London City Centre

London

Carnaby Street featuring a square or plaza as well as a large group of people
Tower Bridge showing a sunset, modern architecture and a city
St. James Park showing skyline and heritage architecture
Covent Garden featuring a city and street scenes as well as a couple
Tower Bridge featuring a bay or harbor, a bridge and a sunset

Iconic landmarks, a world-famous theater district, lively nightlife zones and superb shopping and art museums await in the heart of England’s capital city.

London City Centre is the place for round-the-clock attractions. Discover architectural masterpieces, browse first-class museum exhibits and catch a play. Go on a shopping spree and sample the vibrant nightlife scene. Visit London City Centre to explore several districts, each with their own unique history and character.

The bright lights of Leicester Square mark the center of the pulsating West End. Shop at the brandname and luxury outlets on Bond Street, Oxford Street and Regent Street. Theater lovers flock to venues, such as the Apollo Theatre and Sondheim Theatre, on Shaftesbury Avenue. Admire sublime art collections at The National Gallery and National Portrait Gallery, on emblematic Trafalgar Square.

Watch talented street performers on the cobblestone plaza of Covent Garden. This former fruit market is home to the London Film Museum and London Transport Museum. Peruse antique and craft stalls at Jubilee Market. Esteemed ballet and opera companies perform at the Royal Opera House.

Step into the heartbeat of the Swinging Sixties at the bars and boutiques of Carnaby Street. Soho and Chinatown are packed with drinking and dining options. Make your way to fashionable Bloomsbury and explore The British Museum. Egyptian mummies, the Parthenon Marbles and Rosetta Stone are highlights of the museum’s artifacts.

The City of London is both London’s financial core and a tourism paradise. Visit iconic landmarks, including St. Paul’s Cathedral, The Tower of London and Tower Bridge. Combine upmarket fashion with gourmet food at 14th-century Leadenhall Market.

Walk in the footsteps of politicians at the Houses of Parliament and gaze up at Big Ben in Westminster. See where British monarchs are crowned at 950-year-old Westminster Abbey. A stroll through laid-back and leafy St. James’s Park brings you to Buckingham Palace. Check the schedule for the entertaining Changing of the Guard ceremony.

Buses and London Underground trains travel around London City Centre. Cross the River Thames via historic bridges to the South Bank. This riverfront district is famous for the London Eye, Shakespeare’s Globe theater and Tate Modern, among other sights.


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London City Centre Hotel Deals

Strand Palace Hotel
Strand Palace Hotel
4 out of 5
372 The Strand, London, England
$205 nightly
The price is $247 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$247 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes taxes and 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! (4,143 reviews)
"I liked this hotel very much. It's in such a great location for seeing London- you can pretty much walk to all the major sites/bridges."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Strand Palace Hotel
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street, London, England
$111 nightly
The price is $133 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$133 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
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! (4,860 reviews)
"Excellent in all ways"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way, London, England
$158 nightly
The price is $190 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$190 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and 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! (7,567 reviews)
"Awesome location great view of bridge"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$225 nightly
The price is $270 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$270 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,716 reviews)
"Great location to enjoy London"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Park Plaza London Riverbank
Park Plaza London Riverbank
4 out of 5
18 Albert Embankment, London, England
$188 nightly
The price is $226 total per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
$226 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,424 reviews)
"Great hotel and wonderful location for restaurants and other attractions. Room service was very hit or miss with what they offered versus what they actually had to prepare. Fat from Heathrow airport, so plan for an hour taxi or Uber ride and around $150."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Park Plaza London Riverbank
Sea Containers London
Sea Containers London
5 out of 5
20 Upper Ground, London, England
$260 nightly
The price is $312 total per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
$312 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star spa hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,910 reviews)
Exceeded expectations!!
"Great experience. The Stay exceeded my expectations. The staff was very helpful and a nice. I would stay here."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

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4.5/5(4,574 area reviews)

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