Hackney Travel Guide
London
Popular places to visit
Hackney Empire
Enjoy a performance at Hackney Empire, a theatre with a story to tell in London. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Copper Box Arena
Catch an event at Copper Box Arena during your trip to London. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
London Fields
London Fields is just one of the places to see in London, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Regent's Canal
Regent's Canal is just one of the places to see in London, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Clissold Leisure Centre
Enjoy an outing to Clissold Leisure Centre during your stay in London. While in this vibrant area, you can savour the lively bars.
Hoxton Square
After visiting Hoxton Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in London. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene 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
From London: Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Hackney
One Hundred Shoreditch
"Hotel and the rooms are amazing, and the location was perfect for what we wanted (right next to Brick Lane and near Shoreditch train station). Only issue we had was the service charge that was automatically added to our bill without any warning. For the four nights we stayed, it was an extra 70 euros. ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Point A London Shoreditch
"I couldn’t do the self check in as my room hasn’t been assigned so had to wait which was a little frautrating"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Hoxton Shoreditch
"This is a really cute hotel with a friendly staff - fun atmosphere with an awesome location - I would definitely stay here again!"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Aethos Hotel London Shoreditch
"Great gym. Rooms are clean. Not fully luxurious but good value. Our floor was very warm. Overall would stay again."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
citizenM London Shoreditch
"Very clean rooms and very friendly staff. The AC felt a bit weak and warm but otherwise a pleasant stay for anyone looking to be in Shoreditch!"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Maldron Hotel Shoreditch London
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Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hackney
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.
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.
Islington
O2 Academy Islington and Union Chapel are top sights in Islington, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Angel Underground Station or Highbury & Islington Overground Station to see more sights in the area.
Kings Cross St. Pancras
Kings Cross St. Pancras is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Russell Square and St Pancras Chambers. See more of London by jumping on the metro at King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station.
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 London Transport Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.
Bloomsbury
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Bloomsbury. Check out top attractions like The British Museum and Russell Square, and jump on the metro at Euston Square Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station to see more of the city.
