Kentish Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Kentish Town West railway station on the North London Line.
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Parliament Hill Lido
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Popular places to visit

Hyde Park which includes a garden, a city and a pond

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.

Hyde Park
Tower Bridge showing night scenes, a bridge and a river or creek

Tower Bridge

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

Tower Bridge
O2 Arena which includes modern architecture

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.

O2 Arena
Buckingham Palace featuring château or palace, heritage architecture and a city

Buckingham Palace

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

Buckingham Palace
Big Ben which includes heritage architecture, a monument and a city

Big Ben

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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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.

Wembley Stadium

Activities

London Afternoon Tea and Panoramic Tour by Double Decker Bus

London Afternoon Tea Bus with Prosecco

AU$96
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
London Afternoon Tea Bus with Prosecco
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional River Cruise

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

AU$48
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
The London Pass® and The London Pass® Plus: Save up to 50 Percent

The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

AU$154
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
Best of London Tour with London Eye & Thames Cruise

Best of London: Tower of London, Cruise, St. Paul's & London-Eye upgrade

AU$202
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Best of London: Tower of London, Cruise, St. Paul's & London-Eye upgrade
Fully guided Paris Day Trip with Cruise & Eiffel Tower Lunch

Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise

AU$606
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

AU$63
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket
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Our pick of the best Kentish Town Hotel Deals

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is AU$219 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$219
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (9,366 reviews)
Excellent location, staff very helpful and friendly.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Royal National Hotel

Royal National Hotel

3 out of 5
38-51 Bedford Way London England
The price is AU$198 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$198
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,039 reviews)
Ok

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Royal National Hotel
Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is AU$256 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$256
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,932 reviews)
Nice hotel friendly staff.

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street London England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$165 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$165
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (5,527 reviews)
clean, quiet room, convenient location

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Royal Garden Hotel

Royal Garden Hotel

5 out of 5
2-24 Kensington High Street London England
The price is AU$350 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$350
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,841 reviews)
Location, Clean, staff were great, and the breakfast was excellent. This is my 5 time in this hotel, and never failed once. I will stay there whenever I go to London.

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Royal Garden Hotel
President Hotel

President Hotel

3.5 out of 5
56-60 Guildford Street London England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$217 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$217
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,971 reviews)
Service and ambieence

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

President Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Kentish Town

Kings Cross St. Pancras which includes heritage architecture and interior views as well as a small group of people

Kings Cross St. Pancras

Kings Cross St. Pancras is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like St Pancras Chambers and British Library. See more of London by jumping on the metro at King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station.

Kings Cross St. Pancras
Fitzrovia

Fitzrovia

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oxford Street to Tottenham Court Road – discover Fitzrovia, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Fitzrovia
Marylebone High Street which includes street scenes and autumn leaves

Marylebone

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Marylebone is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Oxford Street and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Baker Street Station or Marylebone Underground Station.

Marylebone
Bloomsbury featuring 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 Oxford Street, and jump on the metro at Euston Square Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station to see more of the city.

Bloomsbury
West End showing a city, heritage architecture and night scenes

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.

West End
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

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