Shirley 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Shirley
Strand Palace Hotel
"We love the convenient location on the Strand - closeby to Covent Garden’s - surrounded by amenities for shopping - dining - theatres- the staff and check in experience are wonderful. Very friendly and helpful. Food Restaurant Bar Underground tube - railway - and bus route - 91 to/from Kings Cross- ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Mason & Fifth - Westbourne Park
"Excellent throughout"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
"Excellent breakfast and location is exceptional."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
"Staff was very helpful,breakfast was good"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel
"Great location with wonderful runway views at LHR for those with an interest in aviation. Comfortable rooms and beds and a good shower, once you figure out how to operate it. Rooms lack a USB charger point, so bring a plug phone charger. Wifi is good. Food is good in the evening and also for breakfast. ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
"Absolutely horrible. They claim minimalism in their style, it's more minimal in what we can do to support you as a patron. Asked for help with the check-in since self check-in couldn't locate our name. The gentleman on the floor basically kept dismissing us. After being awake 27 hours was frustrating ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shirley
Canary Wharf
Canary Wharf is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Thames River and Crossrail Place Roof Garden. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station.
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 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.
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 Royal Festival Hall, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
