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.
Big Ben
Arguably one of London’s most famous monuments, this prominent landmark is a national icon, adored by generations of Britons.
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.
Buckingham Palace
This luxury residence of the oldest royal family in the world is still a national icon, attracting thousands of visitors each year.
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.
Tower Bridge
A marvel of engineering, this iconic landmark has for centuries been at the forefront of London’s epic skyline.
Activities
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
Golden Tours Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with River Cruise
Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise
Our pick of the best Barnes Hotel Deals
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Wonderful hotel a courteous staff. I loved the location.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Royal National Hotel
The carpet was very dirty !
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Clean room, good shower, easy check-in and helpful staff
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
Professional, friendly helpful reception staff. Fully supported our requests. Restaurant staff not so friendly, but professional and prompt. Food was excellent (lunchtime menu)
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Clean room
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Royal Garden Hotel
Excellent
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barnes
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.
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 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.
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.
