Raynes Park Travel Guide
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![Waterloo - Salisbury train passing Raynes Park. View eastward, towards Wimbledon and Waterloo: ex-LSW Waterloo - Woking and the West main line; junction of the line to Epsom, Dorking etc. - controlled by the signalbox behind the locomotive. The 18.54 Waterloo - Salisbury semi-fast is headed by SR rebuilt Bulleid Light Pacific No. 34048 'Crediton' (built 11/46, rebuilt 3/59, withdrawn 3/66). The view is from the Up main platform, Raynes Park having Up and Down sides staggered. [One of my few colour photographs of railways in those days].](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179539/c4231239-9e43-490f-846e-af0135b41b89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Lake on Cannon Hill Common. View northward, off Cannon Hill Lane. [It seems to have no inlet or outlet, so where does the water come from?]](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179539/a2d34adf-0685-47b6-91ad-fb6260a62932.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 theatre scene.
O2 Arena
O2 Arena is a popular theatre with a storied past in London. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace is just one of the places to see in London, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries 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 notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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.
Top hotels in Raynes Park
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Mattress protector fitted upside down on the bed, no shower gel in shower and hose for shower broken and spraying water in all directions....saying that the staff were very nice especially at breakfast
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Royal National Hotel
Room fab,clean and comfy,staff very helpful
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
Room was in good condition but very small and badly designed and appointed. Ambiance in breakfast is pretty awful but full marks to the staff for processing so many people so efficiently and to the kitchen staff for keeping the food supplies topped up.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
clean, quiet room, convenient location
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Royal Garden Hotel
The staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
President Hotel
Staff were really friendly and helpful. Rooms where clean, fresh and a decent size. We didn't eat so I can't comment but the restaurant looked really good. Great location, would deffinatly stay again.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Raynes Park
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.
South Kensington
Known for its fascinating museums and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in South Kensington. Check out top attractions like Royal Albert Hall and Kensington High Street, and jump on the metro at South Kensington Underground Station or Gloucester Road Underground Station to see more of the city.
Kensington
Kensington High Street and Kensington Church Street 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.
Notting Hill
Notting Hill is highly notable for its beautiful gardens, and you might want to visit top sights like Portobello Road Market and Westbourne Grove. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Holland Park Underground Station or Ladbroke Grove Underground Station.
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.
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.
