Downe Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Down House
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Down House during your trip to Orpington. Discover the lively bars in this vibrant area or seek out the golf courses.
Hyde Park
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.
Tower Bridge
This world-famous landmark is at the heart of modern London life, and a testament to the city’s rich engineering and commercial history.
O2 Arena
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.
London Bridge
Known for its association with a well-known nursery rhyme, this iconic bridge has existed in various forms for more than 2,000 years.
Big Ben
Since first sounding in 1859, Big Ben has been one of the most treasured symbols of Britain.
Activities
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath with Lunch in a 14th-Century Pub
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
London: The View from The Shard
Windsor Castle Admission Tickets
Our pick of the best Downe Hotel Deals
Strand Palace Hotel
Lovely hotel very clean/ great service ideal location for the savoy theatre would recommend
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Location is great and view was amazing ! Staff are very accommodating! The room is fine, sink not draining well and tap was also difficult to twist to turn the water off. The restaurant dining is great! The breakfast was nice. Overall we had a great stay!
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
The Grand at Trafalgar Square
Great location but dated rooms. Courteous staff
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Excellent
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Mitre House Hotel
Spotless room, helpful and friendly stuff, unbeatable location.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Royal Garden Hotel
Nice property in a great location central to shops, restaurants and bars.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downe
Canary Wharf
Canary Wharf is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Museum of London Docklands and Thames River. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station.
Waterloo
Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Waterloo. Check out top attractions like London Eye and Southbank Centre, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.
Westminster
While you're in Westminster, take in top sights like Big Ben and jump on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station to see more of the city.
City of Westminster
Big Ben and Piccadilly Circus 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.
Chelsea
Museums, theatres and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Chelsea. Sights like Royal Hospital Chelsea and Saatchi Gallery are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater London area at Sloane Square Underground Station.
