Sydenham 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.
Big Ben
The timeless time-piece that has rung out over the Thames, Parliament and central London for 150 years.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Sydenham
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Clean room, early check in available for an additional fee, great staff.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Clean room, great shower, good cafe in the basement, fabulous location, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Royal National Hotel
Spacious room, great location and close to amenities
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
Not sure the ac was working
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Lovely staff. Big room and very comfortable.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
The Royal Horseguards, London
The hotel is beautiful. Staff were very helpful. We throughly enjoyed the breakfast.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sydenham
Canary Wharf
Canary Wharf is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Museum of London Docklands and Thames River. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station.
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 Southbank Centre, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.
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.
City of Westminster
Big Ben and Trafalgar Square 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.
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.
Chelsea
Museums, theatres and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Chelsea. Sights like Royal Hospital Chelsea and Sloane Square are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater London area at Sloane Square Underground Station.
