Cathedrals Travel Guide
London
Visit Cathedrals
Popular places to visit
Borough Market
Get tips from traders and browse the artisanal food and healthy smoothies packing the stalls of this London stalwart that dates back more than 1,000 years.
Tate Modern
An abandoned power station on the banks of the Thames is the ideal home for Britain’s national gallery of modern art.
Globe Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Globe Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Imperial War Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Imperial War Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to London. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Southwark Cathedral
The founder of Harvard University was baptized in this oldest Gothic church in London. Marvel at its stained glass and opulent chapels.
Oxo Tower Wharf
Find out about the history of London when you spend time at Oxo Tower Wharf. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene 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
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
London Big Ticket - London Eye, Madame Tussauds & SEA LIFE
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
Top hotels in Cathedrals
Sea Containers London
"Great location and hotel facilities"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
"It was an overnight stay, no breakfast. Staff friendly and helpful, room clean. Tea and coffee making facilities in room, but only two tiny portions of milk. Didn't have time to ask for more"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Mason & Fifth - Westbourne Park
"Excellent throughout"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
"I thought the property overall was good and very central but the breakfast not so great and you couldn’t use the pool without a booking or the gym so it was almost impossible to enjoy the hotel amenities as too many people inside the hotel during our stay maybe next time but overall ok for the extreme ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
"The view of the Tower Bridge and the location is excellent. The breakfast buffet has several options. The room we stayed in was nice enough, but the hotel is quite old and could overall need some renovation. I would stay there again!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel
"Very good breakfast. Hotel restaurant also was very good. Concierge did a great job assisting with obtaining rides for going to Windsor and the airport."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cathedrals
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.
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.
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.
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.
