Waterloo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A river with boats, a bridge, and historic buildings including a dome.
A historic building with red brick walls, large wooden doors, and stone steps leading to the entrance.
A river with boats, a bridge, and the London Eye in the background.
A colorful mural on a building wall depicting various buildings and landmarks.
A modern building with a balcony overlooking a cityscape, featuring a river, trees, and distant cranes.

Stay near popular Waterloo attractions

A large Ferris wheel, a historic building with blue lighting, and a green tower.

London Eye

8.8/10 (23,914 reviews)
For the best views of the London cityscape, climb aboard this impressive observation wheel and view the great British capital in all its glory.
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Activities

London Eye Entry Ticket

London Eye Entry Ticket

AU$56
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
London Eye Entry Ticket
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®: Access 100+ Attractions

The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

AU$201
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
Skip-the-Line London Eye Experience Tickets

Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket

AU$84
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
Fully guided Paris Day Trip with Cruise & Eiffel Tower Lunch

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

AU$480
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise
London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise

London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise

AU$33
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise
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Our pick of the best Waterloo Hotel Deals

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road London England
The price is AU$409 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$409
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,448 reviews)
"Huge lineup for breakfast every morning"

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Park Plaza County Hall London

Park Plaza County Hall London

4 out of 5
1 Addington Street London England
The price is AU$352 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$352
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,825 reviews)
"Great location, nice spacious room, view of the millennium wheel from our window. hotel staff friendly and efficient. Even though we didn’t use them , the microwave, plates and cutlery was a nice touch."

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026

Park Plaza County Hall London
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is AU$264 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$264
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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 ...
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

2 out of 5
91-92 Dean Street London England
The price is AU$113 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$113
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and slippers. Popular attractions Piccadilly Circus and The British Museum are located ...
Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)
Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is AU$333 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$333
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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! (5,810 reviews)
"Overall a great experience. the staff was helpful and the hotel is in a great location."

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street London England
The price is AU$219 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$219
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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. ...
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
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Our guide on where to stay in Waterloo

Find the best Waterloo areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A modern glass building, the Shard, and the Tower Bridge in the background during sunset.

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 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.

The exterior of the Covent Garden Market with the Punch & Judy theatre and Central Avenue entrance.

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.

A large white archway with intricate carvings, surrounded by trees and people walking.

City of Westminster

Big Ben and Trafalgar Square are a few top attractions in City of Westminster. Hop around the city on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station or Victoria Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

A bustling street with a 'Welcome to Carnaby Street' archway, vintage shops, and pedestrians.

Soho

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

A street lined with shops, including DKNY and Rolex, and a white van on the road.

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 Sotheby’s.

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