Visit Shaftesbury
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.
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.
London Bridge
Known for its association with a well-known nursery rhyme, this iconic bridge has existed in various forms for more than 2,000 years.
London Eye
London's cityscape was made to be peered at from above – and the London Eye does that for you in style, with its grand slow circular trip into the city's sky.
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.
Top hotels in Shaftesbury
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Staff good and helpful, room clean. Was very disappointed that there wasn’t any Tea and Coffee making facilities in the room
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Strand Palace Hotel
Was very pleased with the service in all aspects - well done strand palace
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
It was simple to check-in but it was very noisy in teh foyer and it was difficult to hear reception as they told me about the hotel. My room was an 'interior' room which meant that it was in the inner atrium side, and the room was really dark. I sometimes wish that hotels had a main large light in ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
All good.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Royal Garden Hotel
Room was spotless and staff very courteous. Shower was absolutely fantastic
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Ibis budget London Heathrow Central
Was great breakfast, we were in a disable room it seemed well equipped and easy accessible. The staff were very friendly and suporting.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Shaftesbury
Chelsea
Museums, theatres and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Chelsea. Sights like Royal Hospital Chelsea and Saatchi Gallery are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater London area at Sloane Square 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 Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum, and jump on the metro at South Kensington Underground Station or Gloucester Road Underground Station to see more of the city.
City of Westminster
Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus 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.
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.
Kensington
Kensington High Street and Design Museum 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.
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.
Shaftesbury Travel Guide
- Hyde Park
- Tower Bridge
- O2 Arena
- London Bridge
- London Eye
- Buckingham Palace
- Trafalgar Square
- Piccadilly Circus
- Wembley Stadium
- Big Ben
- Tower of London
- The British Museum
- Oxford Street
- ExCeL Exhibition Centre
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Leicester Square
- Marble Arch
- Kensington High Street
- Liverpool Street
- The Shard
- Westminster Abbey
- Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
- Westfield London Shopping Centre
- Royal Albert Hall
- Natural History Museum
- Covent Garden Market
- Stamford Bridge Stadium
- Emirates Stadium
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