Brixton Travel Guide
London
Popular places to visit
Brockwell Park
Brockwell Park is just one of the places to see in London, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
O2 Academy Brixton
Enjoy a performance at O2 Academy Brixton, a theatre with a story to tell in London. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Brixton Market
During your trip to London, you can do some window-shopping at Brixton Market. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Electric Avenue
During your visit to London, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Electric Avenue. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Brixton Prison
Learn about the local history of London when you spend time at Brixton Prison. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Brixton Windmill
You can study the exhibits at Brixton Windmill, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in London. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
From London: Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
Top hotels in Brixton
Strand Palace Hotel
"The hotel is great good location, good rooms, excellent restaurant for both evening meals and breakfast. Unfortunately check in is an absolute joke, arrived at the hotel around 3.30 pm to be told the rooms we’re not ready and would not be ready for some time, after waiting for an hour we decided ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, London Heathrow
"The Hotel is a dated Property with some things that don’t work in the room like the lights. The air and heat is weird. Just a little different than the norm. A basic stay good for one night which is what we needed."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
"A awful nights sleep. The room was unbearably hot. Air con was non existent. Sofa bed squeaked every time child moved. Room and amenities all very dated and scruffy. Didn’t engage with a member of staff as everything was automated. All very impersonal. A great location but a really disappointing ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
"Booked a twin room and given a king. Messaged while out to get sorted, message not reads. They did send housekeeping in at 11pm when we got back but I ended up covering the duvets to speed things up. Shower has black mould - room 306. No excuse for that - park plaza / radisson have enough guests ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
"Air conditioning was good. Clean spaces and room. Great central location."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster
"Well situated for central London, down a leafy street, and very close to the river and Tate Britain. The rooms aren’t huge, but extremely well thought through, so we felt we had plenty of space. Good air-con and shower. Breakfast was great, and the front desk was extremely helpful. Thank you"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Brixton
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.
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.
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 Royal Festival Hall, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.
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 Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.
South Kensington
Known for its fascinating museums and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in South Kensington. Check out top attractions like Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum, and jump on the metro at South Kensington Underground Station or Gloucester Road Underground Station to see more of the city.
