Southwark Travel Guide
London
Popular places to visit
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.
The Shard
Learn about the local history of London when you spend time at The Shard. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Borough Market
During your trip to London, you can enjoy retail therapy at Borough Market. Visit the stunning cathedral and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Tate Modern
You can browse the exhibits at Tate Modern, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to London. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Globe Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Globe Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
HMS Belfast
You can browse the exhibits at HMS Belfast, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Top hotels in Southwark
Sea Containers London
Beautiful new hotel in a fantastic location on the South Bank - super close to transport options - and really cool, quiet rooms with amazing views over the river and city
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
a&o London Docklands Riverside
Hotel was exactly what we needed in the area we were
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
The Lalit London
Friendly staff, clean and spacious room and fantastic location
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Shangri-La The Shard, London
Everything you would expect from the Shangri-La. Great service, great rooms. The Shard is a unique building. It is iconic. The views of London are unparalleled. Really enjoy staying on South Bank. Easy access to everything via the London Bridge tube station.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
City London Hotel
Very friendly staff, room very adequate and nice views of the shard. Good breakfast
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Bermonds Locke, Tower Bridge
Business stay for 1 night, late check in & early depart.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwark
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 Billingsgate Market. 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 Royal Festival Hall, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.
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 Liverpool Street. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.
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.
London City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.
