Brunel 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.
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.
Big Ben
The timeless time-piece that has rung out over the Thames, Parliament and central London for 150 years.
Wembley Stadium
Catch an event at Wembley Stadium during your trip to Wembley. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Brunel
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
I could not fault it. Already looking at booking again. The view we had of the bridge was unreal. Very clean hotel, staff are friendly and welcoming. Nothing is too much trouble. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Royal National Hotel
The room was clean and spacious
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
Room was excellent, front desk staff very efficient and polite.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Staff there to support check in or out. Fantastic location in the centre of the city, perfect for theatre land and exploring the capital. Cacoon room works so well, it's extremely peaceful despite everything going on around the location. Would be very happy to stay again
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Royal Garden Hotel
2nd time here and it lived up to the expectation
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
President Hotel
Clean room, nice staff, and convenient location
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Brunel
Kensington
Kensington High Street and Royal Albert Hall 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.
Paddington
Paddington Central and The Grosvenor Victoria Casino London are top sights in Paddington, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Paddington Underground Station or Edgware Road (Bakerloo) Underground Station to see more sights in the area.
South Kensington
Known for its fascinating museums and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in South Kensington. Check out top attractions like Royal Albert Hall and Kensington High Street, and jump on the metro at South Kensington Underground Station or Gloucester Road Underground Station to see more of the city.
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.
Marylebone
Marylebone is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Oxford Street and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Baker Street Station or Marylebone Underground Station.
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.
