London City Centre Travel Guide

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London City Centre
Tower Bridge featuring a sunset, modern architecture and a bridge
St. James Park featuring heritage architecture and skyline
Covent Garden which includes street scenes and a city as well as a couple
Tower Bridge featuring a sunset, boating and a bridge

Iconic landmarks, a world-famous theater district, lively nightlife zones and superb shopping and art museums await in the heart of England’s capital city.

London City Centre is the place for round-the-clock attractions. Discover architectural masterpieces, browse first-class museum exhibits and catch a play. Go on a shopping spree and sample the vibrant nightlife scene. Visit London City Centre to explore several districts, each with their own unique history and character.

The bright lights of Leicester Square mark the center of the pulsating West End. Shop at the brandname and luxury outlets on Bond Street, Oxford Street and Regent Street. Theater lovers flock to venues, such as the Apollo Theatre and Sondheim Theatre, on Shaftesbury Avenue. Admire sublime art collections at The National Gallery and National Portrait Gallery, on emblematic Trafalgar Square.

Watch talented street performers on the cobblestone plaza of Covent Garden. This former fruit market is home to the London Film Museum and London Transport Museum. Peruse antique and craft stalls at Jubilee Market. Esteemed ballet and opera companies perform at the Royal Opera House.

Step into the heartbeat of the Swinging Sixties at the bars and boutiques of Carnaby Street. Soho and Chinatown are packed with drinking and dining options. Make your way to fashionable Bloomsbury and explore The British Museum. Egyptian mummies, the Parthenon Marbles and Rosetta Stone are highlights of the museum’s artifacts.

The City of London is both London’s financial core and a tourism paradise. Visit iconic landmarks, including St. Paul’s Cathedral, The Tower of London and Tower Bridge. Combine upmarket fashion with gourmet food at 14th-century Leadenhall Market.

Walk in the footsteps of politicians at the Houses of Parliament and gaze up at Big Ben in Westminster. See where British monarchs are crowned at 950-year-old Westminster Abbey. A stroll through laid-back and leafy St. James’s Park brings you to Buckingham Palace. Check the schedule for the entertaining Changing of the Guard ceremony.

Buses and London Underground trains travel around London City Centre. Cross the River Thames via historic bridges to the South Bank. This riverfront district is famous for the London Eye, Shakespeare’s Globe theater and Tate Modern, among other sights.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in London City Centre

Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹16,849 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
₹16,849
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,375 reviews)
"Great service! I will stay every time I go to London again."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Strand Palace Hotel
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹12,367 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
₹12,367
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (8,123 reviews)
Wouldn’t eat dinner again but would return
"Great views of the bridge paid for early check in so was great to access the room before heading to the theatre. Booked a table for dinner in the VU and the food was a little overpriced burger and chips for £21 the cocktails were nice but didn’t really taste much alcohol. The service charge was 13.5% ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street, London, England
The price is ₹9,527 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
₹9,527
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,155 reviews)
"Superb location ! Loved the rooms as well"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Royal National Hotel

Royal National Hotel

3 out of 5
38-51 Bedford Way, London, England
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,449 reviews)
"Great location but noisy street"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Royal National Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel, London Euston Square

Radisson Blu Hotel, London Euston Square

4 out of 5
130 Tottenham Court Road, London, England
The price is ₹14,362 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
₹14,362
per night
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,005 reviews)
"Very convenient to everything, ie transportation, pharmacy, food, clothing. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Bed in superior individual room was wonderfully comfortable. Liked all the tech outlets. Only issue was in the bathroom. Looked like rust or dirt around some of the floor attachments. ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, London Euston Square
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road, London, England
The price is ₹19,448 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
₹19,448
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,115 reviews)
"Excellent staff and clean and comfortable room."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
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Other neighbourhoods around London City Centre

Admiralty Arch showing heritage architecture

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.

St James
London showing heritage elements, markets and signage

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.

Covent Garden
Soho

Soho

Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.

Soho
London showing a bridge, a city and heritage architecture

Waterloo

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Waterloo. Check out top attractions like London Eye and Southbank Centre, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.

Waterloo
Victoria showing a city and heritage architecture

Westminster

While you're in Westminster, take in top sights like Big Ben and jump on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station to see more of the city.

Westminster
Mayfair

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.

Mayfair


London City Centre Travel Guide