City of Westminster Travel Guide
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Visit City of Westminster
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 London’s most resounding landmarks is a treasured emblem of England.
Buckingham Palace
Britain’s most famous home, the luxurious personal residence and workplace of Queen Elizabeth II, is open to all.
Piccadilly Circus
Often billed as the British version of Times Square, this iconic traffic hub is the perfect starting point for your London adventure.
Trafalgar Square
London’s great meeting place and the “front yard” of the National Gallery and St. Martin-in-the-Fields church.
Oxford Street
Browse hundreds of reputable shops, cafés and restaurants in one of the busiest shopping streets in Europe.
Things to do
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
London: The View from The Shard
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
London: Kew Gardens Admission Ticket
Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter from Central London
Top hotels in City of Westminster
Strand Palace Hotel
Fab experience, very curteous and friendly staff. Very clean room
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
The Grand at Trafalgar Square
Staff was amazing and the coffee bar was a great perk!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Mitre House Hotel
Just good value in centre of London near Paddington
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Club Quarters Hotel, Trafalgar Square
The room was great, and the bed was amazingly comfortable. The staff was very friendly. Boyd's Bar & grill served the best breakfast. The entrance to the hotel is beautiful. We will stay there again.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Loved that it was such a central hotel, but when you closed the bedroom door all was quiet. It’s a great no fuss hotel.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
The Z Hotel Trafalgar
Weird kind of omelette served,
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around City of Westminster
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.
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 Piccadilly Circus and London Eye are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.
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.
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 Southbank Centre, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.
Soho
Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.
