Balham Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Buckingham Palace
This luxury residence of the oldest royal family in the world is still a national icon, attracting thousands of visitors each year.
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.
Tower Bridge
A marvel of engineering, this iconic landmark has for centuries been at the forefront of London’s epic skyline.
Piccadilly Circus
This bustling, energetic area of London has been likened to Times Square in the US. It's also the perfect place to start your London sightseeing adventure.
Big Ben
Arguably one of London’s most famous monuments, this prominent landmark is a national icon, adored by generations of Britons.
Activities
LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort Tickets
London Eye Experience & River Cruise Tickets
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
Best of London: Tower of London, Cruise, St. Paul's & London-Eye upgrade
Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise
Our pick of the best Balham Hotel Deals
Strand Palace Hotel
Generally good after a very slow queue for check-in (20 minutes). Friendly and attentive staff (although not quite enough of them?). Food great and cocktail bar fine. One of the main lobby lifts kept malfunctioning- nobody on had to fix it? - so there were some long waits there too (minimum 5 minutes ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
A lovely hotel, with fantastic views of either the Tower Bridge or the docks. However, staff at the contact centre and hotel were unhelpful and at times rude.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court
Great area
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Great location. Fantastic room. Staff was friendly and very helpful
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Clean, affordable, cute but too small, only good for a quick weekend stay but not to stay long, they only clean the room every four days, no amenities, taking a shower was annoying, you can easily flood your bathroom/room. no tv but staff for friendly and always willing to help.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Royal Garden Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Balham
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.
South Kensington
Known for its fascinating museums and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in South Kensington. Check out top attractions like Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum, and jump on the metro at South Kensington Underground Station or Gloucester Road 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.
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.
Kensington
Kensington Roof Gardens and Kensington High Street are a few top attractions in Kensington. Hop around the city on the metro at High Street Kensington Station or Notting Hill Gate Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, beautiful gardens and charming cafes.
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.
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