West Kensington
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.
Big Ben
One of Britain’s treasured national symbols, home of the bells which can be heard ringing across the heart of the capital every 15 minutes.
Tower Bridge
One of London’s most famous bridges, an icon of the city through the ages, situated right beside the historic Tower of London.
Buckingham Palace
The official residence of Queen Elizabeth II as well as the lavish home of the British monarchy for nearly two centuries.
London Eye
An observation wheel in the heart of the capital which offers visitors captivating views over London and beyond on a clear day.
O2 Arena
Created as the focal point of Britain’s millennium celebrations, today this architectural wonder offers a world of entertainment under one enormous roof.
Things to do
Sherlock: The Official Live Game
Westminster Abbey Tickets
Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter from Central London
Top hotels in West Kensington
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Other neighbourhoods around West Kensington
Kensington
Hyde Park and Kensington High 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.
Hammersmith and Fulham
Hammersmith and Fulham is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Westfield London Shopping Centre and Kensington High Street. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Goldhawk Road Underground Station or Hammersmith Station.
Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Known for its fascinating museums and beautiful gardens, there's plenty to explore in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Check out top attractions like Natural History Museum and Kensington High Street, and jump on the metro at South Kensington Underground Station or Gloucester Road Underground Station to see more of the city.
Paddington
Queensway and Alexander Fleming Laboratory Museum 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.
Victoria
The interesting museums and stunning river views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Victoria Palace Theatre or Apollo Victoria Theatre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Victoria Underground Station to get around town.
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 Berkeley Square.
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- Metropolitan Police Heritage Centre
- Hyde Park
- Big Ben
- Tower Bridge
- Buckingham Palace
- London Eye
- O2 Arena
- Piccadilly Circus
- Tower of London
- Wembley Stadium
- The British Museum
- London Bridge
- Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
- Trafalgar Square
- Leicester Square
- Marble Arch
- ExCeL Exhibition Centre
- Windsor Castle
- Oxford Street
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Westminster Abbey
- The Shard
- Westfield London Shopping Centre
- Royal Albert Hall
- Natural History Museum
- Kensington High Street
- Hampton Court Palace
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