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Hampstead is known for being walkable and economical with many neighborhood options for restaurants, bars, and coffee shops. You can experience some local theater, or enjoy the natural beauty of the parks. A stay at one of Hampstead's hotels makes it easy to venture out into the greater London area.

Sightseeing around Hampstead

The area's storied past is told through the monuments and historic sites, while local museums and theaters add a sense of refinement. You can buy tickets to live performances at Everyman Cinemas - Hampstead, Hampstead Theatre, and The Tricycle Theatre. Attractions like Keats House, Freud Museum, and Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum can be part of your cultural tour. BT Tower, Marble Arch, and Alexandra Palace are monuments worth a look. Swing by Burgh House, Kenwood House, and Dickens House to learn about local history. Create some family memories at London Zoo, The Castle Climbing Centre, and Mill Hill Rugby Club.

Many visitors like to do some shopping while in town, but there are a number of other activities. An enjoyable day at the park is awaiting you at Hampstead Heath, Highgate Ponds, or Primrose Hill. Explore nature at Highbury Fields and Clissold Park. For retail therapy, consider Swiss Cottage Farmers' Market, Brent Cross Shopping Centre, and Whiteleys Shopping Centre, and seek out the perfect souvenir. A visit to Lord's Cricket Ground, Emirates Stadium, or Selfridges won't disappoint either.

A few of the most popular sights in the area include Trafalgar Square, Royal Albert Hall, and King's College London. London Business School, Regent's Park, and Queen Mary's Gardens will also leave an impression.

Getting around Hampstead

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Hampstead Underground Station, Belsize Park Underground Station, or Finchley Road Underground Station. To see the sights outside of town, hop aboard a train. London Hampstead Heath Station is the closet train station, but London Finchley Road And Frognal Station and London West Hampstead Station are also nearby.

Hampstead is 10.2 miles (16.5 km) from the airport in London (LCY-London City). The next closest airport is London (LHR-Heathrow), located 13.3 miles (21.4 km) away.