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Visiting London: Things to Do and Where to Stay

Planning your trip to London? Check out our guide, featuring attractions near the P27 venue – KIA Oval Cricket Ground, transport, dining areas, and accommodation to help you make the most of your visit.

Official Tourism Information

Visit London: https://www.visitlondon.com/ 
What’s On: https://www.timeout.com/london 

Getting Around London

Transport for London: https://tfl.gov.uk/
Journey planner App: Citymapper
Payment: Use contactless payment

Accommodation

London accommodation guide: where to stay

All London National Museums and Galleries are free to visit.

Must-See Sightseeing Near Kia Oval. Free Admission (5-35 minutes walking distance):

  • Kennington Park (5 mins walk): large and attractive Victorian-era public park opened in 1854, with winding paths and peaceful atmosphere.
  • Vauxhall City Farm (12 mins walk): meet farmyard animals including alpacas.
  • Imperial War Museum (15 mins walk): exhibitions on wartime history.
  • Thames Path (20 mins walk): Thames riverside walk with great city views. Head toward Westminster or London Bridge.
  • Tate Britain (25 mins walk): British art from 1500 to present day, including the world’s largest collection of JMW Turner works.
  • South Bank walk (30 mins walk): a vibrant riverside walk past some of London’s finest views including the National Theatre, London Eye, and Westminster.

Must-See Sightseeing (About 30 minutes by tube, free admission):

All three museums below are located next to each other in South Kensington – perfect for a museum day trip!

  • Science Museum: interactive galleries bringing science to life.
  • V&A (The Victoria and Albert) Museum: founded in 1852 and named after Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, V&A is the world’s largest museum of applied and decorative arts. 
  • Natural History Museum: science research centre housing over 80 million natural history specimens, including specimens from Darwin.
  • Hyde Park/Kensington Gardens (35 mins tube): one of London’s eight Royal Parks with royal connections and Victorian heritage at Kensington Palace, plus natural beauty for escaping the city.

Dining Areas / Food Markets:

  • South Bank (35 mins walk / 17 mins tube): a dynamic area at the heart of London’s cultural scene with films, theatre, music, art, and dining options. There is always something happening in the South Bank.
  • Borough Market (50 mins walk / 17 mins tube): one of the best known produce and street food markets around.
  • Covent Garden (55 mins walk / 30 mins tube): a shopping and entertainment hub in London’s West End.
  • Soho (60 mins walk / 25 mins tube): a place known for live entertainment, diverse dining, and vibrant nightlife.

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