Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

London

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From royal parks and themed gardens to free museums, luxury shopping streets and professional soccer, this central borough is packed with popular attractions.

The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is among the most luxurious of the 32 districts of Greater London. Visit superb galleries and museums, which occupy majestic landmarks in the district’s affluent neighborhoods. Shop for high-end fashion and enjoy London’s renowned park life when you visit the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.

Start with a stroll down Kensington High Street, a busy avenue lined with brandname stores and upmarket boutiques. Browse interesting art exhibitions at the Thackeray Gallery and The Mosaic Rooms. Kensington Gardens is one of the Royal Parks and boasts lush lawns, Kensington Palace and the Serpentine Gallery. Pathways connect the garden to Hyde Park, a popular spot for boating, picnics and live music.

In South Kensington you’ll find some of London’s finest free museums. Learn about dinosaurs, the animal kingdom and natural phenomena at the Natural History Museum. Play with interactive exhibits at the Science Museum and admire displays of art and design at the Victoria and Albert Museum. The Royal Albert Hall is one of England’s most prestigious concert halls.

Chelsea exudes style and elegance and its King’s Road buzzes with design stores, fashion outlets and galleries. Appreciate contemporary art at the Saatchi Gallery and retrace military history at the National Army Museum. Attend the Chelsea Flower Show at Ranelagh Gardens and peruse botanical displays at Chelsea Physic Garden.

Join the fans of Chelsea Football Club for an English Premier League soccer match at Stamford Bridge stadium. Adjacent to here is Brompton Cemetery, one of London’s Victorian-era Magnificent Seven cemeteries.

The grassy lawns, woodland and sports facilities of Holland Park present opportunities for relaxation and recreation. See a slice of Japan at the Kyoto Garden and enjoy open-air theater at Opera Holland Park. The Design Museum celebrates modern design and Leighton House Museum has 70-plus oil paintings by Lord Leighton.

Overground trains and the Circle, District and Piccadilly underground lines travel through the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Get a feel for the district’s splendor by walking between attractions via its graceful streets.

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Harrods

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Top hotels in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Royal Garden Hotel

Royal Garden Hotel

5 out of 5
2-24 Kensington High Street London England
The price is P21,008 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
P21,008
P25,210 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,904 reviews)
"The hotel is really old and dated, very noisy. the location was good. front desk staff were clinical and lacked customer service. No introduction to the hotel. Restaurant staff were great. basic amenities of a coffee machine were missing."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

Royal Garden Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington

4 out of 5
68-86 Cromwell Road London England
The price is P12,891 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
P12,891
P15,470 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,335 reviews)
"Helpful staff. Aircon. Large comfortable bed. Good range of toiletries including conditioner. Good quality hairdryer but again no mirror at all to dry hair by or check full length. Fridge was useful for drinks and snacks bought from local supermarkets. Great location near tube and buses. Good restaurant ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington
Brit Hotels Earls Court

Brit Hotels Earls Court

3 out of 5
43-45 Longridge Road London England
The price is P5,621 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
P5,621
P6,746 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Kensington High Street and Hyde ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"The hotel overall was good, however we had a ground floor double room which was quite compact but manageable. Unfortunately we were next to equipment sited outside our room which made a noise for most of the night and kept us awake. Other than this everything was fine."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2026

Brit Hotels Earls Court
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington

Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington

4 out of 5
Scarsdale Place London England
The price is P6,957 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
P6,957
P8,349 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,749 reviews)
"Clean room but very tired looking. Light switches were an issue in that they didn't work well. It was a twin bedded room but the light switch, plugs and internet sockets were all on one side of the room not in any sort of reach to one of the beds. Staff polite and helpful. Didn't have breakfast so ..."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington

The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington

4 out of 5
140 Gloucester Road London England
The price is P12,441 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
P12,441
P14,929 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,461 reviews)
"This place is a nightmare experience if you are visiting during summer. Our experience from the get go has been disappointing. We arrived at the hotel reception at around 1pm local time and though we know the check in times are usually 3pm but most star hotels make accommodation available to their ..."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington
The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court

The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court

3 out of 5
1 Barkston Gardens London England
The price is P8,440 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
P8,440
P10,129 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Kensington High Street and Hyde Park ...
9/10 Wonderful! (491 reviews)
"Too tiny, very packed, hard to stand two persons. No breakfast, charge 40 pounds to store luggage the same day after checkout."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court
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Canary Wharf

Crossrail Place Roof Garden and Museum of London Docklands are top sights in Canary Wharf, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station to see more sights in the area.

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London City Centre

Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are a few top attractions in London City Centre. Hop around the city on the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, stunning river views, and acclaimed art galleries.

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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 London Transport Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

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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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The City of London

The City of London is highly notable for its stunning cathedral, and you might want to visit top sights like St. Paul's Cathedral and Liverpool Street. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.

Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea