Carnaby Travel Guide
London
Popular places to visit
Carnaby Street
Shop, dine and drink at this pedestrian-only street made famous the world over by musicians and socialites during the Swinging London era of the 1960s.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Carnaby
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Staff on reception
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Strand Palace Hotel
room spotless, staff very professional which is good these days as not many places can say this, I liked the choice of hand and bath soaps and would like to join as member with view to staying again, but cannot work out the internet format to do so.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
It was simple to check-in but it was very noisy in teh foyer and it was difficult to hear reception as they told me about the hotel. My room was an 'interior' room which meant that it was in the inner atrium side, and the room was really dark. I sometimes wish that hotels had a main large light in ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
Brilliant location, friendly and efficient staff, clean room and many options for breakfast
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Royal Garden Hotel
Room was spotless and staff very courteous. Shower was absolutely fantastic
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Ibis budget London Heathrow Central
Clean room, friendly staff, lovely breakfast, all for a great price! Thank you!
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Carnaby
Soho
Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.
West End
Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square are a few top attractions in West End. Hop around the city on the metro at Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station or Oxford Circus Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
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 Sotheby’s.
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.
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.
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.
Carnaby Travel Guide
- Carnaby Street
- Hyde Park
- Tower Bridge
- O2 Arena
- London Bridge
- London Eye
- Buckingham Palace
- Trafalgar Square
- Piccadilly Circus
- Wembley Stadium
- Big Ben
- Tower of London
- The British Museum
- Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
- Oxford Street
- ExCeL Exhibition Centre
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Leicester Square
- Marble Arch
- Kensington High Street
- Liverpool Street
- The Shard
- Westminster Abbey
- Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
- Westfield London Shopping Centre
- Royal Albert Hall
- Natural History Museum
- Covent Garden Market
- Stamford Bridge Stadium
