Forest Hill Travel Guide
London
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Popular places to visit
Horniman Museum Aquarium
Take the children to visit the sea life who live at Horniman Museum Aquarium during your holiday to London. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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.
Tower Bridge
An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.
Buckingham Palace
Britain’s most famous home, the luxurious personal residence and workplace of Queen Elizabeth II, is open to all.
O2 Arena
Created as the focal point of Britain’s millennium celebrations, today this architectural wonder offers a world of entertainment under one enormous roof.
Wembley Stadium
Catch an event at Wembley Stadium during your trip to Wembley. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
London Afternoon Tea Bus with Prosecco
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
Official Tickets: Moco Modern & Contemporary Art Museum
Top hotels in Forest Hill
Strand Palace Hotel
Staff were all lovely , nothing too much trouble ! Great stay lovely hotel highly recommend and the welcome drinks were a nice touch as well enjoyed it very much
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Location, staff, swift check-in, swift checkout.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The Drey
We throughly enjoyed our stay. Evidently the hotel is New New, everything is perfect. Even the carpets smelt New. We stayed in a 6 berth, 2 double bunks and a single set of bunk beds, which for 5 of us was perfect. The room itself was large with plenty of space. The accessible shower/WC provided ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Royal National Hotel
Comfortable and clean even if rather ‘hostel like’ but cheap so no complaints
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Royal Garden Hotel
The staff are incredibly professional and courteous. The rooms are clean, stylish and very comfortable. The food is 5 star. The location is wonderful. Absolutely perfect. Can’t wait to visit again.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
It was clean & most importantly it was central
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Forest Hill
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
