Harefield Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Grand Union Canal near South Harefield Taken from the London Loop/Colne Valley Trail footpath.
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Grand Union Canal near South Harefield Taken from the London Loop/Colne Valley Trail footpath.
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West Hyde The lake is a former gravel pit in the valley of the River Colne, now flooded and used for recreational purposes, such as sailing, fishing, and wildlife observation. A look at the 1940s Ordnance Survey map shows the land in the valley is undisturbed, so the gravel pits must have been excavated after the Second World War.
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Canal with houses on Jacks Lane View from towpath bridge over the spillway from the canal to the River Colne. The houses have a frontage onto Jacks Lane, and gardens with moorings on the canal.
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River Colne: Overspill weir from the Grand Union Canal. The Grand Union Canal is beyond the towpath footbridge on the red girder on the right. Water flows out of the canal, under the footbridge, and over the weir into the River Colne.
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The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is AU$223 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$223
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (9,270 reviews)
Beautiful views, lovely bar and restaurant and friendly staff

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Royal National Hotel

Royal National Hotel

3 out of 5
38-51 Bedford Way London England
The price is AU$193 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$193
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,021 reviews)
Stayed in a superior twin room on the 5th floor, which was clean and comfortable, with a walk-in shower (important because I have mobility issues). It was on the small side but not cramped. The decor seemed to be fairly new and in good shape, of a dark gray neutral sort. Staff on check-in were friendly, ...

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Royal National Hotel
The Royal Horseguards, London

The Royal Horseguards, London

4 out of 5
2 Whitehall Court London England
The price is AU$349 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$349
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,090 reviews)
room was lovely comfy and very clean and tidu

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

The Royal Horseguards, London
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Rockwell East

Rockwell East

4 out of 5
99 Mansell Street London England
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (793 reviews)
Staff are always great, perfect location when I need to stay in town

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Rockwell East
Citadines Holborn-Covent Garden London

Citadines Holborn-Covent Garden London

4 out of 5
94-99 High Holborn London England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,235 reviews)
Fantastic stay! The room was much bigger than expected, had everything we needed for a short stay. Great location and couldn’t fault the staff

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Citadines Holborn-Covent Garden London
Citadines Trafalgar Square London

Citadines Trafalgar Square London

4 out of 5
18/21 Northumberland Avenue London England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,749 reviews)
Location was great. Free hot drinks and water in the foyer was great.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Citadines Trafalgar Square London
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Popular places to visit

Hyde Park which includes a garden, a city and a pond

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.

Hyde Park
Big Ben which includes heritage architecture, a monument and a city

Big Ben

Arguably one of London’s most famous monuments, this prominent landmark is a national icon, adored by generations of Britons.

Big Ben
O2 Arena which includes modern architecture

O2 Arena

Attend music and sports events, see a movie or go bowling in one of the busiest arenas in the world, situated inside this iconic dome by the River Thames.

O2 Arena
Tower Bridge showing night scenes, a bridge and a river or creek

Tower Bridge

A marvel of engineering, this iconic landmark has for centuries been at the forefront of London’s epic skyline.

Tower Bridge
London Bridge showing a city

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.

London Bridge
Buckingham Palace featuring château or palace, heritage architecture and a city

Buckingham Palace

This luxury residence of the oldest royal family in the world is still a national icon, attracting thousands of visitors each year.

Buckingham Palace

Activities

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional River Cruise

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

AU$48
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
The London Pass® and The London Pass® Plus: Save up to 50 Percent

The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

AU$154
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

AU$63
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket
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Cities near Harefield

Still within London, this lido is perfect for families. Man made beach around a lake, with a water park for children to run around in, a miniature railway, a cafe and ice cream palour...and a pub the other side of the water. #LifeAtExpedia

Ruislip

Piccadilly Circus featuring a city, city views and street scenes

London

Narrowboat leaving Uxbridge Lock

Uxbridge

Spotted these beautiful silk like poppies in my local park. Always in awe at the natural beauty to be found so close to home. #nature #natureatitsbest

Northwood