About London
London is one of the world's most visited cities, blending centuries of history with cutting-edge culture. From the Tower of London to the West End, free museums to royal parks, there's something for everyone. The River Thames runs through the heart of the city, and excellent public transport makes getting around easy.
Top attractions in and around London
- British Museum
- Tower of London
- Buckingham Palace
- London Eye
- Westminster Abbey
- Natural History Museum
- Hyde Park
- Covent Garden
- The Shard
- Camden Market
Getting there
Main train station: London King's Cross, St Pancras, Paddington, Victoria, Liverpool Street (multiple mainline termini)
Airport(s): Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, London City
Underground (Tube), Overground, Elizabeth line, buses and river services connect the city.
Top 10 hotels in London
The Savoy
Strand, London WC2R 0EZ
Legendary luxury hotel on the Strand with Thames views.
Claridge's
Brook Street, Mayfair, London W1K 4HR
Art Deco landmark in Mayfair, synonymous with British elegance.
The Ritz London
150 Piccadilly, London W1J 9BR
Iconic luxury hotel with afternoon tea in the Palm Court.
The Connaught
Carlos Place, Mayfair, London W1K 2AL
Discreet Mayfair luxury with acclaimed bars and dining.
The Langham London
1C Portland Place, London W1B 1JA
Grand Victorian hotel near Regent Street and Oxford Circus.
Ham Yard Hotel
1 Ham Yard, London W1D 7DT
Firmdale boutique hotel in the heart of Soho.
The Hoxton Holborn
199-206 High Holborn, London WC1V 7BD
Trendy hotel with a buzzing lobby and great location.
The Z Hotel Piccadilly
2 Orange Street, London WC2H 7DF
Compact, stylish rooms in the heart of the West End.
CitizenM London Bankside
20 Lavington Street, London SE1 0NZ
Modern, design-led hotel near Tate Modern.
The Resident Covent Garden
Earlham Street, London WC2H 9LX
Apartment-style rooms with kitchenettes near Covent Garden.