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.
Wembley Stadium
Catch an event at Wembley Stadium during your trip to Wembley. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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.
Buckingham Palace
This luxury residence of the oldest royal family in the world is still a national icon, attracting thousands of visitors each year.
Tower Bridge
A marvel of engineering, this iconic landmark has for centuries been at the forefront of London’s epic skyline.
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.
Activities
Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Guided Tour of London
From London: White Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip
London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise
London Eye River Cruise Tickets
Changing of the Guard Walking Tour in London
Our pick of the best Balham Hotel Deals
Strand Palace Hotel
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The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
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Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
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Park Plaza London Riverbank
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Royal National Hotel
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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 Kensington High Street and Natural History 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 Trafalgar Square 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 High Street and Kensington Church 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.
St James
St James is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Piccadilly Circus or St. James's Square.
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- More holiday ideas
- London Sewing Machine Museum
- Hyde Park
- Wembley Stadium
- Piccadilly Circus
- Buckingham Palace
- Tower Bridge
- O2 Arena
- Big Ben
- London Eye
- Trafalgar Square
- London Bridge
- Tower of London
- The British Museum
- Oxford Street
- Leicester Square
- Marble Arch
- ExCeL Exhibition Centre
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Kensington High Street
- The Shard
- Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
- Westminster Abbey
- Hampton Court Palace
- Finsbury Park
- Westfield London Shopping Centre
- Westfield Stratford City
- Royal Albert Hall
- Natural History Museum
- Thorpe Park
- Covent Garden Market
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