London City Centre

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London City Centre
Tower Bridge showing a bridge, modern architecture and a sunset
St. James Park featuring heritage architecture and skyline
Covent Garden Market featuring a city and street scenes as well as a couple
Tower Bridge which includes 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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Top hotels in London City Centre

Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand, London, England
The price is P12,076 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
P12,076
P14,491 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
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! (4,282 reviews)
"Wonderful accommodations.. centrally located.. definitely will stay here again!"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Strand Palace Hotel
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 P8,669 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P8,669
P10,403 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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! (7,907 reviews)
"Excellent stay but breakfast far too expensive."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 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
The price is P12,522 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
P12,522
P15,026 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & 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! (4,968 reviews)
"Pretty good hotel !"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Sea Containers London

Sea Containers London

5 out of 5
20 Upper Ground, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P14,682 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P14,682
P17,619 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & 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! (2,038 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Sea Containers London
Royal National Hotel

Royal National Hotel

3 out of 5
38-51 Bedford Way, London, England
The price is P9,825 per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
P9,825
P11,790 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,707 reviews)
"Nice hotel. No AC as expected, and our room faced a busy street so it was a little noisy at night, but not too bad."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Royal National Hotel
Park Plaza London Riverbank

Park Plaza London Riverbank

4 out of 5
18 Albert Embankment, London, England
The price is P10,531 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P10,531
P12,637 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & 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! (2,653 reviews)
"Comfy beds. Decor is very dark and dingy. Not to my taste. But generally nice and clean hotel with good facilities and at a reasonable price for London. Decent tube connection from Vauxhall station."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Park Plaza London Riverbank
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Other neighbourhoods around London City Centre

Admiralty Arch which includes heritage architecture

St James

St James is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Piccadilly Circus and St. James's Square while in the area.

St James
London which includes heritage elements, signage and markets

Covent Garden

The lively bars and colorful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or Royal Opera House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

Covent Garden
Soho which includes street scenes

Soho

Travelers to Soho praise its fantastic nightlife. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Oxford Street and Soho Square.

Soho
London showing boating, a bridge and heritage architecture

Waterloo

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Waterloo. Check out top attractions like London Eye and Southbank Centre, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.

Waterloo
Victoria showing heritage architecture and a city

Westminster

While you're in Westminster, take in top sights like Big Ben and jump on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station to see more of the city.

Westminster
Mayfair showing street scenes

Mayfair

Mayfair is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Oxford Street and Bond Street. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bond Street Underground Station or Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station.

Mayfair


London City Centre