Kentish Town Travel Guide
London
Visit Kentish Town
Popular places to visit
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.
Buckingham Palace
Britain’s most famous home, the luxurious personal residence and workplace of Queen Elizabeth II, is open to all.
Tower Bridge
An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.
Tower of London
One of the world’s most well-preserved medieval castles, this historic building is known for its fascinating and gruesome history.
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 Kentish Town
Strand Palace Hotel
"The location is perfect! Very close to covent garden and Charing Cross stations, a theater across the street (buy tickets in advance as Paddington is sold out until later in year), area is very walkable, lots of restaurant and shopping stores around, a M&S food market, comfortable walking distance ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, London Heathrow
"Excellent place to stay near the airport. Easy to get to with the Hotel Hoppa.Room was clean and quiet. Staff was extremely helpful in helping with my return to the airport with the Hoppa bus, making sure I did not miss it."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
"We would not stay here again. We had 2 rooms and the air cooling system was not working in either room and it was a boiling hot day. We managed to get one of the rooms changed and were provided with an air cooler however the other room was boiling and not a great night’s sleep as a result. Great ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
"Dirty. Rooms need a refresh"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
"We were on the 2nd floor and club music played until after 2am every night we were there. It sounded like it was in the room with us it was so loud. Also, the shower flooded the room every time we showered. The location was good. The staff was minimal. There is no phone to communicate you have to ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza London The Westminster
"Great hotel and incredibly helpful staff"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kentish Town
Kings Cross St. Pancras
Kings Cross St. Pancras is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Russell Square and St Pancras Chambers. See more of London by jumping on the metro at King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station.
Islington
O2 Academy Islington and Union Chapel are top sights in Islington, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Angel Underground Station or Highbury & Islington Overground Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
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.
Soho
Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.
