Westminster Travel Guide

London

An iconic view of Big Ben & the Houses of Parliament over Westminster Bridge, London, UK (Oct 2014).
Westminster Abbey is one of the most well-known churches in England. It is notable as being the traditional place of coronation and burial site for English monarchs. The abbey cloisters contain the burial locations of many well-known Britons, including Geoffrey Chaucer, Charles Dickens, Rudyard Kipling, Alfred Tennyson, Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, David Livingstone, and William Wilberforce. Photography is not allowed inside the abbey. Pictures are allowed outside the building, in the cloisters and the College Garden. #architecture
I would not like a king who could obey. - Pierre Corneille Then, you would love Richard Cœur de Lion or Richard the Lionheart for he didn't obey anything but his own desires. In the words of Steven Runciman: "he was a bad son, a bad husband, and a bad king, but a gallant and splendid soldier." Perfect! We need more men of questionable character running industry and county in our time of need...I would ask heaven to help us, but I am afraid Richard and his brethren have laid siege upon the pearly gates leaving it in tattered ruins. #London https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_I_of_England
The road of excess leads to the palace of wisdom. - William Blake I suppose, David Cameron could find comfort in this quote, believing, as only a politician could, that he is merely trying to navigate his way to the palace of wisdom. #London http://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2016/apr/12/frankie-boyle-tax-havens-panama-papers
The road of excess leads to the palace of wisdom. - William Blake I suppose, David Cameron could find comfort in this quote, believing, as only a politician could, that he is merely trying to navigate his way to the palace of wisdom. #London http://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2016/apr/12/frankie-boyle-tax-havens-panama-papers

Popular places to visit

Big Ben featuring a city, heritage architecture and a monument

Big Ben

4/5(1,061 reviews)

One of London’s most resounding landmarks is a treasured emblem of England.

Big Ben
Westminster Abbey featuring heritage architecture, religious elements and a city

Westminster Abbey

4.5/5(369 reviews)

The heart and soul of the nation’s spiritual life is also England’s finest example of ecclesiastic architecture.

Westminster Abbey
Houses of Parliament which includes heritage architecture, a monument and a river or creek

Houses of Parliament

4/5(231 reviews)

Delve into British politics at this historic complex, the meeting place of the House of Commons and the House of Lords.

Houses of Parliament
Victoria Palace Theatre which includes heritage architecture, signage and theatre scenes

Victoria Palace Theatre

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Attend a spectacular production in the large domed auditorium of this celebrated institution with a rich and eclectic theatrical history.

Victoria Palace Theatre
Westminster Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and a square or plaza

Westminster Cathedral

4/5(5 reviews)

Peer down over London from the summit of the tower and examine the intricate mosaics and exquisite marble designs of the cathedral interior.

Westminster Cathedral
Parliament Square featuring heritage architecture and an administrative buidling

Parliament Square

Visit this grassy plaza for a view of Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and other historic structures that are synonymous with London.

Parliament Square

Things to do

Skip-the-Line London Eye Experience Tickets

Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket

฿2,135
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort Tickets

LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort Tickets

฿1,339
per traveller
78% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort Tickets
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional River Cruise

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

฿961
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Tour

Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Tour

฿959
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Tour
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

฿670
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
London Eye + River Cruise Experience Tickets

London Eye Experience & River Cruise Tickets

฿1,925
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
London Eye Experience & River Cruise Tickets
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Top hotels in Westminster

Hub By Premier Inn London Westminster - Westminster Abbey

Hub By Premier Inn London Westminster - Westminster Abbey

3 out of 5
21 Tothill Street London England
The price is ฿3,279 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿3,279
per night
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop/cafe. Popular attractions Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (591 reviews)
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Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Hub By Premier Inn London Westminster - Westminster Abbey
Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster

Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster

4 out of 5
30 John Islip Street London England
The price is ฿3,544 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿3,544
per night
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,385 reviews)
I stayed here for several nights while exploring London and taking day trips to Cambridge and Windsor as part of an Expedia package that included my flight at a reasonable price. The concierge staff were efficient and friendly, and housekeeping serviced the room each day. One thing I noticed was ...

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster
St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London

St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London

4 out of 5
54 Buckingham Gate London England
The price is ฿7,894 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
฿7,894
per night
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this spa hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,655 reviews)
Taj was doing construction and didn’t notify us until a week before our booking, leaving us with little option. The entire lobby was in construction. Dust everywhere near by. We couldn’t have friends meet us there and it wasn’t the experience we paid for. The managers evaded us the whole time regardless ...

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

St. James' Court, A Taj Hotel, London
The Rubens at the Palace

The Rubens at the Palace

5 out of 5
39 Buckingham Palace Road London England
The price is ฿7,877 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿7,877
per night
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Stay at this luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 4 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Excellent hospitality and guest service. Received assistance with orientation and calls to ensure satisfaction with room and hospitality

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

The Rubens at the Palace
Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is ฿5,173 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
฿5,173
per night
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,984 reviews)
The laundry service was very good.

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is ฿4,419 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿4,419
per night
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (9,492 reviews)
Friendly staff . Position of hotel excellent , convenient for walking out and exploring . Our view from the room was excellent , only downside , furniture could go with makeover and shower would only work out of the hand held attachment not the overhead

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
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Other neighbourhoods around Westminster

Admiralty Arch showing heritage architecture

City of Westminster

4.5/5(2,564 area reviews)

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.

City of Westminster
Carnaby Street featuring a square or plaza as well as a large group of people

London City Centre

4.5/5(21 area reviews)

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.

London City Centre
London showing a bridge, a city and heritage architecture

Waterloo

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

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.

Waterloo
Mayfair

Mayfair

Travellers love Mayfair for its popular shops, and you can see more of London by jumping on the metro at Bond Street Underground Station or Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Oxford Street and Bond Street.

Mayfair
London showing heritage elements, markets and signage

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.

Covent Garden
Soho

Soho

Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.

Soho

Westminster Travel Guide