Ilford Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Tower Bridge in London, with the River Thames in the foreground and the Houses of Parliament in the background.
London aerial panoramic city view towards tower bridge, The Shard and River Thames. Aerial view at looking over tower bridge towards the city at sunset
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.

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 Exchange Ilford and Kenneth More Theatre.

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 Kenneth More Theatre and Exchange Ilford.

A tree-lined pathway in a park.

Goodmayes

Goodmayes is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ilford area, you might plan a trip to Kenneth More Theatre or Exchange Ilford.

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 Kenneth More Theatre are a few top places to visit.

A forest with sunlight filtering through the trees.

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.

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$162 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$162
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (369 reviews)
"Not a good place to stay if you are claustrophobic or are a light sleeper. If you are none of those, it’s an excellent place to stay!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)
Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is NZ$351 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$351
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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! (5,573 reviews)
"I had a lovely stay, the staff were friendly, welcoming and helpful and the service throughout the stay was excellent. I liked the hotel’s eco-friendly approach to room cleaning. The option to reduce daily cleaning not only support their environment efforts, but also came with a small reward which ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is NZ$279 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$279
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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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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! (875 reviews)
"The room was spacious and very comfortable. And the location was great - with easy access to major sites and public transportation. Breakfast was majorly chaotic, so we skipped it most days and went elsewhere - I don’t want my day starting out that way, even if I paid for it in advance. There isn’t ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Rockwell East
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 ...
Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
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! (3,915 reviews)
"Over priced compared to the services received."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene 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$154
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$193
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$57
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
London: The View from The Shard

London: The View from The Shard

NZ$55
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
London: The View from The Shard
See London By Night Bus Tour

See London By Night Open-Top Bus Tour

NZ$71
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
See London By Night Open-Top Bus Tour
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

NZ$36
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
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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