Crystal Palace Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Crystal Palace Park
You can take time to visit Crystal Palace Park during your travels to London. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
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.
The British Museum
Originally created as a “cabinet of curiosities,” Britain’s oldest museum has grown into a treasure house of humanity’s greatest achievements.
Big Ben
One of London’s most resounding landmarks is a treasured emblem of England.
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.
Tower Bridge
An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.
Things to do
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter from Central London
Top hotels in Crystal Palace
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Room was nice, bathrooms are looking a bit tired now
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Royal National Hotel
2 restaurants which me and the wife treidout was very nice the self-service shop there overall lovely hotel
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
The Royal Horseguards, London
Staff were exceptionally attentive. Room was spacious, luxurious, spotless and bed was very comfortable. Location was perfect, close to everything. Woukd highly recommend this hotel and woukd love to stay again when next in London
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
We had a lovely stay at The Strand Palace. The hotel is in a fabulous location very close to Covent Garden, the theatre district and many other attractions. The room was to a high standard. The bed was comfy. The amenities were great. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The buffet breakfast ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Royal Garden Hotel
Excellent check in and out. Very good garden view room. Only negative is the Origin, empty retaurant despite good food but uneven service especially for afternoon drinks
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
All was good but surprised our room had no view
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Crystal Palace
Canary Wharf
Canary Wharf is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Museum of London Docklands and Billingsgate Market. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station.
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 Piccadilly Circus 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.
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.
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.
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 Big Ben are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.
