Plaza on the River is ideally located close to many of London's top tourist attractions including the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and the London Eye observation wheel. Also nearby are London Aquarium, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey and the Imperial War Museum.
Attractions
Nearby London Attractions
London Eye
One of London's most popular attractions, the London Eye is a giant observation wheel set on the south bank of the River Thames in Jubilee Gardens and is a great way to see London.
Westminster Abbey
At the centre of English history since the 11th century, this splendid Gothic abbey has been the setting for almost every king and queen's coronation since 1066.
Big Ben
The name of the bell that strikes the hour in one of the world's most famous clocks housed in St Stephen's Tower at the northern end of the Houses of Parliament.
Houses of Parliament
Home of the oldest parliamentary democracy in the world and also referred to as the Palace of Westminster, the Houses of Parliament incorporates the House of Commons, the House of Lords and Westminster Hall.
Tate Britain
Home to the greatest collection of British art from 1500 to the present day with collections by Blake, Reynolds, Gainsborough, Hogarth, Constable and Turner.
Trafalgar Square
London's most famous square with Nelson's Column at its centre guarded by four bronze lions at its base. The National Gallery is at the northern end of the square.
London Aquarium
Located in County Hall, London Aquarium exhibits 400 species of fish and animal life from around the world. Located on the south bank of the River Thames, close to the Plaza on the River hotel.
The Oval Cricket Ground
Home of Surrey County Cricket Club in Kennington, The Oval hosts England international test matches and some other matches.
St James's Park
One of London's royal parks, with great views of Westminster, Buckingham Palace, The Mall and Horse Guards Parade. A wonderful green oasis in the very heart of the city.
Imperial War Museum
Chronicles the history of world conflict from World War I to the present day covering both the military and social aspects of war. Located in Lambeth Road.
Lambeth Palace and Gardens
The London residence of the Archbishop of Canterbury, with guided tours of the crypt, guardroom, chapel and the extensive ecclesiastical library.
Royal Festival Hall
Home of the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the Royal Festival Hall is at the centre of London's thriving arts and music scene.
National Film Theatre
One of the world's greatest cinemas hosting a wide range of film and cinema screenings as well as talks throughout the year.
Royal National Theatre
With three separate theatres, the Royal National presents an eclectic mix of classic and new plays, with several productions in repertory at any one time.
