Farringdon Travel Guide
London
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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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
The 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 Farringdon
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Nice hotel, comfy room, good location but a walk from the nearest tube. VERY busy and crowded in reception. Half of reception was boarded off as doung some renovation.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
The whole place was clean and well maintained and staffed. He staff were very professional and courteous. Some even went the extra mile. I had a problem which I'm sure wouldn't bother everyone but I was given a new room and not made feel bad about it. The staff were excellent. It's situated in the ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Really lovely staff, reception smelt amazing, room was clean and tidy.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
President Hotel
GREAT location and once they changed our rooms from a view of the trash bins, the park view was nice. The interior of the hotel is dark… kind of grim. Hotel is clean, quiet at night, and the beds were very comfortable. We only had breakfast and dinner there once during our 6-night stay. Both were ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Our room with four double beds worked for four of us for one night. It was clean but the air con didn't work properly. The shower was excellent. Would consider staying again with a group of friends.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington
The elevator’s were out of service. The hotel needs more staff to help the customers.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Farringdon
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.
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.
Kings Cross St. Pancras
Kings Cross St. Pancras is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like St Pancras Chambers and British Library. See more of London by jumping on the metro at King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station.
Bloomsbury
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Bloomsbury. Check out top attractions like The British Museum and Oxford Street, and jump on the metro at Euston Square Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station to see more of the city.
Shoreditch
Shoreditch High St and Brick Lane are top sights in Shoreditch, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Shoreditch High Street Overground Station or Old Street Underground Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
