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Victoria and Albert Museum
The world’s largest museum of decorative arts and design houses over 4.5 million objects of permanent collection.
Distance From Hotel: 700 m 9 mins 8 mins 4 minsGet Directions -
Kensington Palace
Fit for a Duchess, the palace is home to the British Royal Family including Prince William and Kate Middleton.
Distance From Hotel: 1.5 km 19 mins 16 mins 8 minsGet Directions -
The Science Museum
The most visited science and technology museum in Europe has more than 15,000 objects on display, including the world famous Apollo 10 command capsule.
Distance From Hotel: 850 m 11 mins 9 mins 4 minsGet Directions -
Buckingham Palace
The official London residence of Britain’s sovereigns since 1837 is also their principal workplace today. Westminster Abbey: Featuring a mix of architectural styles, the Gothic monastery church is the traditional place of coronation and burial for English monarchs.
Distance From Hotel: 3.2 km 41 mins 19 mins 8 minsGet Directions -
House of Parliament
Watch committee hearings or take a tour inside one of the world’s most iconic buildings.
Distance From Hotel: 3.5 km 45 mins 30 mins 12 minsGet Directions -
The British Museum
Dedicated to human history and culture, the museum houses a vast collection of world art and artefacts.
Distance From Hotel: 5.1 km 1 h 6 mins 29 mins 15 minsGet Directions -
Trafalgar Square
A must-see for visitors, the largest square in London is home to Nelson’s Column, iconic stone lions and the famous Fourth Plinth.
Distance From Hotel: 4.3 km 55 mins 21 mins 11 minsGet Directions -
London Eye
Enjoy views of up to 40km on board Europe’s tallest observation wheel.
Distance From Hotel: 5 km 1 h 5 mins 20 mins 15 minsGet Directions -
Covent Garden
With 13 theatres, over 60 pubs and bars, the market has long been associated with entertainment and shopping and is well loved for the street performances.
Distance From Hotel: 4.7 km 1 h 1 min 23 mins 14 minsGet Directions -
The National Gallery
The art museum on the Trafalgar Square houses over 2300 paintings dating from the mid-13th century to 1900.
Distance From Hotel: 4.3 km 55 mins 20 mins 12 minsGet Directions -
Leicester Square
Sitting in the entertainment heart of London, the London square is the site of most British film premiers, surrounded by clubs and bars.
Distance From Hotel: 4.1km 54mins 22mins 12minsGet Directions -
Kensington Gardens
Home to the popular Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground, the Royal Park is a garden planted with formal avenues of magnificent trees and ornamental flower beds.
Distance From Hotel: 1.6 km 20 mins 15 mins 5 minGet Directions -
Hyde Park
Well-known for its Speakers’ Corner, the park is one of the London’s eight Royal Parks.
Distance From Hotel: 2.5 km 31 mins 24 mins 9 minsGet Directions -
St James’ Park
Become part of nature or watch the world go by in this park that is surrounded by London’s most famous landmarks including Buckingham Palace and Westminster.
Distance From Hotel: 3.9 km 50 mins 11 mins 10 minsGet Directions -
Regent’s Park
With more than 30,000 roses of 400 varieties, the Royal Park has excellent sports facilities making it the largest outdoor sports area in central London.
Distance From Hotel: 4.7 km 1 h 1 mins 31 mins 14 minsGet Directions -
Green Park
The smallest of London’s eight Royal Parks, this is a popular spot for picnics and sunbathing in fine weather.
Distance From Hotel: 3.1 km 41 mins 18 mins 8 minsGet Directions -
Richmond Park
The largest of London’s Royal Parks, the National Nature Reserve is home to 630 red and fallow deer.
Distance From Hotel: 11.1 km 2 h 19 mins 1 h 14 mins 20 minsGet Directions -
CoCo Momo
Whether it is for breakfast, lunch or dinner, the café bar is set to tantalize your taste buds while keeping the prices reasonable.
Distance From Hotel: 450 m 6 mins 6 mins 2 minsGet Directions -
Maggie Jones
Be it for the cosy, rustic and romantic ambience or the traditional and classics dishes, this place has been a favourite haunt among the locals for decades.
Distance From Hotel: 1.4 km 18 min 10 min 4 minGet Directions -
Kensington Place
For great seafood served in the heart of London’s Notting Hill.
Distance From Hotel: 1.6 km 20 mins 14 mins 6 minsGet Directions -
Kitchen W8
The Michelin-starred restaurant serves good food and wine well-loved by local and travellers alike
Distance From Hotel: 6.1 km 1 h 18 mins 41 mins 25 minsGet Directions -
Tom’s Kitchen
For those who desire classic European food offering fresh British produce, served in a boutique setting.
Distance From Hotel: 1.3 km 16 mins 13 mins 5 minsGet Directions -
Dinner by Heston Blumenthal
The Michelin-starred restaurant is the world’s 5th best restaurant.
Distance From Hotel: 1.9 km 25 mins 17 mins 6 minsGet Directions -
Royal Albert Hall
Classical music, rock, pop and jazz, sporting events, galas, banquets, world-famous proms and more have taken place within this concert hall that was built since 1941. Check out http://www.royalalberthall.com/
Distance From Hotel: 950 m 12 mins 10 mins 4 minsGet Directions -
Royal Opera House
The arts venue in Covent Garden is the place to watch and learn about world-class opera, music, ballet and dance.
Distance From Hotel: 4.8 km 1 h 2 mins 25 mins 14 minsGet Directions -
Royal National Theatre
Alongside the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal Opera House, the theatre has seen numerous notable productions since 1963.
Distance From Hotel: 6 km 1 h 17 mins 34 mins 14 minsGet Directions -
The South Bank Centre
The Europe’s largest centre for the arts offers 21 acres of creative space along River Thames.
Distance From Hotel: 5.4 km 1 h 10 mins 25 mins 16 minsGet Directions -
Hammersmith Apollo
Many noteworthy performances and live concert productions have taken place at this entertainment venue.
Distance From Hotel: 1.8 km 22 mins 20 mins 5 minsGet Directions -
London Theatreland
The London West End shows, musicals, plays, comedies, dances and concerts are all happening here at the Theatreland.
Distance From Hotel: 4.5 km 58 mins 18 mins 12 minsGet Directions -
SEA Life London Aquarium
Home to one of Europe’s largest collections of global marine life, here you can stroll under a Tropical Ocean along a stunning glass tunnel walkway.
Distance From Hotel: 5.1 km 1 h 5 mins 25 mins 14 minsGet Directions -
Kensington Roof Top
London’s only rooftop nightclub, the venue simply shines with glamour when night comes.
Distance From Hotel: 700m 9 mins 9 mins 3 minsGet Directions -
Raffles Nightclub
Established in 1967, this is one of the most prestigious and best loved private clubs in town.
Distance From Hotel: 1.4 km 17 mins 15 mins 4 minsGet Directions -
Sketch Nightclub
Experience the Mayfair mansion in any of its two bars and two restaurants, and savour great wines amidst a style crowd as you become bedazzled by the ambience.
Distance From Hotel: 3.9 km 50 mins 22 mins 11 minsGet Directions -
Annabel’s Club
One of the most elegant in its class, the club has more history than any other London nightclub and the food remains very much popular among the Londoners.
Distance From Hotel: 3.3 km 42 mins 22 mins 9 minsGet Directions -
Mahiki nightclub
One of London’s most popular clubs, the place is well-known for its celebrity clientele.
Distance From Hotel: 3.3 km 43 mins 19 mins 9 minsGet Directions -
Boujis Nightclub
Be part of the hottest crowds in town in a night of glamorous debauchery.
Distance From Hotel: 650 m 8 mins 5 mins 3 minsGet Directions -
Boat and Pedalo Hire
Have fun boating on the Serpentine in Hyde Park during summer or take a ride on the UK’s first Solarshuttle that is powered by the sun
Distance From Hotel: 4.8 km 1 h 3 mins 34 mins 22 minsGet Directions -
Hyde Park Stables
For horse riding and horse riding lessons right in central London
Distance From Hotel: 2.4 km 31 mins 18 mins 12 minsGet Directions -
Twickenham
Home to the England rugby team, the stadium seats an impressive 82,000 spectators.
Distance From Hotel: 13.3 km 2 h 45 mins 52 mins 22 minsGet Directions -
Wembley Stadium
The world class stadium has been home to the England football teams since it was opened in 2007.
Distance From Hotel: 11.6 km 2 h 26 mins 55 mins 24 minsGet Directions -
Emirates Stadium
The third-largest football stadium is the home of Arsenal Football Club.
Distance From Hotel: 10 km 2 h 7 mins 37 mins 26 minsGet Directions -
Stanford Bridge
This football stadium is the home ground of Chelsea Football Club.
Distance From Hotel: 2.4 km 29 mins 16 mins 6 minsGet Directions -
Selfridges
One of the world’s finest department stores in the world, Selfridges dominates the west end of Oxford Street catering to the needs of every shopper and is a place to be seen for the label-conscious.
Distance From Hotel: 4.3 km 55 mins 24 mins 14 minsGet Directions -
Harrods
An upmarket department store that is well-loved for its food hall.
Distance From Hotel: 1.4 km 18 mins 14 mins 5 minsGet Directions -
Harvey Nichols
For designer fashion, beauty buys, food and wine.
Distance From Hotel: 4.5 km 58 mins 19 mins 14 minsGet Directions -
Liberty
For luxury goods, famous gifting, homeware brands and art fabrics.
Distance From Hotel: 4.5 km 52 mins 24 mins 13 minsGet Directions -
Fortnum & Mason
A unique and beautiful department store well-known for high quality good, fine foods, hampers, teas and wine.
Distance From Hotel: 2.8 miles 58 mins 19 mins 12 minsGet Directions -
Along Sloan Street, Bond Street and Kensington Church Street
The place to scout for art pieces, antiques and tiny crafts.
Distance From Hotel: 4.5 km 58 mins 18 mins 5 minsGet Directions -
Portobello and Bermondsey
If you are looking for something unique, this is the perfect place for antiques, special pieces and surprise finds!
Distance From Hotel: 8.3 km 1 h 46 mins 37 mins 19 minsGet Directions
