Carnaby Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Carnaby Street
Shop, dine and drink at this pedestrian-only street made famous the world over by musicians and socialites during the Swinging London era of the 1960s.
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.
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.
Activities
From London: Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
Golden Tours Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with River Cruise
Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket
Our pick of the best Carnaby Hotel Deals
Strand Palace Hotel
"Hotel Is in a great position to view a lot of london. Clean, My only gripe is the bed did not have a ridged edge which made it very soft on the edge which was very disconcerting when you got near the edge. And the bed being against the wall is tricky to get out of when your older. We didnt go to ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Mason & Fifth - Westbourne Park
"Nice friendly staff and lovely lounge area food was really good and the room was really nice only thing missing was a mirror near a plug for doing hair.. Also bed very small but made up for being comfy and nice bedding."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
"We did not get the room we booked! Witch was important to us."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
"This hotel is true to its advertising. There really are fantastic views of the Tower Bridge from both the rooms and the restaurant. It is convenient to the Tower of London and not too far from an underground station. The staff are helpful and we were very pleased with the room. Food at the upstairs ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel
"Very good place to stay if you are flying out of Heathrow. There is a shuttle bus to Terminals 2&3 which comes about every 30 minutes. The gym is well kept. There are two pretty good restaurants and a coffee shop."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
"The room was not ventilated well."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carnaby
Soho
Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.
West End
Piccadilly Circus and Oxford Street are a few top attractions in West End. Hop around the city on the metro at Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station or Oxford Circus Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
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.
London City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Piccadilly Circus and Big Ben are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.
Covent Garden
The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or London Transport Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.
Fitzrovia
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oxford Street to Tottenham Court Road – discover Fitzrovia, a destination also famous for its shopping.
