Abingdon Travel Guide
London
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.
Buckingham Palace
Britain’s most famous home, the luxurious personal residence and workplace of Queen Elizabeth II, is open to all.
Tower Bridge
An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.
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.
Piccadilly Circus
Often billed as the British version of Times Square, this iconic traffic hub is the perfect starting point for your London adventure.
Big Ben
One of London’s most resounding landmarks is a treasured emblem of England.
Things to do
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter from Central London
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
London: Unlimited UK Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Top hotels in Abingdon
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
Room was clean, bed was very good and breakfast very versatile.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG
The staff were so helpful. They made our special occasion stay even more special. The only downside was breakfast on the Sunday morning when all the coffee machines weren’t working. Also, one of the lifts wasn’t working for three nights. Having said that, I would highly recommend Holiday Inn. It ...
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Ember Locke Kensington
Staff on reception were so very friendly. The ambience and interior furnishings were really lovely.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Point A Kensington Olympia
Decent but nothing special. Had to pay to store out bags before check in which I thought was ridiculous considering we spent hundreds for our stay.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Strand Palace Hotel
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
The room was clean and tidy but starting to look dated
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Abingdon
Kensington
Kensington High Street and Kensington Church 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.
South Kensington
Known for its fascinating museums and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in South Kensington. Check out top attractions like Kensington High Street and Natural History Museum, and jump on the metro at South Kensington Underground Station or Gloucester Road Underground Station to see more of the city.
Chelsea
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.
Paddington
Paddington Central and The Grosvenor Victoria Casino London 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.
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 Bond Street.
West End
Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square are a few top attractions in West End. Hop around the city on the metro at Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station or Oxford Circus Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
Abingdon Travel Guide
- Kensington High Street
- Bupa Cromwell Hospital
- Hyde Park
- Buckingham Palace
- Tower Bridge
- Piccadilly Circus
- Big Ben
- London Eye
- Trafalgar Square
- The British Museum
- Wembley Stadium
- Oxford Street
- London Bridge
- Tower of London
- Leicester Square
- Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
- Windsor Castle
- Westminster Abbey
- The Shard
- Royal Albert Hall
- Westfield London Shopping Centre
