights are bright, the traffic is busy, where cupid rules and the West End starts – or is it?
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.
Wembley Stadium
Catch an event at Wembley Stadium during your trip to Wembley. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
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.
Top hotels in Balham
Strand Palace Hotel
Excellent choice near Covent Garden
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Hotel licated
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Perfect location and great facilities
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Room was small, there’s no window, bedside table, closet, table nor chair. There is a bed and a luggage rack.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Royal Garden Hotel
So glad we arranged the airport shuttle to pick us up when we arrived in London. The driver texted me to let us know he was at the airport. He was holding a sign with our names so we quickly identified him. The drive to the hotel was stress free.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
Decent price for London, decent hotel
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balham
Chelsea
Museums, theatres and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Chelsea. Sights like Royal Hospital Chelsea and Saatchi Gallery are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater London area at Sloane Square Underground Station.
South Kensington
Known for its fascinating museums and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in South Kensington. Check out top attractions like Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum, and jump on the metro at South Kensington Underground Station or Gloucester Road Underground Station to see more of the city.
City of Westminster
Big Ben and Piccadilly Circus 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.
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.
Kensington
Kensington Roof Gardens and Kensington High Street are a few top attractions in Kensington. Hop around the city on the metro at High Street Kensington Station or Notting Hill Gate Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, beautiful gardens and charming cafes.
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 Royal Festival Hall, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.
