Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Travel Guide

London
Kensington Palace which includes château or palace and heritage architecture as well as an individual female
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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Top hotels in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Safestay London Kensington Holland Park
Safestay London Kensington Holland Park
4 out of 5
holland Park, London, England
The price is Rp1.454.171 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
Rp1.454.171
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Kensington High Street ...
7.4/10 Good! (815 reviews)
"The stay was excellent; the rooms were tidy, the breakfast was delicious, and I made some really nice friends. The lavatory requires routine maintenance."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Safestay London Kensington Holland Park
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
4 out of 5
Scarsdale Place, Kensington, London, England
The price is Rp2.133.665 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
Rp2.133.665
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,760 reviews)
"Although it was one night stay we had a comfortable night!"

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
Park International Hotel
Park International Hotel
4 out of 5
117 - 129 Cromwell Road, London, England
The price is Rp2.446.982 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
Rp2.446.982
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,641 reviews)
"Nice location"

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024

Park International Hotel
The Rembrandt
The Rembrandt
4 out of 5
11 Thurloe Place, Kensington, London, England
The price is Rp4.004.938 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
Rp4.004.938
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,773 reviews)
"The staff at the front desk were welcoming, friendly and always so helpful. Returning from a long day of sightseeing to have a cocktail in the lounge became a high point of the day for us. I appreciated the "green energy" steps that were taken, down to very small things."

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024

The Rembrandt
Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
Wrights Lane, Kensington, London, England
The price is Rp2.641.188 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
Rp2.641.188
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this spa hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,573 reviews)
Compact room
"Smallest room I’ve stayed in so far although I was offered the option of upsizing for a charge. Toilet seat moved each time it was used and crack noticeable in the sink. Linen was very good and clean."

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024

Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St., an IHG Hotel
Radisson Blu Vanderbilt Hotel, London
Radisson Blu Vanderbilt Hotel, London
4 out of 5
68-86 Cromwell Road, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp3.711.473 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
Rp3.711.473
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Hotel was convenient to the train and made it easy to get to attractions. Enjoyed being able to start the day with breakfast, nice selection. Room overlooking the street was a little noisy as it is a main corridor so we heard many sirens. Overall we were happy with the accommodations."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Radisson Blu Vanderbilt Hotel, London
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Chelsea featuring heritage architecture

Chelsea

4.5/5(132 area reviews)

Museums, theatres and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Chelsea. Sights like Royal Hospital Chelsea and Saatchi Gallery are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater London area at Sloane Square Underground Station.

Chelsea
Kensington Gardens featuring a park

Kensington

4.5/5(1,515 area reviews)

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.

Kensington
Big Ben featuring a city, heritage architecture and a monument

Victoria

5/5(6 area reviews)

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.

Victoria
Admiralty Arch showing heritage architecture

City of Westminster

4.5/5(2,564 area reviews)

Buckingham Palace and Big Ben 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.

City of Westminster
Victoria showing a city and heritage architecture

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
Paddington showing a city and a square or plaza

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.

Paddington

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