Orpington Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Orpington

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Darwin

While visiting Darwin, you might make a stop by sights like Down House and Kent Downs.

Darwin
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Chelsfield

Travellers like the spas in Chelsfield, and Kent Downs is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Chelsfield
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Petts Wood and Knoll

While visiting Petts Wood and Knoll, you might make a stop by sights like Jubilee Country Park and Scadbury Estate Country Park.

Petts Wood and Knoll
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Cray Valley East

If you're spending some time in Cray Valley East, Nugent Shopping Park and Orpington Golf Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Cray Valley East
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Farnborough and Crofton

While visiting Farnborough and Crofton, you might make a stop by sights like High Elms Country Park and Crofton Roman Villa.

Farnborough and Crofton
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Cray Valley West

Cray Valley West might not have many top sights, but Chislehurst Caves and Eltham Palace are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cray Valley West
Strand Palace Hotel
Strand Palace Hotel
4 out of 5
372 The Strand, London, England
The price is £180 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£180
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,120 reviews)
"This was our second time staying at the hotel. Their tea service was delicious and the breakfast was as well. Our room was comfortable but the bathrooms are very wet after using the shower. Strange layout."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Strand Palace Hotel
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street, London, England
The price is £107 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£107
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,856 reviews)
"This was an excellent hotel, especially for the cost. No frills but clean and comfortable and half as expensive as most of the other hotels in the area and in a great location - you can walk to most attractions and West End shows with ease. Will definitely stay there again the next time I’m in ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way, London, England
The price is £139 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£139
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (7,536 reviews)
"Property was great, walking distance to everything we needed"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

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 4-star aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions O2 Arena and ExCeL Exhibition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (278 reviews)
"Nothing too much trouble"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Marlin Apartments London Bridge - Empire Square
Marlin Apartments London Bridge - Empire Square
4.5 out of 5
34 Long Lane, London, England
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (531 reviews)
"The view from the apartment is fantastic and our family of four appreciated having a second bathroom. The location is great and we were able to walk to everything - Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, etc. There's a Tesco next door and a great pub, The King's Arms, within easy ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Marlin Apartments London Bridge - Empire Square
Rockwell East
Rockwell East
4 out of 5
99 Mansell Street, London, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (609 reviews)
"Great value, the location is not to be best but great value for the price"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Rockwell East
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Popular places to visit

Hyde Park showing a city, a garden and a pond

Hyde Park

4.5/5(1,861 reviews)

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.

Hyde Park
Wembley Stadium

Wembley Stadium

4.5/5(558 reviews)

Wembley Stadium is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Wembley. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Wembley Stadium
Buckingham Palace which includes a castle, a city and heritage architecture

Buckingham Palace

4.5/5(1,004 reviews)

Britain’s most famous home, the luxurious personal residence and workplace of Queen Elizabeth II, is open to all.

Buckingham Palace
Piccadilly Circus showing heritage architecture, a city and signage

Piccadilly Circus

4/5(1,953 reviews)

Often billed as the British version of Times Square, this iconic traffic hub is the perfect starting point for your London adventure.

Piccadilly Circus
O2 Arena featuring modern architecture

O2 Arena

4.5/5(625 reviews)

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.

O2 Arena
London Eye showing a city, a skyscraper and modern architecture

London Eye

4/5(1,213 reviews)

Climb aboard this observation wheel for the best bird’s-eye view of the British capital.

London Eye

Things to do

Guided Tour of Westminster Abbey with Tickets

Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Guided Tour of London

£82
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Guided Tour of London
Edinburgh station on sunny day

Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets

£250
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets
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Cities near Orpington

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Bromley

Bluewater Shopping Centre which includes a city and modern architecture

Dartford

Knole showing château or palace, heritage architecture and heritage elements

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London

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