Hackney Downs Travel Guide
London
Visit Hackney Downs
Popular places to visit
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.
Buckingham Palace
Britain’s most famous home, the luxurious personal residence and workplace of Queen Elizabeth II, is open to all.
Piccadilly Circus
Often billed as the British version of Times Square, this iconic traffic hub is the perfect starting point for your London adventure.
Tower Bridge
An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.
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.
Big Ben
One of London’s most resounding landmarks is a treasured emblem of England.
Things to do
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
London Eye Experience & River Cruise Tickets
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Tour
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
Top hotels in Hackney Downs
Strand Palace Hotel
Great choice for single travellers. The rooms are small
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Best thing about it was the view room gets very stuffy when it's hot no power plugs on the sides of the bed bit annoying. No ac
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Quite a wait to check in. The room didn’t have robes and we could have used them to go to the pool as the changing rooms were shut. There were only 2 dry communal rooms available and they seemed angry when we locked the door! Just got there in time to avoid massive queues for breakfast which was ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Great location, clean, very hot rooms, no privacy as bathroom had no lock and felt very exposed going to toilet and shower.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Royal Garden Hotel
Breakfast had a great choice, staff were all very kind and attentive. Room very comfortable and clean.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
Breakfast menu good, plenty of choice
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hackney Downs
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.
Kings Cross St. Pancras
Kings Cross St. Pancras is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like St Pancras Chambers and British Library. See more of London by jumping on the metro at King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station.
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 Oxford Street, and jump on the metro at Euston Square Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station to see more of the city.
Fitzrovia
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oxford Street to Tottenham Court Road – discover Fitzrovia, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
