If you’re planning a trip to London, don’t overlook Kensington when making your hotel selection. The town of Kensington offers peace and quiet amid the hustle and bustle of London while still providing easy access to London’s premier tourist attractions such as Buckingham Palace.
Hotels in Kensington Kensington offers lovely accommodations in every price range. For example, the Eden Plaza Hotel—starting at just £39.50 per night—is within walking distance of the Natural History Museum as well as the Science and V & A museums. Amenities in these rooms include a telephone, hairdryer and tea and coffee-making equipment. The hotel itself is located on a tree-lined avenue, so walking to the museums is sure to be enjoyable.
At the other end of the spectrum—starting around £90.00 per night—you’ll find hotels like the Royal Garden Hotel, which is situated next to Kensington Gardens and offers two bars, two restaurants and a spa. The Natural History Museum is just a ten-minute walk from the Royal Garden Hotel, and the West End’s theatres can be reached by a quick cab ride. This hotel is ideally located for shopping in Kensington, Knightsbridge and Notting Hill.
Attractions near Kensington Kensington is within a short walk or ride from many of London’s museums and historical landmarks. Here are just a few of the activities you might find on a Kensington vacation itinerary:
Museums The Natural History Museum, Science Museum, Victoria & Albert Museum, Leighton House Art Gallery Museum, National Army Museum and the Museum of Fulham Palace are all within just a few miles of Kensington.
The V & A Museum—as it’s called by local residents—is a must-see for art lovers. It was opened for the Great Exhibition of 1851 and has evolved into one of the most eclectic collections of decorative arts in the world.
Fulham Palace is the historic home of the Bishop of London, and it is sure to delight any visitor interested in history.
Historical sites and other attractions Kensington is also conveniently located to tourist stops such as the Linley Sambourne House, Princess Diana Memorial Fountain, Carlyles House, Marble Arch, Apsley House, Royal Mews, Lord’s, Madame Tussauds and—a must-see for all visitors—Buckingham Palace, which was first opened to the public in 1993.
The Apsley House is also known as “Number One London” because it was the first house a traveler would pass as he crossed the toll gate into London from the countryside. The Apsley House is regarded as one of London’s most impressive residences, and it was the home of the first Duke of Wellington.
Madame Tussauds is a totally unique experience offering attractions ranging from an interactive, A-list, Hollywood party event to an interactive Chamber of Horrors where patrons must escape a maximum security prison that has been taken over by murderous inmates. Tickets for these events are as low as £12.50 when you order online.
Nearby towns Other towns near Kensington include Chelsea, Earls Court and Maida Vale. You’ll find the Wandsworth Museum and Tate Britain, which is the national gallery of British art, in Chelsea. And, the London Zoo, Jewish Museum and British Museum can all be found in Maida Vale.
With so much at your fingertips—at such affordable prices—Kensington is a dream destination for anyone who dreams of visiting London.
