Orpington Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Orpington

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Darwin

While visiting Darwin, you might make a stop by sights like Down House and Kent Downs.

Darwin
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Chelsfield

Travellers like the spas in Chelsfield, and Kent Downs is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Chelsfield
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Petts Wood and Knoll

While visiting Petts Wood and Knoll, you might make a stop by sights like Jubilee Country Park and Scadbury Estate Country Park.

Petts Wood and Knoll
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Cray Valley East

If you're spending some time in Cray Valley East, Nugent Shopping Park and Orpington Golf Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Cray Valley East
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Downe

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Downe. You might want to make time for a stop at Down House or High Elms Country Park.

Downe
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Cray Valley West

Cray Valley West might not have many top sights, but Chislehurst Caves and Eltham Palace are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cray Valley West
Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿6,433 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿6,433
฿7,719 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,174 reviews)
"centrally located excellent restaurants nearby safe and very walkable!"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Strand Palace Hotel
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street, London, England
The price is ฿6,583 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿6,583
฿7,900 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,964 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way, London, England
The price is ฿4,671 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿4,671
฿5,605 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (7,658 reviews)
"We had a good time and the view from our room is stunning. However, the flooring is clean I believe but outdated. It can be streamed-line. But to sum it up … I recommend this place. Especially if like to stay near the city center."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
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Vertus Edit Canary Wharf

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf

4 out of 5
3 & 15 West Lane, London, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions O2 Arena and ExCeL Exhibition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (323 reviews)
"We stayed here for an affordable option close to the O2 arena, it was very clean, and the staff (specifically Simon) were so welcoming, accommodating and helpful, he managed to find us a room and get us checked in early so that we could leave our stuff in our room due to having plans out that afternoon. ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Rockwell East

Rockwell East

4 out of 5
99 Mansell Street, London, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (628 reviews)
Nice place but avoid breakfast!
"Positive: Room great people nice, location easy Negatives: near DLR so the hotel can physically shake when a train goes past! Breakfast is rubbish, go round the corner to Pret!"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Rockwell East
Marlin Apartments London Bridge - Empire Square

Marlin Apartments London Bridge - Empire Square

4.5 out of 5
34 Long Lane, London, England
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (546 reviews)
"Good location. Convenient store next door"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Marlin Apartments London Bridge - Empire Square
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Popular places to visit

Hyde Park showing a city, a garden and a pond

Hyde Park

4.5/5(1,861 reviews)

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.

Hyde Park
Wembley Stadium

Wembley Stadium

4.5/5(558 reviews)

Catch an event at Wembley Stadium during your trip to Wembley. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Wembley Stadium
Piccadilly Circus showing heritage architecture, a city and signage

Piccadilly Circus

4/5(1,953 reviews)

Often billed as the British version of Times Square, this iconic traffic hub is the perfect starting point for your London adventure.

Piccadilly Circus
Buckingham Palace which includes a castle, a city and heritage architecture

Buckingham Palace

4.5/5(1,004 reviews)

Britain’s most famous home, the luxurious personal residence and workplace of Queen Elizabeth II, is open to all.

Buckingham Palace
O2 Arena featuring modern architecture

O2 Arena

4.5/5(625 reviews)

Created as the focal point of Britain’s millennium celebrations, today this architectural wonder offers a world of entertainment under one enormous roof.

O2 Arena
Tower Bridge showing a bridge, heritage architecture and a river or creek

Tower Bridge

4.5/5(1,137 reviews)

An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.

Tower Bridge

Things to do

Guided Tour of Westminster Abbey with Tickets

Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Guided Tour of London

฿3,374
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Guided Tour of London
Fully guided Paris Day Trip with Cruise & Eiffel Tower Lunch

Paris Guided Day trip from London with Optional Lunch at the Eiffel Tower

฿11,556
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Paris Guided Day trip from London with Optional Lunch at the Eiffel Tower
London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise

London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise

฿591
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise
Changing of the Guard Walking Tour in London

Changing of the Guard Walking Tour in London

฿613
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Changing of the Guard Walking Tour in London
Red double-decker bus on the streets of London in the evening

See Over 30 Top London Sights! Fun Local Guide!!

฿1,852
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
See Over 30 Top London Sights! Fun Local Guide!!
Must-See London: Private & Personalized Walking Tour with a Local Host

Must-See London: Private & Personalized Walking Tour with a Local Host

฿7,442
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Must-See London: Private & Personalized Walking Tour with a Local Host
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Bluewater Shopping Centre which includes a city and modern architecture

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Chartwell featuring a garden

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