Carnaby Travel Guide
London
Popular places to visit
Carnaby Street
Shop, dine and drink at this pedestrian-only street made famous the world over by musicians and socialites during the Swinging London era of the 1960s.
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.
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.
London Bridge
Known for its association with a well-known nursery rhyme, this iconic bridge has existed in various forms for more than 2,000 years.
London Eye
Climb aboard this observation wheel for the best bird’s-eye view of the British capital.
Things to do
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Carnaby
Strand Palace Hotel
Was very pleased with the service in all aspects - well done strand palace
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Royal Garden Hotel
Location
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Staff good and helpful, room clean. Was very disappointed that there wasn’t any Tea and Coffee making facilities in the room
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
All of the staff were super helpful and we were upgraded by a great receptionist
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Tommy was very clean, would be lovely to have coffee or tea in room and hair dryer
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
The Z Hotel Holborn
The room was clean but small and the staff were friendly
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Carnaby
Soho
Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.
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.
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.
St James
St James is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Piccadilly Circus or St. James's Square.
London City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.
Covent Garden
The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. 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.
Carnaby Travel Guide
- Carnaby Street
- Hyde Park
- Tower Bridge
- London Bridge
- London Eye
- Buckingham Palace
- Piccadilly Circus
- Wembley Stadium
- Trafalgar Square
- Big Ben
- Tower of London
- The British Museum
- Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
- Oxford Street
- Leicester Square
- Kensington High Street
- Westminster Abbey
- The Shard
- Westfield London Shopping Centre
- Royal Albert Hall
- Covent Garden Market
