Croydon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A modern train station with a green and blue train, a glass building labeled "House of Fraser," and a clear sky.
A historic red-brick building with a clock tower, surrounded by a well-maintained park with benches and a clear sky.
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Our guide on where to stay in Croydon

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A park with cherry blossom trees, a sign reading 'Park Hill', and a pathway.
Photo by Peter Trimming
Open Photo by Peter Trimming

Fairfield

If you're spending time in Fairfield, check out sights like Fairfields Halls or Whitgift Shopping Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at East Croydon Tram Station or East Croydon Tram Station.

A cityscape with modern buildings, including a tall skyscraper and a university building.

Addiscombe

When in Addiscombe and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Fairfields Halls or Whitgift Shopping Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Addiscombe Tram Station or Lebanon Road Tram Station.

A serene river with ducks, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage, under a partly cloudy sky.

Waddon

While you're in Waddon, take in top sights like Former Croydon Airport Terminal and jump on the metro at Wandle Park Tram Station to see more of the city.

A brick church with a cross, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and flowering bushes.
Photo by John Salmon
Open Photo by John Salmon

Broad Green

When in Broad Green and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Whitgift Shopping Centre or Fairfields Halls and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Waddon Marsh Tram Station or Waddon Marsh Tram Station.

A football stadium with blue and red seats, a green field, and a cloudy sky.
Photo by Brad Walker
Open Photo by Brad Walker

Selhurst

Though Selhurst may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Selhurst Park Stadium and Whitgift Shopping Centre.

Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is NZ$361 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$361
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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. ...
Strand Palace Hotel
Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

2 out of 5
91-92 Dean Street London England
The price is NZ$159 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$159
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and slippers. Popular attractions Piccadilly Circus and The British Museum are located ...
Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$341 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
NZ$341
13 Dec - 14 Dec
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! (10,968 reviews)
"Impressed with the location, staff, good. Rooms were basic but good, pillows and duvet were comfy."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
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Westciti Caroco Aparthotel

Westciti Caroco Aparthotel

3.5 out of 5
35 Morland Avenue Croydon England
Stay at this aparthotel in Croydon. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attraction ...
8.2/10 Very good! (454 reviews)
"Clean and reliable apartments and friendly helpful staff!"

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2026

Westciti Caroco Aparthotel
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 London are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,191 reviews)
"Great property. Great location!"

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Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
1 Bed Apartment Sleeps 2 With Wi-fi & Tv

1 Bed Apartment Sleeps 2 With Wi-fi & Tv

3.5 out of 5
Royal Carriage Mews London England
Stay at this apartment in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room washers/dryers and in-room deep-soaking baths. Popular attractions Excel London and The Arena are ...
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Stay near popular Croydon attractions

Selhurst Park Stadium

4.0/10 (3 reviews)
Catch an event at Selhurst Park Stadium during your trip to London. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
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Activities

London Eye Entry Ticket

London Eye Entry Ticket

NZ$68
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
London Eye Entry Ticket
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath Full-Day Tour with Pub Lunch in Lacock

Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath with Lunch in a 14th-Century Pub

NZ$186
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath with Lunch in a 14th-Century Pub
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional River Cruise

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

NZ$59
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Skip-the-Line London Eye Experience Tickets

Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket

NZ$104
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
London Afternoon Tea Bus with Prosecco

Afternoon Tea Bus with Panoramic Tour of London

NZ$110
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Afternoon Tea Bus with Panoramic Tour of London
Fully guided Paris Day Trip with Cruise & Eiffel Tower Lunch

Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise

NZ$589
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise
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Cities near Croydon

The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben in London, with a red double-decker bus crossing the Lambeth Bridge.

London

A tall stone tower with a clock, surrounded by trees.

Bromley

A red brick building with a Tudor-style roof, a flower bed, and a street with cars and a white van.
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Westerham

An aerial view of a cityscape with dense urban development, including high-rise buildings and a mix of commercial and residential structures.

South Croydon

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