Waterloo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

London Eye featuring a high-rise building, rides and night scenes

London Eye

Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the London skyline in this magnificent big wheel that combines state-of-the-art engineering and all the fun of the fairground.

London Eye
Royal National Theatre which includes modern architecture and theatre scenes

Royal National Theatre

Attend fascinating talks, see acclaimed shows and enjoy lunch at this concrete playhouse in the vibrant South Bank area.

Royal National Theatre
London Dungeon

London Dungeon

Enjoy a show at London Dungeon, a theatre with a story to tell in London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.

London Dungeon
Sea Life London Aquarium

Sea Life London Aquarium

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Sea Life London Aquarium during your visit to London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

Sea Life London Aquarium
Southbank Centre featuring café scenes, views and theatre scenes

Southbank Centre

Enjoy a range of cultural events on show by the River Thames at one of the largest centers of art in the world.

Southbank Centre
Royal Festival Hall

Royal Festival Hall

Get tickets for a show at Royal Festival Hall, a theatre with a story to tell in London. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.

Royal Festival Hall

Activities

London Eye Entry Ticket

London Eye Entry Ticket

NZ$73
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
London Eye Entry Ticket
London Eye River Cruise Tickets

London Eye River Cruise Tickets

NZ$36
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
London Eye River Cruise Tickets
London Eye + River Cruise Experience Tickets

London Eye Experience & River Cruise Tickets

NZ$106
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
London Eye Experience & River Cruise Tickets
City Cruises 24 Hour Hop-On Hop-Off River Thames Cruise

City Cruises Flexible Sightseeing Cruise

NZ$46
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Flexible Sightseeing Cruise
London Afternoon Tea and Panoramic Tour by Double Decker Bus

London Afternoon Tea Bus with Prosecco

NZ$112
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
London Afternoon Tea Bus with Prosecco
Best of London in half a Day

Best of London in half a Day

NZ$139
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best of London in half a Day
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Our pick of the best Waterloo Hotel Deals

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road, London, England
The price is NZ$449 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$449
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,132 reviews)
"From the moment we checked in, Park Plaza exceeded our expectations—upgrading us to a beautiful suite and surprising us with two complimentary bottles of wine. After a full day of travel and sightseeing, unwinding in the wellness center’s serene pool and rejuvenating sauna was just what we needed. ..."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Park Plaza County Hall London

Park Plaza County Hall London

4 out of 5
1 Addington Street, London, England
The price is NZ$412 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$412
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,465 reviews)
Lovely hotel and close to all you need in London
"My arrival was simple and the reception staff are wonderful. I like that I’m asked if I want room service and as I was only there two nights, so I said that I didn’t need one. I didn’t use the restaurant but did get room service and it was quick and well cooked and tasty. I would stay here again ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Park Plaza County Hall London
Hampton by Hilton London Waterloo

Hampton by Hilton London Waterloo

3 out of 5
157 Waterloo Road, South Bank, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$315 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$315
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,309 reviews)
"Clean, friendly, close to train station and buses"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Hampton by Hilton London Waterloo
Ruby Lucy Hotel London

Ruby Lucy Hotel London

4 out of 5
100 Lower Marsh, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$397 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$397
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
Beautiful stay in a quaint hip area
"Place and location were amazing. AC was not working so room was a little uncomfortable."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Ruby Lucy Hotel London
Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$356 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$356
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,382 reviews)
Stay here
"Fabulous hotel. Very happy and would give 10/10"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Strand Palace Hotel
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street, London, England
The price is NZ$240 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$240
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,165 reviews)
"Very new modern and clean for someone who wants a no-frills hotel. It is in the middle of the action, but consequently, not super easy to get to with bags. That was the only downside."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
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Other neighbourhoods around Waterloo

London which includes markets, heritage elements and signage

Covent Garden

The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or Royal Opera House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

Covent Garden
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London City Centre

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.

London City Centre
Admiralty Arch showing heritage architecture

St James

St James is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Piccadilly Circus or St. James's Square.

St James
Victoria showing a city and heritage architecture

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.

Westminster
Admiralty Arch which includes heritage architecture

City of Westminster

4.5/5(470 area reviews)

Big Ben and Trafalgar Square 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.

City of Westminster
Soho

Soho

Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.

Soho

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