From Buckingham Palace to the East End — we cover every hotel, Michelin restaurant, iconic landmark and world-class event in one of Earth's greatest cities.
From luxury suites overlooking Hyde Park to boutique B&Bs in Notting Hill, budget hostels in Shoreditch to historic townhouses near Covent Garden — find your perfect London base with best price guarantee.
Every borough of London tells a different story — from the royal grandeur of Westminster to the creative pulse of Shoreditch, the markets of Camden to the views from Greenwich.
From ancient royal palaces to cutting-edge galleries, from sprawling royal parks to the world's most famous clock tower — London's attractions never cease to amaze.
Few monuments capture the imagination like the Tower of London. Home to the Crown Jewels, the legendary Beefeaters, and enough royal drama to fill a library — this fortress has been palace, prison and treasury. Walk its medieval walls and feel centuries of history beneath your feet.
The official London residence of the British monarch, Buckingham Palace is one of the world's most recognisable buildings. Watch the iconic Changing of the Guard, stroll through neighbouring St James's Park, and tour the State Rooms in summer.
Gothic masterpiece where monarchs are crowned and buried — nearly 1,000 years of royal history.
Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece. Climb the dome for breathtaking views over the City of London.
Henry VIII's magnificent Tudor palace — explore the Great Hall, kitchens and famous hedge maze.
Home to Princess Diana and now William and Kate — stunning state apartments and fashion exhibitions.
The Rosetta Stone, Elgin Marbles and 8 million artefacts spanning 2 million years of human history.
The iconic blue whale skeleton, dinosaur fossils and Darwin's original specimens in a stunning Victorian building.
The world's greatest collection of art and design — fashion, jewellery, furniture, architecture and more.
Modern and contemporary art in a converted Bankside power station with stunning Thames views from the top.
London's most photographed bridge — walk the glass floor walkway 42m above the Thames for unforgettable views.
Western Europe's tallest building — 360° views from The View From The Shard on floors 68–72.
The Great Bell of the clock tower is the most famous sound in Britain. Tours of the Houses of Parliament available.
Free! London's highest public garden in the "Walkie Talkie" building — book tickets in advance on their website.
350 acres of royal park — Serpentine Lake, Speakers' Corner, outdoor concerts.
The world's largest antiques market — every Saturday in Notting Hill.
Eclectic, vibrant market with street food from around the world.
London's most famous food market — artisan cheeses, meats, breads since 1014.
Street performers, boutique shops, world-class opera and ballet at the Royal Opera House.
2,300 paintings from the 13th–19th century — da Vinci, Van Gogh, Rembrandt.
Stand on the Prime Meridian — longitude 0°. Stunning views over London.
Authentic reconstruction of the 1599 original — watch Shakespeare as it was meant to be seen.
Rockets, steam engines, the Apollo 10 capsule — brilliant for all ages.
London's Times Square — neon signs, the Eros statue, and gateway to the West End.
Nelson's Column, the Fourth Plinth and the National Gallery on London's grandest square.
The world's only surviving tea clipper — a jaw-dropping Victorian merchant ship in Greenwich.
Wild woodland and swimming ponds with the most romantic London skyline views from Parliament Hill.
The world's greatest collection of British art from 1500 to the present — free entry.
One of the world's most treasured and recognisable concert venues — catch the BBC Proms in summer.
The underground bunker where Churchill directed Britain's war effort — utterly fascinating.
Europe's busiest shopping street — Selfridges, John Lewis, and 300 more shops.
London Zoo, Queen Mary's Rose Garden, and open-air theatre in the heart of the city.
Europe's largest multi-arts venue — architecture, cinema, music, theatre and tropical conservatory.
London's largest Royal Park — over 600 wild deer roam freely through ancient woodland.
From suites at the Savoy overlooking the Thames to boutique rooms in Notting Hill, and design hotels in Shoreditch — London's hotel scene is unmatched.
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From legendary five-star institutions to stylish boutique stays, London's hotel scene caters to every taste and budget — from under £60 to over £1,000 a night.
London's most iconic hotel since 1889. Art deco and Edwardian grandeur on the Thames — the Beaufort Bar is a must.
The Art Deco jewel of Mayfair. A favourite of royalty and celebrities for generations — afternoon tea is legendary.
Synonymous with luxury and style since 1906. The Palm Court's afternoon tea is the most famous in the world.
Overlooking Hyde Park, this legendary hotel has hosted everyone from Winston Churchill to Elizabeth Taylor.
Sky-high luxury in Western Europe's tallest building. The GONG bar's views are simply without comparison.
An Edwardian palace opposite Hyde Park, with Heston Blumenthal's Dinner restaurant in house.
A 1924 former bank transformed into London's most exciting hotel — 9 restaurants, rooftop pool, spa and members' club.
Stylish, affordable and right in the heart of Shoreditch. Famous for its cosy lobbies and buzzing neighbourhood feel.
Firmdale's spectacular Soho hotel — a hidden village in the heart of London with a private garden, cinema and bowling alley.
A grand Edwardian landmark near Covent Garden — spectacular spa, the Mirror Room restaurant, and beautiful English courtyard.
The most spectacular Victorian Gothic hotel in the world — a fairy-tale building on the Eurostars platform.
Kit Kemp's iconic Firmdale hotel in London's most vibrant neighbourhood — bold design, two private cinemas.
Sleek, smart rooms with king beds and powerful showers — right by the Tower of London.
A Victorian Gothic landmark opposite Russell Square — bold interiors and great restaurant.
The original Ace Hotel outside the US — creative, cool, and central to London's art scene.
London's oldest hotel — Oscar Wilde was a regular. Charming, classic English elegance near Bond Street.
Eccentric aunt's attic meets boutique hotel — extraordinary cocktail bars and individually themed rooms.
Reliable, comfortable and affordable — right on the South Bank near Borough Market and the Tate Modern.
London's coolest budget hostel — vibrant bar, private rooms available, brilliant location near the British Museum.
Britain's first railway hotel, beautifully restored — an intimate, curved building with exceptional food and cocktails.
Unique, art-filled boutique hotel near Chelsea — each room designed by a different artist, with a brilliant bar.
London is now widely considered the world's most exciting food city — Michelin stars, street food revolutionaries, ancient chop houses and world cuisines all coexist brilliantly.
Brett Graham's outstanding tasting menu — one of London's finest tables and consistently perfect.
The most Instagrammable restaurant in London — the pink Gallery room is extraordinary. Outrageous, joyful, brilliant.
The finest Indian restaurant in Britain — Raj-era glamour and game dishes that'll change how you think about Indian food.
Isaac McHale's landmark restaurant in Shoreditch Town Hall — British ingredients at their most exciting and inventive.
James Lowe's stripped-back, seasonal British tasting menu in a converted tea warehouse — supremely confident cooking.
Atul Kochhar's modern Indian cooking in the heart of Mayfair — expect bold spices and beautiful presentation.
Glamorous, sexy and utterly delicious — dim sum and Cantonese dishes in a stunning underground space.
One of only a handful of restaurants to hold 3 Michelin stars in the UK — flawless classical French cooking.
London's oldest restaurant — game, pies and puddings in Victorian splendour. Churchill, Dickens and Gielgud all ate here.
Grand Victorian dining room famous for its silver trolley carving roasts — the most British meal in London.
The finest fish restaurant in London — beloved by theatre-goers for over 100 years. Oysters and Dover sole perfection.
Ian Fleming's favourite restaurant — glamorous, see-and-be-seen dining room with the finest champagne and lobster.
Paying homage to the Irani cafés of old Bombay — the black daal and bacon naan roll are life-changing. Queues always worth it.
The best steak restaurant in Britain — old Longhorn beef, incredible cocktails and proper sticky toffee pudding.
London's most queued-for restaurant — handmade pasta at unbelievably reasonable prices. The pici cacio e pepe is legendary.
Yotam Ottolenghi's vibrant, vegetable-forward cooking — every dish sings with colour, spice and freshness.
Pillowy steamed buns with exceptional fillings — the Confit Pork Bao has become a London icon.
Brilliant affordable steak restaurant — one cut, perfectly cooked, with creamed spinach and shoestring fries.
Fergus Henderson's revolutionary restaurant — whole animal cooking, bone marrow and parsley salad is a London pilgrimage.
London's finest tapas — no reservations so queue early. Every single dish is extraordinary.
A love letter to regional Italian cooking — dishes change daily based on different regions of Italy.
London's pioneering Peruvian restaurant — ceviche, tiraditos and pisco sours in a vibrant South American atmosphere.
Open-fire cooking meets Middle Eastern spices — the charred cauliflower and shawarma are the stuff of London legend.
Robata-grilled dishes and contemporary Japanese in a buzzing open-kitchen restaurant — knockout black cod.
Wildly vibrant modern Israeli cooking — sit at the counter and watch the chefs perform. Every bite is a revelation.
Smoky, fiery, funky Thai BBQ — whole roasted meats, fermented fish sauce and ear-tingling chillies.
Jeremy Lee's magnificent Soho brasserie — the smoked eel sandwich and game dishes are quintessentially brilliant British.
London is one of the greatest sports cities on Earth — Premier League football every weekend, Wimbledon in summer, cricket at Lord's and the Oval, and rugby at Twickenham.
One of the Premier League's most atmospheric grounds — 60,000 fans in the heart of Holloway, North London. Booking a match-weekend hotel nearby is essential.
Premier League giants in Fulham, West London — one of the most storied clubs in English football history with a passionate fanbase.
The most spectacular stadium in the Premier League — state-of-the-art 62,000-capacity arena in Tottenham, with retractable grass pitch.
The greatest tennis tournament in the world — strawberries and cream, grass courts and Centre Court drama. Book hotels in Wimbledon or Southfields up to a year in advance.
The Home of Cricket in St John's Wood — watching an England Test at Lord's is a quintessential British summer experience with the iconic slope and the Pavilion.
Surrey's famous ground in Kennington, South London — often hosts the final Ashes Test, a gas holder and brilliant atmosphere define this venue.
The home of English rugby in Twickenham, Southwest London — the world's largest dedicated rugby union stadium. Six Nations and Autumn Internationals are unmissable.
One of the world's most famous sporting rivalries — the two universities race 6.8km along the Thames from Putney to Mortlake every spring. Free to watch from the riverbank.
One of the world's greatest marathon courses — 50,000 runners pass through Greenwich, the Tower of London, Canary Wharf and finish on The Mall. Book hotels months ahead.
The home of English football — 90,000-capacity national stadium for England internationals, FA Cup Finals and major concerts. The arch is one of London's most iconic modern structures.
London's transport network is vast — the Tube (Underground) is the backbone of the city.
London is expensive but many of its best experiences are free.
London is a year-round destination — but each season has its character.