Downe Travel Guide
London
Popular places to visit
Down House
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Down House during your trip to Orpington. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area or seek out the golf courses.
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 shops and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Big Ben
Learn about the history of Big Ben, one of the top monuments in London. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
O2 Arena
O2 Arena is a popular theatre with a storied past in London. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Tower Bridge
After visiting Tower Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
London Bridge
London Bridge is just one of the places to see in London, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Downe
Strand Palace Hotel
Wonderful breakfast. Clean room.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Check in was easy using the kiosk and our family room was lovely and spacious however there is a severe shortage of sockets within the room. It’s been a long time since I stayed in a hotel anywhere where I couldn’t charge my phone beside the bed! The weekend we stayed was cold and wintery -1 and ...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Great room and it has an amazing location! The room was very clean when we arrived, the staff were really nice and the breakfast is a great buffet option! Overall a great experience.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Royal National Hotel
Friendly staff, good location
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
The Grand at Trafalgar Square
Older hotel, but made up with it from the friendly staff, comfy bed, fluffy pillows, storage space, free water/bottles, and toiletries. Plus, the location was incredibly ideal for our trip because major busses stop out front and it's near 2 tube stations and Trafalgar Square and the Jubilee Bridge. ...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Room was clean as always. Lots of noise which sounded like building work on the floor above me. Staff friendly but there was a lot less of them on this trip. Stayed here a few times now but this one may have been my last. The amount of guests they are trying to accommodate with the capsules opening ...
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downe
Canary Wharf
Canary Wharf is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Museum of London Docklands and Thames River. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station.
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 Southbank Centre, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.
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.
City of Westminster
Big Ben and Piccadilly Circus 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 London Guildhall. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.
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.
