Camden Travel Guide
London
Popular places to visit
The British Museum
Originally created as a “cabinet of curiosities,” Britain’s oldest museum has grown into a treasure house of humanity’s greatest achievements.
Russell Square
Find out about the history of London when you take a trip to Russell Square. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Hampstead Heath
After visiting Hampstead Heath, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in London. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Camden Markets
Shop until you drop, sample food from around the world and attend live music events at the colorful markets of Camden Town.
Primrose Hill
Old-world lanterns and tributes to Blake and Shakespeare add a literary layer to this green knoll, which has one of London’s six protected viewpoints.
British Library
You can browse the exhibits at British Library, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to London. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
London in a Day: Tower of London, Westminster Abbey & River Cruise
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
Top hotels in Camden
Royal National Hotel
Our room was on the back of the builfing on the north side. It was very quit and close to the elevator. The hotel was convenient for getting around the city by tube.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
President Hotel
The President is a decent and affordable hotel handy for Euston and king’s Cross, close to Russell Square and the Tube Station, lots of restaurants, cafes and bars and it’s an easy walk to thectheatre district. It’s not fancy but you tend to just sleep in the room when in London and my wife and I ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Point A London Kings Cross - St Pancras
Walking distance from king cross station.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
STG Hotel London Oxford Street
Room was nice and clean/ big, shower was good .. bed was a little hard but slept well . It was just the little things that was missing like hand towels (only one dressing grown) no bin liner and no sugar for tea and coffee so just the little things were missing. Little fridge was a nice ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Bedford Hotel
All good. Can’t say a bad word about the place.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Tavistock Hotel
We had a terrible night. There is bowling alley/karaoke bar/night club in its basement and the noisy went on until 3am. We had to catch a train at 6am so we hardly slept. The room was small however it was clean. This was not worth what I paid for it.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Camden
Marylebone
Marylebone is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Oxford Street and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Baker Street Station or Marylebone Underground Station.
Fitzrovia
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oxford Street to Tottenham Court Road – discover Fitzrovia, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Paddington
Paddington Central and The Grosvenor Victoria Casino London are top sights in Paddington, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Paddington Underground Station or Edgware Road (Bakerloo) Underground Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
West End
Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square are a few top attractions in West End. Hop around the city on the metro at Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station or Oxford Circus Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
