Barnes 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.
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.
Buckingham Palace
This luxury residence of the oldest royal family in the world is still a national icon, attracting thousands of visitors each year.
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
Our pick of the best Barnes Hotel Deals
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
The breakfast was great, and the room had everything advertised, but the coffee machine didn't work at all – which I reported to reception, and they didn't fix. The floor was carpeted and simply dirty. £300 for two nights with a view of Tower Bridge should have been in a nicer room. Such a high price ...
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
Fantastic location, great staff, and the rooms were clean. Walls were a bit thin as I could hear folks in the hallways.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
The room was large and had a great view. The bed was comfortable and the shower was great! The location of this hotel is really perfect. I was so easy to get to many parts of the city either by walking or taking the Waterloo station which is a short walk from the hotel.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
A bed for the night with a good shower. Convenient location. Otherwise no redeeming features. The closest thing to a youth hostel masquerading as a hotel. But what we expected.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court
Our room was very small - we walked into the bed, and had no where to store luggage except for under the bed. I would upgrade to a larger room here, or go to the nearby Brit Hotels.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Royal Garden Hotel
The gym was dark and could be cleaner. Some broken equipment
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barnes
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.
Notting Hill
Notting Hill is highly notable for its beautiful gardens, and you might want to visit top sights like Portobello Road Market and Westbourne Grove. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Holland Park Underground Station or Ladbroke Grove 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.
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.
Paddington
Paddington Central and The Grosvenor Victoria Casino London are top sights in Paddington, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Paddington Underground Station or Edgware Road (Bakerloo) Underground Station to see more sights in the area.
Mayfair
Travellers love Mayfair for its popular shops, and you can see more of London by jumping on the metro at Bond Street Underground Station or Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Oxford Street and Bond Street.
