Crowne Plaza London - Albert Embankment

Just across the Thames, Tate Britain houses a treasure trove of British art from 1500 to contemporary work. Discover masterpieces by J.M.W. Turner, Henry Moore and Lucian Freud. Temporary exhibitions include the annual – and often controversial – Turner Prize. To visit sister gallery Tate Modern, catch the special Tate Boat service and enjoy London’s sights as you glide along the river.

The area around the Southbank Centre, a 20-minute walk from the hotel, is one of London’s premier entertainment hubs. By day, ride the London Eye for views of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, or see cutting-edge art at the Hayward Gallery. By night, book tickets for everything from Shakespearean drama to classical concerts at the National Theatre, Royal Festival Hall or Queen Elizabeth Hall.

The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries are a new addition to Westminster Abbey, a 15-minute walk from the hotel. Housed in the incredible medieval triforium, high above the ground, they offer astonishing views of the Abbey itself, as well as the neighbouring Houses of Parliament. On display are royal coronation relics and religious treasures tracing the building’s fascinating 1,000-year history.

Get some fresh air on a stroll through 4 royal parks. Wander beside the lake in St James’s Park, only a mile from the hotel, for a view of Buckingham Palace. Then head through Green Park to Hyde Park. Visit Kensington Palace or seek out the Peter Pan statue and stunning flower displays in Kensington Gardens. You can take a rowing boat out on the Serpentine lake – or even go for a swim in the Lido.

London’s extensive transport network operates on a system of contactless electronic payment, so if you have lots of meetings to go to, make sure you pick up an Oyster card. Available from stations, thousands of shops and online, a card offers easy travelling on Tube trains, rail services, buses and river boats throughout the capital. A daily fare cap ensures you’ll never pay more than you should.

Distance to hotel: 1 MI/ 1.61 KM North

Distance to hotel: 1 MI/ 1.61 KM North

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