Preston Travel Guide
London
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
Top hotels in Preston
Strand Palace Hotel
A few small problems with the room but they were dealt with quickly and efficiently Room was quite small with little storage space. We were glad we didn’t have large cases and many clothes.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
First time staying here, location is great! The rooms are slightly dated but didn’t make the stay any less enjoyable. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
The Drey
Loved the customer service as it was exceptional.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Royal National Hotel
Extremely satisfied with the hospitality and excellent service all around. I would recommend your hotel and I will be back again soon. Thank you for your service
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Easy/quick check-in (although you have to pay extra for early checkin which really isn’t a new concept), extremely clean both common areas and rooms, daily room housekeeping which isn’t the norm nowadays, centrally located to a lot of things (the Eye, Big Ben, Westminster etc.). I would definitely ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
The Royal Horseguards, London
Great location and staff
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Preston
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
