Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

London

Kensington Roof Gardens showing a park
Kensington Palace featuring château or palace and heritage architecture as well as an individual female
Kensington Palace showing château or palace and a garden
Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Kensington Palace which includes a garden, château or palace and a pond

From royal parks and themed gardens to free museums, luxury shopping streets and professional soccer, this central borough is packed with popular attractions. 

The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is among the most luxurious of the 32 districts of Greater London. Visit superb galleries and museums, which occupy majestic landmarks in the district’s affluent neighborhoods. Shop for high-end fashion and enjoy London’s renowned park life when you visit the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.

Start with a stroll down Kensington High Street, a busy avenue lined with brandname stores and upmarket boutiques. Browse interesting art exhibitions at the Thackeray Gallery and The Mosaic Rooms. Kensington Gardens is one of the Royal Parks and boasts lush lawns, Kensington Palace and the Serpentine Gallery. Pathways connect the garden to Hyde Park, a popular spot for boating, picnics and live music.

In South Kensington you’ll find some of London’s finest free museums. Learn about dinosaurs, the animal kingdom and natural phenomena at the Natural History Museum. Play with interactive exhibits at the Science Museum and admire displays of art and design at the Victoria and Albert Museum. The Royal Albert Hall is one of England’s most prestigious concert halls.

Chelsea exudes style and elegance and its King’s Road buzzes with design stores, fashion outlets and galleries. Appreciate contemporary art at the Saatchi Gallery and retrace military history at the National Army Museum. Attend the Chelsea Flower Show at Ranelagh Gardens and peruse botanical displays at Chelsea Physic Garden.

Join the fans of Chelsea Football Club for an English Premier League soccer match at Stamford Bridge stadium. Adjacent to here is Brompton Cemetery, one of London’s Victorian-era Magnificent Seven cemeteries.

The grassy lawns, woodland and sports facilities of Holland Park present opportunities for relaxation and recreation. See a slice of Japan at the Kyoto Garden and enjoy open-air theater at Opera Holland Park. The Design Museum celebrates modern design and Leighton House Museum has 70-plus oil paintings by Lord Leighton.

Overground trains and the Circle, District and Piccadilly underground lines travel through the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Get a feel for the district’s splendor by walking between attractions via its graceful streets.


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Top hotels in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

The Rembrandt

The Rembrandt

4 out of 5
11 Thurloe Place, Kensington, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €214 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€214
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, 24-hour room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,040 reviews)
"The location is excellent. Staff is superb. Breakfast buffet is merely OK—- eggs overcooked. A lot of selection tho. Rooms are very small even tho we booked executive King. Very hard to find a spot for luggage. Facilities are spotless and location can not be beat. Concierge was helpful and made dinner ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

The Rembrandt
Royal Garden Hotel

Royal Garden Hotel

5 out of 5
2-24 Kensington High Street, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €306 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€306
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,797 reviews)
"Situated in a lovely part of Kensington ideal for nice restaurants and shops"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Royal Garden Hotel
Brit Hotels Earls Court

Brit Hotels Earls Court

2 out of 5
43-45 Longridge Road, London, England
The price is €68 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€68
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kensington High Street and Hyde Park are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (172 reviews)
"Lovely new hotel in a great neighbourhood!"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Brit Hotels Earls Court
Point A Kensington Olympia

Point A Kensington Olympia

3.5 out of 5
42-48 West Cromwell Road, London, England
The price is €93 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€93
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,549 reviews)
"The location was incredibly convenient to walk to shopping and transit. The hotel was nice enough however the room was impossibly small. The room is the size of the bed, some luggage pieces can fit under the bed and there was an unused corner where my checked bag went (medium sized checked bag). ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Point A Kensington Olympia
The Exhibitionist Hotel

The Exhibitionist Hotel

5 out of 5
8-10 Queensberry Place, South Kensington, London, England
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent artwork"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

The Exhibitionist Hotel
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington

Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington

4 out of 5
Scarsdale Place, Kensington, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €112 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€112
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,313 reviews)
"Convenient location on Circle and District Lines. Full English breakfast set us up well for the day, after comfortable night's sleep. Efficient air-conditioning"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
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Other neighbourhoods around Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Chelsea showing heritage architecture

Chelsea

4.5/5(132 area reviews)

Museums, theatres and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Chelsea. Sights like Royal Hospital Chelsea and Saatchi Gallery are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater London area at Sloane Square Underground Station.

Chelsea
London Natural History Museum showing heritage elements, heritage architecture and interior views

South Kensington

Known for its fascinating museums and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in South Kensington. Check out top attractions like Kensington High Street and Natural History Museum, and jump on the metro at South Kensington Underground Station or Gloucester Road Underground Station to see more of the city.

South Kensington
Kensington Gardens showing a park

Kensington

4.5/5(1,515 area reviews)

Kensington High Street and Kensington Church Street are a few top attractions in Kensington. Hop around the city on the metro at High Street Kensington Station or Notting Hill Gate Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, beautiful gardens and charming cafes.

Kensington
Admiralty Arch featuring heritage architecture

City of Westminster

4.5/5(2,564 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
Victoria - Westminster featuring 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
Paddington which includes a square or plaza and a city

Paddington

Paddington Central and The Grosvenor Victoria Casino London are top sights in Paddington, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Paddington Underground Station or Edgware Road (Bakerloo) Underground Station to see more sights in the area.

Paddington


Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

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