Farringdon Travel Guide
London
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Popular places to visit
Tower Bridge
An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.
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.
London Eye
Climb aboard this observation wheel for the best bird’s-eye view of the British capital.
Buckingham Palace
Britain’s most famous home, the luxurious personal residence and workplace of Queen Elizabeth II, is open to all.
London Bridge
Known for its association with a well-known nursery rhyme, this iconic bridge has existed in various forms for more than 2,000 years.
Wembley Stadium
Catch an event at Wembley Stadium during your trip to Wembley. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the 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
From London: Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
Top hotels in Farringdon
Yotel London City
"I stayed in a Premium Room, which was surprisingly spacious and more comfortable than I had expected. Overall, the room was very pleasant; however, the placement of the towels and towel hook inside the toilet area felt unusual and was somewhat inconvenient. One of the hotel’s strongest attributes ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, London Heathrow
"Rugs in corridor and Rooms are threadbare and smell awful. The personnel at the reception was not very welcoming. The food was very good."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
"Only had breakfast in the hotel and it was very enjoyable."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
"The view was excellent for the Tower Bridge especially at night. The room needed maintenance, the shower/ bathtub and sink takes forever to drain, and you literally has to HOLD the lever down for a long time in order for the toilet to completely flushed. This property doesn't have a GYM, you have ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
"I recently stayed at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge and had an excellent experience. The location is outstanding and hard to beat for sightseeing in London. Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, the London Eye, Uber Boat services, and several HOHO bus stops are all within easy ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
"Do not stay here! The room we got was really dirty and had one working outlet. Given that it is such a small and minimalist space, we had hoped the room would at least be clean. The bathroom had a horribly poor design with no shower door, so anytime the shower was turned on, the entire bathroom floor ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Farringdon
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 Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square 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.
City of Westminster
Big Ben and Trafalgar Square 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.
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 Liverpool Street. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.
Soho
Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.
