Tourist Information About Paddington London

One of the most popular places for tourists to stay during a holiday in London is the Paddington area.  An inner city location, it is very well placed in relation to all the major London landmarks and tourist attractions, and yet is quiet enough to provide a fantastic atmosphere in which to relax at the end of a long day of sightseeing. 

Here we look at the reasons why Paddington is the ideal place to stay for first time tourists.

Transport links

Transport links in the area are fantastic; it is very well connected, with many tube stations in the area, on many of the different underground lines.  Tube stations include:

• Paddington  
• Queensway  
• Edgware Road 
• Bayswater
• Lancaster Gate
• Warwick Avenue (of Duffy fame!)

As the bus routes in London tend to follow similar paths to the London underground, you will find many stops in the area, connecting to most of the city.

Things to See and Do

• Hyde Park: probably the closest tourist attraction to Paddington, Hyde Park is always teeming with activity.  On any given day, you may find an outdoor cinema, an ice rink, a live musical performance, and a mini-marathon.  Clearly, these events are transient, and what you will find there, depends on the day.  There are permanent attraction, too, including, the Serpentine, Diana Memorial, Children’s Playground, and Speaker’s Corner.

• Abbey Road: if you know of the Beatles, then you will surely know the iconic zebra crossing in Abbey road.  Walk in their footsteps and have fun recreating the famous picture.

• Oxford Street: the shopping capital of the shopping capital of the world, Oxford Street (and nearby Regent Street, and Bond Street) is the place to head for all your fashion needs.

• The West End: London is home to the largest theatre district in the world.  Here, you will find many of the world’s most famous theatres.  The musicals, plays, and performances, are recognised by many as the best in the world, and you will definitely be spoiled for choice.

Where to Eat

Because of its popularity with tourists, there are hundreds of restaurants in the area, each catering to a variety of tastes and budgets.  Expect to find culinary delights from all over the world, including North Africa, Japan, China, France, the Caribbean, and, of course, England.

In a rush, there are no shortage of sandwich bars and fast food restaurants, but these places tend to be located on the busier streets, such as Oxford Street.

Hotel Accommodation

Again, because of its popularity with tourists, there are many hotels accommodation in Paddington.  Hotels range in price and quality, from budget to luxury.  Visit http://www.londonpremierhotels.com/ to compare a variety of possible hotels accommodation in Paddington.