South Kensington Travel Guide
London
Visit South Kensington
Popular places to visit
Royal Albert Hall
Enjoy a performance at Royal Albert Hall, a theatre with a story to tell in London. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this culturally rich area.
Natural History Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Natural History Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Imperial College London
Explore the campus of Imperial College London as part of your travels around London. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this culturally rich area.
Victoria and Albert Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Victoria and Albert Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Science Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Science Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in London. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this vibrant area.
Hyde Park
Hyde Park is just one of the places to see in London, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the notable monuments and shops in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in South Kensington
Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington
Great service
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
The Rembrandt
Great location, lovely breakfast, mostly helpful staff, aging room was fine but nothing spectacular
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court
Close to Earl´s Court Underground station, quite central to get to other destinations and about 30 minutes with Underground to Heathrow. Perfect for a short stay
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
The Bailey's Hotel London Kensington
The concierge staff were fabulous. Helped with information on best ways to travel during tube strike and recommendations of restaurants and pubs. The check-in was easy and the young woman at the desk was very polite. Ramsa was very helpful with our breakfast needs. This is our third time staying ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Millennium Hotel and Conference Centre Gloucester London
Staff was friendly and helpful. Breakfast was ok.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
100 Queen's Gate Hotel London Kensington, Curio Collection by Hilton
The breakfast menu needs improvement and the space is too crowded
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Kensington
Chelsea
Museums, theatres and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Chelsea. Sights like Royal Hospital Chelsea and Saatchi Gallery are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater London area at Sloane Square Underground Station.
Kensington
Kensington High Street and Kensington Roof Gardens are a few top attractions in Kensington. Hop around the city on the metro at High Street Kensington Station or Notting Hill Gate Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, beautiful gardens and charming cafes.
Paddington
Paddington Central and The Grosvenor Victoria Casino London are top sights in Paddington, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Paddington Underground Station or Edgware Road (Bakerloo) Underground Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
Mayfair
Travellers love Mayfair for its popular shops, and you can see more of London by jumping on the metro at Bond Street Underground Station or Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Oxford Street and Bond Street.
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.
