Cathedrals Travel Guide
London
Visit Cathedrals
Popular places to visit
Borough Market
Get tips from traders and browse the artisanal food and healthy smoothies packing the stalls of this London stalwart that dates back more than 1,000 years.
Tate Modern
An abandoned power station on the banks of the Thames is the ideal home for Britain’s national gallery of modern art.
Globe Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Globe Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Imperial War Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Imperial War Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to London. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Southwark Cathedral
The founder of Harvard University was baptized in this oldest Gothic church in London. Marvel at its stained glass and opulent chapels.
Oxo Tower Wharf
Find out about the history of London when you spend time at Oxo Tower Wharf. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
Warner Bros. Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter with Return Transfer
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
From London: Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Cathedrals
Sea Containers London
"Lovely place , great location. My favourite go to!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
"The hotel is great good location, good rooms, excellent restaurant for both evening meals and breakfast. Unfortunately check in is an absolute joke, arrived at the hotel around 3.30 pm to be told the rooms we’re not ready and would not be ready for some time, after waiting for an hour we decided ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
"A awful nights sleep. The room was unbearably hot. Air con was non existent. Sofa bed squeaked every time child moved. Room and amenities all very dated and scruffy. Didn’t engage with a member of staff as everything was automated. All very impersonal. A great location but a really disappointing ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Mason & Fifth - Westbourne Park
"The hotel is nicely kept and close to a train and bus station to conveniently travel to the tourist areas. There are a few limited food options in the immediate area but you can kind plenty of options within a 10 to 15 minute walk."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, London Heathrow
"The room was very clean & a few extra amenities , which was nice. Great to have the city bus pick you up right at the hotel, for the airport."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
"Air conditioning was good. Clean spaces and room. Great central location."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cathedrals
Waterloo
Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Waterloo. Check out top attractions like London Eye and Royal Festival Hall, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.
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 London Guildhall. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.
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.
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.
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.
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.
