Ilford Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Tower Bridge in London, with the River Thames in the foreground and the Houses of Parliament in the background.
A brick archway with a wooden door, surrounded by lush greenery and a pond with swans.
A river with a bridge and modern buildings in the background.
A forest with tall trees and a field of purple flowers.
A cityscape with modern high-rise buildings, a train station, and a river in the background.

Where to stay in Ilford

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A brick archway with a wooden door, surrounded by lush greenery and a pond with swans.

Valentines

While Valentines may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Hospital Chapel of St Mary & St Thomas and Ilford Golf Club.

Newbury Park

If you're passing through Newbury Park, you may want to check out its restaurants. From there, jump on the metro at Newbury Park Station to see more of the area.

A wet grassy field with a fence, parked cars, and buildings in the background.
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Open Photo by Snidge

Seven Kings

The restaurants and parks are just a few features travellers like about Seven Kings. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Valence House Museum and Fairlop Waters Country Park are a few top places to visit.

An interior of a church with rows of pews, a high arched stained glass window, and a pulpit.
Photo by John Salmon
Open Photo by John Salmon

Loxford

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Loxford and surrounding area, you can visit The Hospital Chapel of St Mary & St Thomas and East Ham Leisure Centre.

A park with a pond, ducks, geese, and pigeons.

Clementswood

While visiting Clementswood, you might make a stop by sights like Redbridge Museum and Cineworld London - Ilford.

Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is £196 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£196
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,375 reviews)
"Perfect location, friendly and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel

2 out of 5
91-92 Dean Street London England
The price is £88 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£88
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and climate control. Popular attractions Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (67 reviews)
"A great choice for a short stay. Comfortable, quiet and clean."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is £149 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£149
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (10,241 reviews)
"Excellent stay and breakfast was wonderful. Close to tube station and many dining options nearby."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
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Vertus Edit Canary Wharf

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf

4 out of 5
3 & 15 West Lane London England
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions The Arena and ExCeL Exhibition Centre ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (810 reviews)
"Lovely quite location in Canery Wharf only 5 mins from Jubilee Line. Plenty to do and see close by. Staff were lovely. We were there on the hottest week of the year and unfortunately no air con in rooms. Only fan which helped a bit. Too hot to leave window open. Therefore uncomfortable nights sleeping. ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Citadines Trafalgar Square London

Citadines Trafalgar Square London

4 out of 5
18/21 Northumberland Avenue London England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,889 reviews)
"I have stayed at this hotel 6 times now. All booked thru Hotels.com. The last three occasions I was given the smallest rooms. As a solo traveler I've come to expect this. The picture online never matches what you get. Not sure I'll stay there again. I like the location but not always being put in ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026

Citadines Trafalgar Square London
Rockwell East

Rockwell East

4 out of 5
99 Mansell Street London England
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (850 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, staff was pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was pretty good."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026

Rockwell East
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Stay near popular Ilford attractions

A park with a paved path, colorful autumn foliage, and a clear blue sky.
Photo by Sanober Asif
Open Photo by Sanober Asif

Valentines Park

7.2/5 (46 reviews)
Valentines Park is just one of the places to see in Ilford, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Tower of London Tickets with Beefeater Tour & Crown Jewels

The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour

£37
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional River Cruise

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

£27
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

£99
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
Westminster Abbey in London

Westminster Abbey Tickets

£14
per child
86% of travellers recommend
Westminster Abbey Tickets
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket

Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket

£51
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
sunset at Windsor Castle in London

Windsor Castle Admission Tickets

£32
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle Admission Tickets
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Cities near Ilford

Two red double-decker buses on a city street with historic buildings in the background.

London

A cricket field with players in white uniforms, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
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Woodford Green

The Tower Bridge at night with illuminated blue lights, a river in the foreground, and a city skyline in the background.

Barking

A historic stone church with a tall tower and arched windows, surrounded by mature trees and a cemetery.

Dagenham

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