Cathedrals Travel Guide
London
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Popular places to visit
Borough Market
Get tips from traders and browse the artisanal food and healthy smoothies packing the stalls of this London stalwart that dates back more than 1,000 years.
Tate Modern
An abandoned power station on the banks of the Thames is the ideal home for Britain’s national gallery of modern art.
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 theatre scene.
Imperial War Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Imperial War Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to London. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Oxo Tower Wharf
Find out about the history of London when you spend time at Oxo Tower Wharf. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Southwark Cathedral
The founder of Harvard University was baptized in this oldest Gothic church in London. Marvel at its stained glass and opulent chapels.
Things to do
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
From London: Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
Golden Tours Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with River Cruise
Top hotels in Cathedrals
Sea Containers London
"Very good area!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
"Overall, the hotel was perfect for what I needed/requested for my trip."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, London Heathrow
"Great location, with a McDonald’s next-door and a pub across the road, we had secure parking and our room was perfect after being on the road trip that day, and it was very convenient to drop the hire car up the road and get to terminal 5 to carry on our holiday."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
"Would not recommend at all, found the staff extremely unhelpful and inflexible. I recommend the Doubletree Tower Hill instead, it's quieter, often cheaper, and the service was excellent."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
"Not a fan of the fee for early check in, staff was kinda rude everytime I spoke to them, cafe closed early even though it was like a food restaurant as well so not really accessible, vending machine inside was SO expensive & hotel located in not the greatest area to go out in at night. Other than ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
"Nice location, walk to lots of tourist attractions"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Cathedrals
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 Trafalgar 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.
Covent Garden
The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or London Transport Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.
City of Westminster
Big Ben and Trafalgar Square 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.
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 London Guildhall. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.
Soho
Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.
