West Kensington Travel Guide
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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.
Wembley Stadium
Catch an event at Wembley Stadium during your trip to Wembley. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
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.
Buckingham Palace
This luxury residence of the oldest royal family in the world is still a national icon, attracting thousands of visitors each year.
Tower Bridge
A marvel of engineering, this iconic landmark has for centuries been at the forefront of London’s epic skyline.
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.
Activities
Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Guided Tour of London
London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise
Buckingham Palace Admission Tickets
From London: White Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip
London Eye River Cruise Tickets
Our pick of the best West Kensington Hotel Deals
Best Western Kensington Olympia Hotel
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Hilton London Olympia
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ibis London Shepherds Bush – Hammersmith
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Kensington Prime Hotel
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Bob W London Olympia
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Bob W Holland Park London
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Other neighbourhoods around West Kensington
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.
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.
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.
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- Hyde Park
- Wembley Stadium
- Piccadilly Circus
- Buckingham Palace
- Tower Bridge
- O2 Arena
- Big Ben
- London Eye
- Trafalgar Square
- London Bridge
- Tower of London
- The British Museum
- Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
- Oxford Street
- LEGOLAND® Windsor
- Leicester Square
- Marble Arch
- ExCeL Exhibition Centre
- Windsor Castle
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Kensington High Street
- The Shard
- Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
- Westminster Abbey
- Hampton Court Palace
- Finsbury Park
- Westfield London Shopping Centre
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