Aldgate Travel Guide
London
Popular places to visit
The Gherkin
Marvel at this innovative building with a spiral design that resembles a pickled cucumber in the center of London’s skyline.
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.
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.
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.
Piccadilly Circus
Often billed as the British version of Times Square, this iconic traffic hub is the perfect starting point for your London adventure.
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 Aldgate
Strand Palace Hotel
"The check-in at 16 and check out at 11am it’s crazy"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Mason & Fifth - Westbourne Park
"Nice friendly staff and lovely lounge area food was really good and the room was really nice only thing missing was a mirror near a plug for doing hair.. Also bed very small but made up for being comfy and nice bedding."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
"We did not get the room we booked! Witch was important to us."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
"Fantastic deals during fall and winter."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel
"Overall very good would recommend"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
"AC did not work well and randomly shut off in the middle of the night. Combined with no windows it reached sauna temperatures and made sleeping difficult."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Aldgate
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.
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.
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.
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 London Transport Museum 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.
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.
