Croydon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street London England
The price is NZ$234 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$234
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (5,987 reviews)
"No useful amenities at all. The AC and hot water would give out after the first few minutes. There was barely any room to walk in the room, tissue paper was terrible and no water or anything in there. No fresh air. I felt like I was dying"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
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$151 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$151
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and slippers. Popular attractions Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (577 reviews)
"Pods (or ‘nests’) very comfortable. Excellent sound proofing. Was woken up by someone moving around in the nest below me but presumably they were a very tall person who couldn’t fit in properly. Enough room for a large backpack or small suitcase. Pack light. Bathrooms very quiet and clean. Very chilled ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

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
The price is NZ$253 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$253
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
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 ...
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! (1,017 reviews)
"Fab hotel great location, great value for money,would book again. X"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
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! (911 reviews)
"Rockwell East is a clean, spacious property at the heart of London. Minutes away from the Tower of London and extremely walkable to many attractions of London. The room had a small kitchenette that I found very useful- especially when traveling with family with food allergies etc. The property itself ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Rockwell East
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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

Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath Full-Day Tour with Pub Lunch in Lacock

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

NZ$149
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath with Lunch in a 14th-Century Pub
London Eye Entry Ticket

London Eye Entry Ticket

NZ$68
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
London Eye Entry Ticket
London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise

London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise

NZ$40
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise
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$103
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
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Magical London: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour

NZ$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magical London: Harry Potter Guided Walking Tour
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Cities near Croydon

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London

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Bromley

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Westerham

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South Croydon

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