Carnaby Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Carnaby Street featuring heritage architecture, a square or plaza and shopping

Popular places to visit

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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.

Carnaby Street
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Hyde Park

4.5/5(627 reviews)

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.

Hyde Park
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Buckingham Palace

4.5/5(518 reviews)

This luxury residence of the oldest royal family in the world is still a national icon, attracting thousands of visitors each year.

Buckingham Palace
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Big Ben

3.5/5(485 reviews)

Arguably one of London’s most famous monuments, this prominent landmark is a national icon, adored by generations of Britons.

Big Ben
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Tower Bridge

4.5/5(483 reviews)

A marvel of engineering, this iconic landmark has for centuries been at the forefront of London’s epic skyline.

Tower Bridge
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O2 Arena

4/5(75 reviews)

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.

O2 Arena

Activities

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London Eye Experience Tickets

AU$61
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
London Eye Experience Tickets
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Westminster Abbey Tickets

AU$55
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Westminster Abbey Tickets
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Kensington Palace & Gardens Tickets

AU$46
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kensington Palace & Gardens Tickets
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Our pick of the best Carnaby Hotel Deals

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street, London, England
The price is AU$158 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$158
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,334 reviews)
"Great location on Piccadilly Circus. Staff upgraded room upon arrival which was a nice surprise. Very clean and comfy bed/room. Would definitely stay again and recommend"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Strand Palace Hotel
Strand Palace Hotel
4 out of 5
372 The Strand, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$369 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$369
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,058 reviews)
"Staff were amazing"

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Strand Palace Hotel
The Tower Hotel, London
The Tower Hotel, London
4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way, London, England
The price is AU$338 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$338
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,731 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

The Tower Hotel, London
Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London
Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London
4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$397 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$397
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,762 reviews)
"The location is great. The rooms are really functional and well designed. Very comfortable bed, quiet rooms, and blackout curtains made for a great sleep."

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London
President Hotel
President Hotel
3.5 out of 5
56-60 Guildford Street, London, England
The price is AU$274 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$274
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,440 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, we were a bit dissapointed that there was no A/C, but I called about it and a fan was sent to the room and the young man who brought it was very kind and helped us opening the window because we couldnt figure out how to open it. Overall, very good experience."

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

President Hotel
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
4 out of 5
Scarsdale Place, Kensington, London, England
The price is AU$190 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$190
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,709 reviews)
"Hotel very well located not far from the underground. The reception staff are a little cold but that's OK. The rooms are clean. Be careful, if you have a room on the underground side, it still makes a lot of noise!"

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
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Other neighbourhoods around Carnaby

Soho

Soho

Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.

Soho
West End showing heritage architecture, street scenes and night scenes

West End

Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square 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.

West End
Mayfair

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 Berkeley Square.

Mayfair
Carnaby Street which includes a square or plaza as well as a large group of people

London City Centre

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.

London City Centre
London showing heritage elements, markets and signage

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 Royal Opera House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

Covent Garden
Bloomsbury showing street scenes and heritage architecture

Bloomsbury

4.5/5(209 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Bloomsbury. Check out top attractions like The British Museum and Russell Square, and jump on the metro at Euston Square Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station to see more of the city.

Bloomsbury

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