3 bedroomed, 2 baths in Kensington
MUST-SEE ATTRACTIONS
Buckingham Palace is recognized around the world as the home of The Queen, the focus of national and royal celebrations such as the Platinum Jubilee, as well as the backdrop to the regular Changing the Guard ceremony. Explore the magnificent State Rooms which are open to visitors for 10 weeks each summer (22 July – 2 October 2022) and on selected dates during winter and spring.
1912 locals recommend
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace is recognized around the world as the home of The Queen, the focus of national and royal celebrations such as the Platinum Jubilee, as well as the backdrop to the regular Changing the Guard ceremony. Explore the magnificent State Rooms which are open to visitors for 10 weeks each summer (22 July – 2 October 2022) and on selected dates during winter and spring.
Explore the birthplace of Queen Victoria and home to young
royals for over 300 years. Walk in the footsteps of royalty in
Victoria's re-imagined childhood rooms and the magnificent
King's State Apartments and Queen's State Apartments. As well as being a popular visitor destination, Kensington Palace is the official residence of TRH The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their children.
607 locals recommend
Kensington Palace
Kensington GardensExplore the birthplace of Queen Victoria and home to young
royals for over 300 years. Walk in the footsteps of royalty in
Victoria's re-imagined childhood rooms and the magnificent
King's State Apartments and Queen's State Apartments. As well as being a popular visitor destination, Kensington Palace is the official residence of TRH The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their children.
The V&A is the world’s leading museum of art and design,
housing a permanent collection of over 2.3 million objects that span over 5,000 years of human creativity. The Museum holds many of the UK's national collections and houses some of the greatest resources for the study of architecture, furniture, fashion, textiles, photography, sculpture, painting, jewellery, glass, ceramics, book arts, Asian art and design, theatre and performance.
1694 locals recommend
Victoria and Albert Museum
Cromwell RoadThe V&A is the world’s leading museum of art and design,
housing a permanent collection of over 2.3 million objects that span over 5,000 years of human creativity. The Museum holds many of the UK's national collections and houses some of the greatest resources for the study of architecture, furniture, fashion, textiles, photography, sculpture, painting, jewellery, glass, ceramics, book arts, Asian art and design, theatre and performance.
Home to over 5000 brands, shop designer fashion and
accessories, luxury beauty, fine jewellery and watches, food,
furniture and more – in-store and online. Dating back to the
1800s, it's synonymous with luxury and opulence. With more than 300 departments and 1.1 million square feet of selling space, it's also the largest department store in Europe.
1522 locals recommend
Harrods
87-135 Brompton RdHome to over 5000 brands, shop designer fashion and
accessories, luxury beauty, fine jewellery and watches, food,
furniture and more – in-store and online. Dating back to the
1800s, it's synonymous with luxury and opulence. With more than 300 departments and 1.1 million square feet of selling space, it's also the largest department store in Europe.
Nearby Attractions
Surrounded by the beautiful formal gardens and wilded woodlands of Holland Park, the canopied open-air auditorium is the perfect place to enjoy critically acclaimed opera in the heart of London.
26 locals recommend
Opera Holland Park
Ilchester PlaceSurrounded by the beautiful formal gardens and wilded woodlands of Holland Park, the canopied open-air auditorium is the perfect place to enjoy critically acclaimed opera in the heart of London.
A wealthy and eclectic avenue in London’s West End area. It is known for its range of designer boutiques and upmarket department stores. Learn about royalty, admire the architecture of Kensington Palace and relax in its picturesque gardens. This is a hub for the latest trends in fashion, technology, and design, it's no surprise that London has some of the best shopping around, and Kensington High Street is one of the top places to visit for anyone looking to indulge in some serious retail therapy.
13 locals recommend
Kensington High Street
Kensington High StreetA wealthy and eclectic avenue in London’s West End area. It is known for its range of designer boutiques and upmarket department stores. Learn about royalty, admire the architecture of Kensington Palace and relax in its picturesque gardens. This is a hub for the latest trends in fashion, technology, and design, it's no surprise that London has some of the best shopping around, and Kensington High Street is one of the top places to visit for anyone looking to indulge in some serious retail therapy.
The Natural History Museum is a world-class visitor attraction and leading science research centre. We use our unique collections and unrivaled expertise to tackle the biggest challenges facing the world today. Explore a story of natural history discovery in an interactive experience, Making Natural History, voiced by Museum researchers and curators.
1954 locals recommend
Natural History Museum
Cromwell RoadThe Natural History Museum is a world-class visitor attraction and leading science research centre. We use our unique collections and unrivaled expertise to tackle the biggest challenges facing the world today. Explore a story of natural history discovery in an interactive experience, Making Natural History, voiced by Museum researchers and curators.
Top Attractions
Best known for its proximity to the museums of Kensington, this station is proximate to the Natural History Museum, the Science Museum, and of course the Victoria and Albert Museum. Talk like a local and refer to it as"South Ken" when you're looking for the Piccadilly or Circle and District lines.
275 locals recommend
South Kensington
Pelham StreetBest known for its proximity to the museums of Kensington, this station is proximate to the Natural History Museum, the Science Museum, and of course the Victoria and Albert Museum. Talk like a local and refer to it as"South Ken" when you're looking for the Piccadilly or Circle and District lines.
The square is famous for its neon signs, different displays and the Eros fountain located in the middle of this road junction, which is now one of the city's top landmarks. Piccadilly Circus offers a variety of cinemas, theatres, shops and restaurants, including famous traditional English pubs.
423 locals recommend
Piccadilly Circus
Piccadilly CircusThe square is famous for its neon signs, different displays and the Eros fountain located in the middle of this road junction, which is now one of the city's top landmarks. Piccadilly Circus offers a variety of cinemas, theatres, shops and restaurants, including famous traditional English pubs.
Trafalgar Square is surrounded by museums, galleries, cultural spaces, and historic buildings. It also has a café on the square.
634 locals recommend
Trafalgar Square (Stop B) station
Trafalgar Square is surrounded by museums, galleries, cultural spaces, and historic buildings. It also has a café on the square.
ou can go into the Houses of Parliament – either on a tour, to go and see a debate or committee, to watch Prime Minister's Questions or Minister's Questions, to attend a talk or event or to go and petition your MP. You can't, however, just walk around and see the inside of the Palace of Westminster unguided.
305 locals recommend
Palace of Westminster
ou can go into the Houses of Parliament – either on a tour, to go and see a debate or committee, to watch Prime Minister's Questions or Minister's Questions, to attend a talk or event or to go and petition your MP. You can't, however, just walk around and see the inside of the Palace of Westminster unguided.
Big Ben is one of London's top attractions. The Elizabeth Tower is currently closed for refurbishment, with no public tours available.
You can still join a talk on the Elizabeth Tower or take a tour of the Houses of Parliament next to The Elizabeth Tower. Alternatively, watch this behind-the-scenes video of Big Ben in action.
1337 locals recommend
Big Ben
Big Ben is one of London's top attractions. The Elizabeth Tower is currently closed for refurbishment, with no public tours available.
You can still join a talk on the Elizabeth Tower or take a tour of the Houses of Parliament next to The Elizabeth Tower. Alternatively, watch this behind-the-scenes video of Big Ben in action.
This is London's equivalent to the Eiffel Tower and there's no denying that London has one of the most impressive skylines in the world. On a clear day you can see as far as Windsor Castle, over 20 miles away!
What is the best time to go to the London Eye?
Avoid peak times. As a rough guide, summer hours are 10 a.m. to 8.30 p.m. and winter hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., but do check in advance on their site for the hours on the day you plan to go.
2099 locals recommend
London Eye
This is London's equivalent to the Eiffel Tower and there's no denying that London has one of the most impressive skylines in the world. On a clear day you can see as far as Windsor Castle, over 20 miles away!
What is the best time to go to the London Eye?
Avoid peak times. As a rough guide, summer hours are 10 a.m. to 8.30 p.m. and winter hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., but do check in advance on their site for the hours on the day you plan to go.
You can visit the Tower of London at night during the Ceremony of the Keys, but you must plan well in advance.
A Tower of London admission ticket includes entry to: The Crown Jewels, The White Tower, Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula, Battlements, Medieval Palace, Bloody Tower, Torture at the Tower exhibition, Fusiliers Museum and Royal Mint exhibition.
1372 locals recommend
Tower of London
You can visit the Tower of London at night during the Ceremony of the Keys, but you must plan well in advance.
A Tower of London admission ticket includes entry to: The Crown Jewels, The White Tower, Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula, Battlements, Medieval Palace, Bloody Tower, Torture at the Tower exhibition, Fusiliers Museum and Royal Mint exhibition.
Restaurant, Cafes and Bars
The Ivy Brasserie Kensington is a great spot to visit whether just for a relaxed breakfast with friends or a special family occasion and maintains the typical air of class that Ivy restaurants have always been associated with. Serving easy-to-like dishes throughout the whole day.
79 locals recommend
The Ivy Kensignton Brasserie
96 Kensington High StThe Ivy Brasserie Kensington is a great spot to visit whether just for a relaxed breakfast with friends or a special family occasion and maintains the typical air of class that Ivy restaurants have always been associated with. Serving easy-to-like dishes throughout the whole day.
The Ivy Chelsea Garden serves a mix of British comfort food and international dishes. There are extensive menus for breakfast, brunch, weekday dining, afternoon tea, and a full vegetarian and vegan menu.
202 locals recommend
The Ivy Chelsea Garden
197 King's RoadThe Ivy Chelsea Garden serves a mix of British comfort food and international dishes. There are extensive menus for breakfast, brunch, weekday dining, afternoon tea, and a full vegetarian and vegan menu.
Daphne's Italian restaurant is a modern and relaxed ‘local’, offering a menu of seasonal dishes, located between Chelsea and South Kensington with a private dining room for hire. Daphne’s conservatory can accommodate up to 40 guests for a private lunch or dinner.
44 locals recommend
Daphne's
112 Draycott AveDaphne's Italian restaurant is a modern and relaxed ‘local’, offering a menu of seasonal dishes, located between Chelsea and South Kensington with a private dining room for hire. Daphne’s conservatory can accommodate up to 40 guests for a private lunch or dinner.
The Chelsea Pig has long been known amongst locals as a gastronomic go-to. They are home to a huge array of spirits, wines and cocktails – enough to make it a hotspot come happy hour while refined and stylish, also highlights every lovable quirk us Brits have come to associate with our beloved pubs.
74 locals recommend
The Chelsea Spa
53 Hollywood RdThe Chelsea Pig has long been known amongst locals as a gastronomic go-to. They are home to a huge array of spirits, wines and cocktails – enough to make it a hotspot come happy hour while refined and stylish, also highlights every lovable quirk us Brits have come to associate with our beloved pubs.
Bluebird is one of Chelsea's favourite destinations for drinking and dining. Located right on the King's Road, its famous Cafe & Courtyard is perfect for people-watching over lunch or dinner. Upstairs is its chic cocktail bar and light, bright restaurant, serving a modern European & British menu.
305 locals recommend
Bluebird Chelsea
350 King's RdBluebird is one of Chelsea's favourite destinations for drinking and dining. Located right on the King's Road, its famous Cafe & Courtyard is perfect for people-watching over lunch or dinner. Upstairs is its chic cocktail bar and light, bright restaurant, serving a modern European & British menu.
Nearest Metro Station
The journey time between Lexham Gardens and Earl's Court Underground Station is around 6 min and covers a distance of around 2614 feet. As London’s transport system is now paperless, you can purchase an Oyster Card (a travel card that can be topped up regularly), or you can simply present your contactless credit or debit card at the Underground station barriers and access the transport as you wish.
138 locals recommend
Earls Court Station
Warwick RoadThe journey time between Lexham Gardens and Earl's Court Underground Station is around 6 min and covers a distance of around 2614 feet. As London’s transport system is now paperless, you can purchase an Oyster Card (a travel card that can be topped up regularly), or you can simply present your contactless credit or debit card at the Underground station barriers and access the transport as you wish.
Nearest Grocery Store
Consistently ranked ahead of other peers on the quality of their food and they regularly review and improve their own-brand product ranges. Offering great quality products and services at fair prices is part of their commitment to help their customers live well for less.
175 locals recommend
Sainsbury's
31 Essex PlConsistently ranked ahead of other peers on the quality of their food and they regularly review and improve their own-brand product ranges. Offering great quality products and services at fair prices is part of their commitment to help their customers live well for less.
Traveler advice
Getting around
Easily accessible by car, public transport or walk around.
By Taxi: London black taxicabs are frequently available on the streets of Kensington; simply hold your arm out at the side of the road to attract a taxi’s driver’s attention.
Underground Train: The nearest stations are Gloucester Road and also Earls Court. Use Oyster Card.
By National Rail: The closest National Rail Stations are Paddington and Victoria Stations, where you can catch trains to destinations across the south and west of England.
By Bus: Several buses travel through Cromwell Road with a stop just outside the Bupa Cromwell Hospital, a 3-minute walk from Lexham Gardens.
Don't miss
Map out a route and spend a day discovering tmain attraction
One of the great things about basing yourself in this neighborhood is that there are loads to keep you amused. You could spend weeks discovering the treasure trove that is Kensington, but if you’re short on time, our top three picks would be Kensington Palace, The Churchill Arms, and The V&A Museum. That said, this bumper list will give you lots of inspiration.
Customs and culture
Politeness, manners, and general courtesy are key
DOs:
Greet People, You Meet
Lower the Volume
Take Your Appointments Seriously
Take an Umbrella
Say sorry
Have a pint in a pub
Make the most of the free attractions
Use an Oyster card
Stand on the right side of the escalator
DON’T:
Get Offended At Being Called ‘Duck’ or ‘Mate’
Drive on the Wrong Side of the Road
Look for the Queen at the Buckingham Palace
Mix Up the Tower Bridge and the London Bridge
Talk to strangers
Take the tube everywhere
Ignore the queue
Use the Underground during peak times
Think everyone talks in Cockney rhyming slang
Ways to save
Bring your youth card, student card, or any other cards.
1. Browse Flights in Private or Incognito Mode
2. Book a Roundtrip Flight to London Using Airline Promo
3. Book Your Hotel Accommodation 3 Months or More Before Your Travel Date
4. Reserve Your Free London Tours
- You only need to reward a tip (not mandatory) to the tour guide assigned for your tour. You can book your free London tours at Sandeman’s website.
5. Buy an Oyster Card
6. Get a Discounted Ride from Uber
7. Get familiar with London
8. Use a Free Wi-Fi in London
Book before you go
Check Potential Discounts Before Booking
Buckingham Palace – Changing of the Guard, State Rooms, The Queens Gallery, and Royal Mews
When to book: Allow a few days to weeks in advance to book.
London Eye
When to book: A few days in advance or on the day.
Tower of London and Tower Bridge
When to book: A few days in advance to on the day – mainly to get the discounts.
Train Tickets
When to book: 12 weeks in advance before you plan to travel.
Theatre, Ballet and Opera
When to book: A few months in advance to save money or a few days to on the day.
Restaurants
When to book: A few months to a few days in advance.
What to pack
Be prepared for anything!
1. Nicer and smarter-looking clothes for fine dining, nice bars, trips, or shows.
2. A decent pair of shoes
3. Toiletries, make-up, good Chapstick, sunscreen, sanitary products, and medications.
4. Adapter, extension with plugs, and USB ports
5. Photography Gear
6. Luggage & Backpacks
7. Reusable Water Bottle
8. Passport, proof of onward travel, a visa, and proof of funds, a note of your hotel address available in a non-electronic format.
9. Cables for your electronic devices
10. A towel
Useful phrases
It is very good manners to say “please” and “thank you“.
Alright? - how are you?
I’m knackered – I’m tired
Cheeky – Mischievous or playful
Bloody - very
I’m pissed - very drunk
Mate - friend
Brolly – umbrella
Posh - fancy
Hunky-dory – normal, fine cool.
Rubbish - garbage or nonsense depending on the context
I was gobsmacked - I was shocked
It’s all gone pear-shaped – It’s all gone wrong/something has gone wrong
He’s mad/He’s crackers – He’s crazy/he’s lost it
Have a chinwag – Have a chat
That’s smashing/ace! – That’s great!
I’ll ring you/give you a ring - give you a call on the telephone
Have a fag - have a cigarette
Ta-ta! – Good-bye!
Traveling with kids
Use the metro system (London Underground / London Tube)
1. Take a ride on the London Eye
2. See iconic House of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey
3. Marvel at the blinding lights of Piccadilly Circus
4. Enjoy buzzy Leicester Square
5. Explore Covent Garden
6. Visit the Tower of London and Tower bridge
7. Visit Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
8. Go to the Natural History Museum
9. Marvel at the breathtaking British Museum
10. See the changing of the guards at Buckingham Palace
11. Visit the London Zoo
12. Chase the pigeons in Trafalgar Square
13. Follow the footsteps of Paddington
14. Harry Potters’ World