Greenwich West Travel Guide
London
Visit Greenwich West
Popular places to visit
Greenwich Park
One of London’s largest parks was once a royal hunting ground and is now a popular place to enjoy pretty flower displays, live music and superb city views.
Cutty Sark
Investigate the decks and hull of this handsome 19th-century wooden sailing ship, the last remaining tea clipper in the world.
University of Greenwich
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Greenwich during your stay in London. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Old Royal Naval College
Marvel at a famous ceiling mural in the elegant dining hall where war hero Horatio Nelson’s body lay after the Battle of Trafalgar.
National Maritime Museum
You can browse the exhibits at National Maritime Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in London. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Royal Observatory
You can browse the exhibits at Royal Observatory, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in London. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments 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
London Afternoon Tea Bus with Prosecco
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Greenwich West
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
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
The room was clean and the staff was very nice (the little staff you were able to track down) The room is a bit odd as there is no place to put your belongings (no drawers, no table, nothing) which makes things a bit difficult. When the lights go out, it is pitch dark, making it hard to see if you ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
lovely hotel great location , good value
Reviewed on 9 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
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
Other neighbourhoods around Greenwich West
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.
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.
Shoreditch
Shoreditch High St and Brick Lane are top sights in Shoreditch, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Shoreditch High Street Overground Station or Old Street Underground Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
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 Royal Opera House 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 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.
