Little Venice Travel Guide

London

Little Venice which includes a river or creek, boating and autumn leaves
Little Venice featuring autumn leaves and a park
Little Venice featuring a river or creek, boating and autumn leaves
Little Venice showing autumn colours, a river or creek and boating
Little Venice showing heritage architecture, boating and a river or creek

Wander along the waterways of this wealthy London district to see grand mansions and quaint houseboats.

True to its name, canals carve up the picturesque terrain of Little Venice. Boat trips offer views of affluent neighborhoods fringed with lovely trees and waterways. Stroll along the canals and pick your favorite narrowboat from the rows of colorful vessels moored here.

Take a boat trip on the canal for views of the impressive mansions along the shore. Note landmarks such as the Lord’s Cricket Ground, Winfield House and the London Central Mosque.

Learn about the history of this scenic area and its name. Dating back to the early 19th century, the canals were part of an initiative to develop new transport links across England. Poets Robert Browning and Lord Byron have both been credited with comparing this area of London to the Italian city of canals.

Relax at a waterside café and enjoy a pleasant vista of the canal. Walk alongside the canal to reach the series of locks at Regent’s Canal and Grand Union and see where they join the River Thames. A little to the north of Little Venice is Primrose Hill, which has famous views of central London.

Attend a comedy performance at the Canal Café Theatre or see a children’s show at the Puppet Theatre Barge, which is moored in Little Venice from October to July. Hop on the boat service to London Zoo, home to one of the largest collections of animals in the U.K.

Walk north for 1 mile (2 kilometers) from Warwick Avenue to reach Abbey Road, an iconic site known for its appearance on the cover of the Beatles’ namesake album.

Little Venice is in the northwestern part of London, just north of Paddington and southwest of Regent’s Park. Ride a bus to one of the many stops in the neighborhood, or take the London Underground here.

Relish the tranquil and relaxing atmosphere of Little Venice, a welcome contrast to the fast pace of the business district and other central parts of London.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Little Venice

London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale

London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale

4 out of 5
Plaza Parade, Maida Vale, London, England
The price is Rp2.600.550 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.600.550
Rp3.120.660 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely clean hotel. Beautiful beds. Great shower. Great location"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

London Marriott Hotel Maida Vale
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.251.873 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp2.251.873
Rp2.702.247 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (7,823 reviews)
London Bridge View
"Amazing hotel, comfortable room with an absolutely amazing view of London Bridge. Friendly staff and lovely restaurants both for just a drink and to enjoy a meal. Perfect location for Tower of London and boat rides. Cannot fault The Tower Hotel for our stay you made it very enjoyable"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand, London, England
The price is Rp3.450.450 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp3.450.450
Rp4.140.540 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,236 reviews)
"Excellent location... right by Covent Garden... and great breakfast. Room small but ok. Would recommend."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Strand Palace Hotel
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road, London, England
The price is Rp3.541.251 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
Rp3.541.251
Rp4.249.502 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,888 reviews)
"Great convenience location for central London tourist area"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Sea Containers London

Sea Containers London

5 out of 5
20 Upper Ground, London, England
The price is Rp4.306.706 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
Rp4.306.706
Rp5.168.047 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star spa hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,986 reviews)
"Had the best time. All of the staff are friendly and helpful. I found them to be very genuine and kind. Clean, safe and a beautiful location. Can’t fault it! I would loved to ( and will) stay again in future!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Sea Containers London
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street, London, England
The price is Rp3.824.551 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp3.824.551
Rp4.589.461 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,048 reviews)
"Great location, very nice and helpful staff, good restaurants and shopping center. Next time I will stay here again."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Little Venice

Paddington showing a city and a square or plaza

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.

Paddington
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Marylebone

4/5(36 area reviews)

Marylebone is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Oxford Street and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Baker Street Station or Marylebone Underground Station.

Marylebone
Notting Hill as well as a large group of people

Notting Hill

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

Notting Hill is highly notable for its beautiful gardens, and you might want to visit top sights like Portobello Road Market and Westbourne Grove. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Holland Park Underground Station or Ladbroke Grove Underground Station.

Notting Hill
Kensington Gardens featuring a park

Kensington

4.5/5(1,515 area reviews)

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.

Kensington
West End showing heritage architecture, street scenes and night scenes

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.

West End
Mayfair

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.

Mayfair

Little Venice Travel Guide