Whether you’re here for business or pleasure, SW1 is a great place to stay and spend time exploring. Victoria reigns supreme for its tourist attractions as it can lay claim to some of the most famous historical sites in the world, not just the UK.
Arriving at Victoria train station via national rail or Gatwick Express if travelling from overseas, Victoria is central London’s busiest station and you will soon discover that London really does start here. Many of the best-known tourist attractions are here, as you walk east down Victoria Street towards the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, Set back from the main street is the magnificent Westminster Cathedral. A centre for the Catholic faith and a monumental Papal visit in 2011. Inside enjoy ornate interiors and stunning mosaic patterns, and a bell tower with rooftop views across London. Take a stroll to St James’ Park and Buckingham Palace, and down to Whitehall for Downing Street. All within walking distance of one another.
To discover more iconic attractions and places to eat drink and stay, download our 100% Victoria pocket guide.
If you are new to the area our ambassadors are situated outside Victoria station to direct you to your attraction or simply advise on the best spots in town!
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More reasons to visit Victoria
Victoria also offers a mixed bag of shopping around the station and down Victoria Street; entertainment from two of the capital’s principal theatres; and a good choice of quality hotels, restaurants and public houses. Take a stroll into Belgravia, south west from the station, and you’re in another world altogether.
Shopping and accommodation become more bespoke around these streets, with smaller boutique hotels and designer, quirky retailers. The King’s Road and Chelsea is where you’ll find the Saatchi Gallery and another first-rate shopping street stuffed with places to eat. Then, south east towards the river again, Regency-styled Pimlico is home to Tate Britain, a range of gorgeous gardens, food shopping, a cracking farmers’ market and great walks along the river.
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