Waterloo Travel Guide
London
Popular places to visit
London Eye
Climb aboard this observation wheel for the best bird’s-eye view of the British capital.
London Dungeon
Enjoy a show at London Dungeon, a theatre with a story to tell in London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Royal National Theatre
Attend fascinating talks, see acclaimed shows and enjoy lunch at this concrete playhouse in the vibrant South Bank area.
Sea Life London Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Sea Life London Aquarium during your visit to London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Southbank Centre
Enjoy a range of cultural events on show by the River Thames at one of the largest centers of art in the world.
Queen Elizabeth Hall
Enjoy a show at Queen Elizabeth Hall, a popular theatre in London. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
London in a Day: Tower of London, Westminster Abbey & River Cruise
Warner Bros. Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter with Return Transfer
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Waterloo
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Great hotel in brilliant location
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Park Plaza County Hall London
What can we say? Another fantastic trip and stay. Right from the beginning, we felt welcome and comfortable; nothing was too much trouble for the team. All the staff were incredibly helpful and polite throughout our visit. This is the "go-to" for my son every time we visit London. At just 8 years ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
Lovely spacious, clean room. Good level of soundproofing, no noise from surrounding rooms. Excellent location 6mins walk from Covent Garden Tube Station & 5 mins from the Adelphi Theatre. Breakfast was good, attentive staff and the usual cooked and continental options
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Nice hotel, room was quite dated and didn’t have enough sockets. The hotel has construction work going on just now and they started quite early in the morning, Good location though.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Clean room, location is great for theatres and shops, thought it was good value. Lack of window isn't great, but we knew that before we arrived.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Royal Garden Hotel
An excellent stay! Great location and room. Staff can’t do enough to help - a new favourite when staying in London
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waterloo
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.
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.
Soho
Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.
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.
