Downe Travel Guide
London
Popular places to visit
Down House
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Down House during your trip to Orpington. Discover the lively bars in this vibrant area or seek out the golf courses.
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.
Wembley Stadium
Catch an event at Wembley Stadium during your trip to Wembley. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Piccadilly Circus
Often billed as the British version of Times Square, this iconic traffic hub is the perfect starting point for your London adventure.
Buckingham Palace
Britain’s most famous home, the luxurious personal residence and workplace of Queen Elizabeth II, is open to all.
Tower Bridge
An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.
Things to do
The Royal Observatory, Greenwich
Private Day Tour to Chartwell, Home of Sir Winston Churchill
Warner Bros. Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter with Return Transfer
Top hotels in Downe
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Great location, clean and excellent hotel!
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Room was clean and staff very helpful
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Strand Palace Hotel
Great location. Excellent staff and responsive to our requests. On site breakfast a plus to start your day. Bathroom was large and clean.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Royal National Hotel
Staff polite and helpful. Guests lead to their breakfast tables which was essential with so many guests.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Royal Garden Hotel
Room was nice and clean, great service and the room had a great view.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Excellent location, beautiful room, wonderful staff, great amenities.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downe
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 Thames River. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Downe Travel Guide
- Hyde Park
- Piccadilly Circus
- Buckingham Palace
- Tower Bridge
- Big Ben
- London Eye
- Trafalgar Square
- London Bridge
- Tower of London
- The British Museum
- Oxford Street
- Leicester Square
- Kensington High Street
- The Shard
- Westminster Abbey
- Westfield London Shopping Centre
- Royal Albert Hall
- Covent Garden Market
- Westminster Bridge
