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.
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.
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?
Top hotels in Carnaby
Strand Palace Hotel
Excellent one night stay, single room; very clean and well equipped; excellent breakfast - dining room very busy but well managed. Thoroughly recommended.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Outstanding customer service
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court
Lovely stay and all conveniences provided for.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Very friendly and helpful staff, spacious room with an amazing view, tasty breakfast.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Royal National Hotel
Lovely, friendly staff
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Yes
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
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 Leicester 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 Bond Street.
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 Piccadilly Circus and Big Ben 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.
Fitzrovia
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oxford Street to Tottenham Court Road – discover Fitzrovia, a destination also famous for its shopping.
