North Kensington 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.
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.
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.
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?
Big Ben
The timeless time-piece that has rung out over the Thames, Parliament and central London for 150 years.
Top hotels in North Kensington
Strand Palace Hotel
We loved the location of this hotel, it was walking distance to theaters and many top restaurants. The staff were always helpful and friendly. However, it needs some serious maintenance work. The shower never drained right, the second day we had to turn off the water three times in the middle of ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
The service is very bad.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
The hotel was nice and location was great for a London tourist as it was close to many attractions I was disappointed in the concierge as he made empty promises to take care of some basic requests
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Much better than expected based on reviews I had seen. No issues at all. Friendly staff at check in (although it's all done on an iPad but you need your booking ref which you don't get from Expedia). Room did what you needed. Good shower, nice bed. No TV but I was barely in the room and no hairdryer ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Mason & Fifth - Westbourne Park
Mason and Fifth Westbourne Park was a VIBE! Location is great, the rooms and amenities*chefs kiss*. I can't wait to return!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
a&o London Docklands Riverside
Lovely hotel, great location. Only negative, no tea making facilities in the room.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Kensington
Notting Hill
Notting Hill is highly notable for its beautiful gardens, and you might want to visit top sights like Portobello Road Market and Westbourne Grove. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Holland Park Underground Station or Ladbroke Grove Underground Station.
Kensington
Kensington High Street and Kensington Roof Gardens are a few top attractions in Kensington. Hop around the city on the metro at High Street Kensington Station or Notting Hill Gate Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, beautiful gardens and charming cafes.
Paddington
Paddington Central and The Grosvenor Victoria Casino London are top sights in Paddington, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Paddington Underground Station or Edgware Road (Bakerloo) Underground Station to see more sights in the area.
South Kensington
Known for its fascinating museums and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in South Kensington. Check out top attractions like Kensington High Street and Natural History Museum, and jump on the metro at South Kensington Underground Station or Gloucester Road Underground Station to see more of the city.
Marylebone
Marylebone is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Oxford Street and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Baker Street Station or Marylebone Underground Station.
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.
