Ilford Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Tower Bridge in London, with the River Thames in the foreground and the Houses of Parliament in the background.
A brick archway with a wooden door, surrounded by lush greenery and a pond with swans.
A river with a bridge and modern buildings in the background.
A forest with tall trees and a field of purple flowers.
A cityscape with modern high-rise buildings, a train station, and a river in the background.

Our guide on where to stay in Ilford

Find the best Ilford areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A brick archway with a wooden door, surrounded by lush greenery and a pond with swans.

Valentines

While Valentines may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Hospital Chapel of St Mary & St Thomas and Ilford Golf Club.

Newbury Park

If you're passing through Newbury Park, you may want to check out its restaurants. From there, jump on the metro at Newbury Park Station to see more of the area.

A wet grassy field with a fence, parked cars, and buildings in the background.
Photo by Snidge
Open Photo by Snidge

Seven Kings

The restaurants and parks are just a few features travellers like about Seven Kings. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Fairlop Waters Country Park and The Hospital Chapel of St Mary & St Thomas are a few top places to visit.

An interior of a church with rows of pews, a high arched stained glass window, and a pulpit.
Photo by John Salmon
Open Photo by John Salmon

Loxford

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Loxford and surrounding area, you can visit The Hospital Chapel of St Mary & St Thomas and East Ham Leisure Centre.

A park with a pond, ducks, geese, and pigeons.

Clementswood

While visiting Clementswood, you might make a stop by sights like Redbridge Museum and Cineworld London - Ilford.

Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is NZ$467 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$467
26 July - 27 July
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,393 reviews)
"Excellent location, clean with friendly staff"

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel

2 out of 5
91-92 Dean Street London England
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$189 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$189
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and climate control. Popular attractions Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (98 reviews)
"Be aware. The pods are very very small. Like trying to get into a tiny tunnel. Stayed in other places where the pods were a lot bigger with tv in etc. very very basic. Having said that pod was clean and it was quiet"

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road London England
The price is NZ$514 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$514
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,973 reviews)
"We like the Hotel."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
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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 aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions The Arena and ExCeL Exhibition Centre ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (818 reviews)
"Clean room nice and comfortable great location"

Reviewed on 4 July 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! (850 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, staff was pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was pretty good."

Reviewed on 19 June 2026

Rockwell East
Citadines Trafalgar Square London

Citadines Trafalgar Square London

4 out of 5
18/21 Northumberland Avenue London England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,891 reviews)
"My experience was disappointing. Four months later I receive a letter from a collections agency legal department stating that I owe the hotel €80. Upon receiving the collections letter I immediately reached out to the hotel and Vanessa, Senior Receptionist, handed the situation. She said I left and ..."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Citadines Trafalgar Square London
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Stay near popular Ilford attractions

A park with a paved path, colorful autumn foliage, and a clear blue sky.
Photo by Sanober Asif
Open Photo by Sanober Asif

Valentines Park

7.2/10 (46 reviews)
Valentines Park is just one of the places to see in Ilford, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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$206
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath with Lunch in a 14th-Century Pub
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
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$62
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
sunset at Windsor Castle in London

Windsor Castle Admission Tickets

NZ$73
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle Admission Tickets
London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with River Cruise

Golden Tours Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with River Cruise

NZ$80
per adult
Golden Tours Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with River Cruise
Windsor Castle,Roman Bath & Stonehenge Tour

Windsor Castle, Roman Baths & Stonehenge Full Day Tour

NZ$193
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle, Roman Baths & Stonehenge Full Day Tour
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Cities near Ilford

Two red double-decker buses on a city street with historic buildings in the background.

London

A cricket field with players in white uniforms, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
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Woodford Green

A historic stone church with a tall tower and arched windows, surrounded by mature trees and a cemetery.

Dagenham

A cityscape with a river, green parks, and a large forested area.

Romford