Farringdon Travel Guide
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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.
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 notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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.
Big Ben
The timeless time-piece that has rung out over the Thames, Parliament and central London for 150 years.
Top hotels in Farringdon
Yotel London City
"Decent hotel, small room but ideal for a short stay"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
"Staff were lovely and room very clean. I did get the smallest room but that was fine, did the job. Breakfast was OK but for the price I would expect a greater choice."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, London Heathrow
"Great location, with a McDonald’s next-door and a pub across the road, we had secure parking and our room was perfect after being on the road trip that day, and it was very convenient to drop the hire car up the road and get to terminal 5 to carry on our holiday."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
"Would not recommend at all, found the staff extremely unhelpful and inflexible. I recommend the Doubletree Tower Hill instead, it's quieter, often cheaper, and the service was excellent."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
"Not a fan of the fee for early check in, staff was kinda rude everytime I spoke to them, cafe closed early even though it was like a food restaurant as well so not really accessible, vending machine inside was SO expensive & hotel located in not the greatest area to go out in at night. Other than ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
"Nice location, walk to lots of tourist attractions"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Farringdon
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 London Transport Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.
City of Westminster
Big Ben and Trafalgar Square 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.
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.
Soho
Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.
