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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Broad Green

When in Broad Green and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Whitgift Shopping Centre or Selhurst Park Stadium 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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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.

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Addiscombe

When in Addiscombe 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 Addiscombe Tram Station or Lebanon Road Tram Station.

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street London England
The price is NZ$233 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$233
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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! (5,973 reviews)
"Early check in offered but when we arrived it was not possible. Became available two hours later for an additional £40. One bed had dry blood stains on the sheet. Room was not the cleanest on arrival as there was hair left behind on the floors. Shower didn’t have a proper door which made water leak ..."

Reviewed on 15 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$145 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$145
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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 ...
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$288 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$288
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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! (984 reviews)
"Great staff! Professional, warm, and quick to help with anything we needed during our stay. They went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable, from check-in to check-out. Would definitely recommend this place based on the service alone."

Reviewed on 15 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! (897 reviews)
"Everything was great the location the staff everything went well"

Reviewed on 14 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$153
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$58
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
London Eye Entry Ticket
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

NZ$226
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise

London: Westminster to Greenwich River Thames Cruise

NZ$39
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$57
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$88
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
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Cities near Croydon

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London

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Bromley

A large brick manor surrounded by lush greenery and a winding road.

Westerham

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South Croydon

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