West Ham Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Buckingham Palace
Explore the magnificent royal residence, home to Queen Elizabeth II.
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.
Piccadilly Circus
Soak up the buzzing atmosphere of Piccadilly Circus, right at the heart of London’s most exciting entertainment district.
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.
Activities
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
Kensington Palace & Gardens Tickets
Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter from Central London
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best West Ham Hotel Deals
Strand Palace Hotel
Clean and comfy
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Excellent view, excellent staff, good room
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
All good
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
The Grand at Trafalgar Square
Wonderful hotel nice and central. Very comfy bed. Lovely staff. Tasty breakfast
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
The Z Hotel Holborn
Everything was perfect.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Royal National Hotel
Great location, clean room, comfy bed. Annoyingly the left luggage room was full & we was told to speak to the manager who did nothing. If they had put the overflow in to a meeting room or ground floor room it would have solved the issue and settled the frustration of many people who had to carry ...
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Ham
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.
Shoreditch
Brick Lane and Columbia Road Flower Market are top sights in Shoreditch, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Shoreditch High Street Overground Station or Old Street Underground Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
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.
Kings Cross St. Pancras
Kings Cross St. Pancras is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like St Pancras Chambers and British Library. See more of London by jumping on the metro at King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station.
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.
West Ham Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- What kind of hotels are in West Ham?
- Hotels Near London, England
- Which hotel chains are in West Ham?
- Hyde Park
- Tower Bridge
- Buckingham Palace
- London Eye
- O2 Arena
- Piccadilly Circus
- Trafalgar Square
- Tower of London
- Wembley Stadium
- Big Ben
- London Bridge
- The British Museum
- Oxford Street
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Leicester Square
- Marble Arch
- Kensington High Street
- Liverpool Street
- The Shard
- Westfield London Shopping Centre
- Royal Albert Hall
- Finsbury Park
- Natural History Museum
- Westminster Abbey
- Russell Square
- Covent Garden Market
- Hampton Court Palace
- Westfield Stratford City
