St James

London

Admiralty Arch showing heritage architecture
Admiralty Arch featuring heritage architecture
The Mall which includes night scenes, heritage architecture and heritage elements
Admiralty Arch showing heritage elements
Admiralty Arch showing heritage architecture

Visit royal residences, acclaimed galleries and one of London’s poshest shops in this central area. Attend a show at historic theaters and hang out in a Royal Park.

Ritzy St. James’s sits between lush parks and Trafalgar Square at the edge of London’s West End. Developed as a residential neighborhood for British nobility in the 1600s, today it maintains an air of elite sophistication. Visit St. James’s to discover aristocratic and royal residences alongside century-old theaters, gourmet restaurants, high-end retailers and outstanding art exhibitions.

Admire the Tudor-era St. James’s Palace, which is a London residence of the Royal Family. Clarence House is a home of the Prince of Wales and open in August for guided tours. See the lavish rooms of Spencer House, a townhouse built by an ancestor of Princess Diana. Grand Georgian mansions frame leafy St. James’s Square.

Piccadilly street epitomizes the area’s refined retail. Browse for gourmet treats and luxury homeware and enjoy afternoon tea at Fortnum and Mason. Find a chocolatier, milliner and other artisans at Princes Arcade and bespoke menswear on Jermyn Street. Piccadilly Market presents arts and crafts in the church courtyard of St. James’s Piccadilly.

The galleries of St. James’s cater to a range of tastes. Peruse works by Scottish Colourists at Portland Gallery and contemporary masterpieces at White Cube Mason’s Yard. The Institute of Contemporary Arts is a combined cinema, gallery and theater.

Book tickets for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera at Her Majesty’s Theatre. The Theatre Royal Haymarket puts on plays and musicals for all ages. From British pub food to Italian, Scandinavian and West African flavors, St. James’s Market is an epicurean wonderland.

The lush environment of St. James’s Park is ideal for picnics and enjoying London’s natural side. Spot waterbirds, watch a daily pelican feeding and stroll along crisscrossing pathways. On the park’s north side, The Mall connects Buckingham Palace with Trafalgar Square. This ceremonial avenue is the setting for parades such as The Changing of the Guard.

St. James’s is served by the Green Park and Piccadilly Circus underground stations plus several public bus lines. Travel here in November for the star-studded Regent Street Christmas Lights Switch-On.

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Her Majesty's Theatre

Enjoy a performance at Her Majesty's Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in London. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Her Majesty's Theatre
A walk through St James's Park on a typical cloudy London day

St. James Palace

4.5/5(6 reviews)

St. James Palace is just one of the places to see in London, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

St. James Palace
The two most powerful locations in the square. Chatham House and the London Library.

St. James's Square

4.5/5(7 reviews)

You can find out about the history of London with a trip to St. James's Square. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.

St. James's Square
One of the best places for coffee in London, amazing views from Waterstones Piccadilly 5th floor cafe

Jermyn Street

During your trip to London, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Jermyn Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Jermyn Street
Admiralty Arch which includes heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

Admiralty Arch

This grand structure marks the entrance to the Mall and was commissioned by King Edward VII as a memorial to his mother Queen Victoria.

Admiralty Arch
Great, classic English pub with wonderful fish/chips, savory meat pies for lunch, large selection of draft beer, and great people. Loved it for lunch.

Clarence House

5/5(3 reviews)

You can learn about the history of London with a stop at Clarence House. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.

Clarence House

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Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand, London, England
The price is ₩263,468 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
₩263,468
₩316,162 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,160 reviews)
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"Incredible, lovely stay Free large chocolate bar and water on arrival in room Free bottle refill station around hotel Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room and general hotel"

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

Strand Palace Hotel
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street, London, England
The price is ₩283,189 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
₩283,189
₩339,827 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,935 reviews)
"My husband and I stayed in the cacoon room. The room was smaller than I imagined. The AC was not very efficient as it was a bit warm in the room. The Restroom had not been restocked with toilet paper. When showering the steam from the shower caused the fire alarm to go off. The staff was helpful ..."

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩210,289 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
₩210,289
₩252,347 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (7,635 reviews)
"We have stayed in a few other places in London and found the Tower Hotel our favourite. The room was spacious, we had a view of the Thames, the beds were comfortable and the bathroom had a bathtub - not common for a London hotel. The hotel was easy to get to from the Tube station. We recommend visiting ..."

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Park Plaza London Riverbank

Park Plaza London Riverbank

4 out of 5
18 Albert Embankment, London, England
The price is ₩263,250 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
₩263,250
₩315,901 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
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8.6/10 Excellent! (2,470 reviews)
"The room was nice and spacious. It was very clean upon arrival. The staff was wonderful and very friendly. We had a wonderful view."

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

Park Plaza London Riverbank
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road, London, England
The price is ₩342,692 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
₩342,692
₩411,231 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,789 reviews)
"The Waterloo station looks super close to hotel but it’s at least 5-10 mins walk FYI, due to the entrance being at a weird location. Otherwise location was great. Staff extremely responsive. We had a"

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Sofitel London Heathrow

Sofitel London Heathrow

5 out of 5
Terminal 5, London Heathrow Airport, West Drayton, England
The price is ₩259,309 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
₩259,309
₩311,171 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in West Drayton. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,341 reviews)
"2nd stay here and just for 1 night for early flight home via T2 Heathrow .As before its very convenient from arrival via tube/car ,well signposted and then to Terminal for departure Very impressed by all staff from checkin through bar /food and drink in bar and ease of getting extension lead for ..."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Sofitel London Heathrow
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