Hackney Travel Guide
London
Popular places to visit
Hackney Empire
Enjoy a performance at Hackney Empire, a theatre with a story to tell in London. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Geffrye Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Geffrye Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in London. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this vibrant area.
Copper Box Arena
Catch an event at Copper Box Arena during your trip to London. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Hoxton Square
After visiting Hoxton Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in London. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
London Fields
London Fields is just one of the places to see in London, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Regent's Canal
Regent's Canal is just one of the places to see in London, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
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 Hackney
One Hundred Shoreditch
The staff were excellent and the room was very clean with good amenities. The hotel itself is a good 20 to 25 minute walk from the closest tube and the directions a little confusing. In retrospect would recommend taking a taxi from the tube to the hotel and back again. There are a number of restaurants ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Aethos Hotel London Shoreditch
Great area to stay!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Point A London Shoreditch
The location was good, the staff were all great - helpful, friendly. We arrived back at 3am and while searching for my key, someone came and let us in to the lobby. Really nice. The room was very small but fine for a night or two with just one or two people. We had a windowless room which was wonderfully ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Hoxton Shoreditch
Hotel was modern clean crew were very helpful and professional, the restaurant was amazing , especially the roof top lama inn
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Virgin Hotels London-Shoreditch
Lovely hotel, great place to stay. Would definitely book again
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
citizenM London Shoreditch
Was a lovely clean room. Great view across London. Only slight thing that didn’t seem to work properly was temperature control as was very hot over night and didn’t have a tea/coffee making facilities. But that’s it, greatly situated, comfy bed and nice shower. Would def go back
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hackney
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
