Balham Travel Guide
London
Popular places to visit
Hyde Park
Once the private hunting grounds of a king, London's most famous park is today a place where everyone can enjoy gardens, monuments and music performances.
Buckingham Palace
Britain’s most famous home, the luxurious personal residence and workplace of Queen Elizabeth II, is open to all.
O2 Arena
Attend music and sports events, see a movie or go bowling in one of the busiest arenas in the world, situated inside this iconic dome by the River Thames.
Tower Bridge
An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.
Piccadilly Circus
Often billed as the British version of Times Square, this iconic traffic hub is the perfect starting point for your London adventure.
Things to do
LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort Tickets
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
London Eye Experience & River Cruise Tickets
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
Best of London: Tower of London, Cruise, St. Paul's & London-Eye upgrade
Top hotels in Balham
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Good location, with large rooms and excellent staff. Rooms a little tired (as is the case with most London hotels) but very clean.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
Stayed for a long weekend, excellent location and friendly reception and bar staff. Small standard rooms, clean and well supplied with quality toiletries. Nice selection for breakfast and lots of options for coffee and teas. Evening bar staff at Haxells excellent choice of cocktails and friendly ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Everything was exceptional.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Great night’s sleep great location
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
The Drey - Kensington, Earl's Court
Excellent and friendly staff that were able to accommodate to my early check-in request. The room was clean and perfect for anyone solo traveling!
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Royal Garden Hotel
Amazing location and staff
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balham
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 Natural History Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum, and jump on the metro at South Kensington Underground Station or Gloucester Road 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.
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.
Kensington
Kensington Roof Gardens and Kensington High 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.
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.
Balham Travel Guide
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
- 3 Star Hotels in Clapham
- 4 Star Hotels in Clapham
- 5 Star Hotels in Clapham
- Serviced Apartments in Balham Underground Station
- Apartments in Balham Underground Station
- Cottages in Balham Underground Station
- Hostels in Balham Underground Station
- Houseboats in Balham Underground Station
- Holiday Homes in Balham Underground Station
- Brixton Hotels
- Hotels near Clapham Common
- Boutique Hotels in Clapham
- Cheap Hotels in Clapham
- Casino Hotels in Clapham
- Gay-Friendly Hotels in Clapham
- Grange Hotels Group in Clapham
- Hilton Hotels in Clapham
- Historic Hotels in Clapham
- Hotels with a Bar in Clapham
- Hotels with Laundry Service in Clapham
- Hotels with Parking in Clapham
- Hotels with Balcony in Clapham
- Hotels with Wifi in Clapham
- Luxury Hotels in Clapham
- Marina Hotels in Clapham
- Marriott Hotels & Resorts in Clapham
- Partner Hotels in Clapham
- Pet-Friendly Hotels in Clapham
- Spa Hotels in Clapham
- Staycity Serviced Apartments Hotels in Clapham
- Travelodge UK Hotels in Clapham
- Wedding Hotels in Clapham
- Yha Hotels in Clapham
- Clapham Hotels
- B&B in Clapham South Underground Station
- Cottages in Clapham South Underground Station
- Houseboats in Clapham South Underground Station
- Lodges in Clapham South Underground Station
- Hotels near Covent Garden Market
- All-Inclusive Hotels in England
- Hotels near Hyde Park
- Kings Cross St. Pancras Hotels
- Hotels near Leicester Square
- Hotels near Liverpool Street
- Hotels near London Bridge
- London City Centre Hotels
- Cheap Hotels in London
- London Premier Hotels in London
- Travelodge UK Hotels in London
- London Hotels
- Nightingale Hotels
- Hotels near O2 Arena
- Thornton Hotels
- Serviced Apartments in Wandsworth Common Station
- Hotels near Wandsworth Common Station
- Holiday Homes in Wandsworth Common Station
- Villas in Wandsworth Common Station
- Hotels near Wembley Stadium
- Clapham Common
- Visit Battersea
- Visit Brixton
- Visit Camberwell
- Visit Chelsea Harbour
- Visit Chelsea Riverside
- Visit Chelsea
- Visit Clapham
- Visit Coleridge Gardens
- Visit Collier's Wood
- Visit Dulwich
- Visit Fulham
- Visit Furzedown
- Visit Herne Hill
- Visit Lambeth
- Visit Lillington and Longmoore Gardens
- Visit Nine Elms
- Visit Norbury
- Visit Northcote
- Visit Pimlico
- Visit Putney
- Visit Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
- Visit South Lambeth
- Visit St. Mary's Park
- Visit Stockwell
- Visit Streatham
- Visit Tooting
- Visit Vassall
- Visit Vauxhall
- Visit Wandsworth
- Visit West Norwood
