Orpington Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Orpington

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Darwin

While visiting Darwin, you might make a stop by sights like Down House and Kent Downs.

Darwin
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Chelsfield

Travellers like the spas in Chelsfield, and Kent Downs is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Chelsfield
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Petts Wood and Knoll

While visiting Petts Wood and Knoll, you might make a stop by sights like Jubilee Country Park and Scadbury Estate Country Park.

Petts Wood and Knoll
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Cray Valley East

If you're spending some time in Cray Valley East, Nugent Shopping Park and Orpington Golf Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Cray Valley East
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Downe

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Downe. You might want to make time for a stop at Down House or High Elms Country Park.

Downe
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Cray Valley West

Cray Valley West might not have many top sights, but Chislehurst Caves and Eltham Palace are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cray Valley West
Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand, London, England
The price is AU$312 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$312
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,166 reviews)
Lovely
"Incredible, lovely stay Free large chocolate bar and water on arrival in room Free bottle refill station around hotel Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room and general hotel"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Strand Palace Hotel
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street, London, England
Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,949 reviews)
"4-cocoon room for our family of 5. We slept deeply, so quiet and comfortable beds and AC."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

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Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$267 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$267
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (7,617 reviews)
"We have stayed in a few other places in London and found the Tower Hotel our favourite. The room was spacious, we had a view of the Thames, the beds were comfortable and the bathroom had a bathtub - not common for a London hotel. The hotel was easy to get to from the Tube station. We recommend visiting ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
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Vertus Edit Canary Wharf

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf

4 out of 5
3 & 15 West Lane, London, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions O2 Arena and ExCeL Exhibition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (321 reviews)
"Comfortable, modern, clean and cosy. Great location, close to the tube. Cafe on the ground floor near the apartment. Well stocked kitchen. Powerful shower, loved the who gives a crap toilet paper! We stayed on a very hot weekend so the room was warm, we took our own fan so this helped us have a more ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Rockwell East

Rockwell East

4 out of 5
99 Mansell Street, London, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (622 reviews)
Great Stay!
"This place was genuinely awesome. It was very clean, had every apart-hotel amenity you could want (washing machine, dishwasher, oven, microwave, etc.) and felt very secure. It's within a 10 minute walk to the tube and the Tower. I couldn't recommend it highly enough."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Rockwell East
Marlin Apartments London Bridge - Empire Square

Marlin Apartments London Bridge - Empire Square

4.5 out of 5
34 Long Lane, London, England
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (541 reviews)
"Very clean and well maintained apartment, has everything we need for cooking in the kitchen and even has a laundry and dryer! The grocery store is right next door. A perfect place to stay for a family trip!"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Marlin Apartments London Bridge - Empire Square
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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
Wembley Stadium

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.

Wembley Stadium
Piccadilly Circus showing heritage architecture, a city and street scenes

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.

Piccadilly Circus
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
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
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

Activities

Guided Tour of Westminster Abbey with Tickets

Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Guided Tour of London

AU$160
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Guided Tour of London
From London: White Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day-Trip

From London: White Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip

AU$164
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From London: White Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip
London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise

London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise

AU$41
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise
Changing of the Guard Walking Tour in London

Changing of the Guard Walking Tour in London

AU$29
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Changing of the Guard Walking Tour in London
Red double-decker bus on the streets of London in the evening

See Over 30 Top London Sights! Fun Local Guide!!

AU$88
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
See Over 30 Top London Sights! Fun Local Guide!!
Must-See London: Private & Personalized Walking Tour with a Local Host

Must-See London: Private & Personalized Walking Tour with a Local Host

AU$353
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Must-See London: Private & Personalized Walking Tour with a Local Host
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Cities near Orpington

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Bromley

Bluewater Shopping Centre featuring a city and modern architecture

Dartford

Knole showing château or palace, heritage elements and heritage architecture

Sevenoaks

London

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