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The Borough of Kensington in London is one London's most up market area's, it boasts many fine London Hotels, Restaurants and is home to many top London Tourist Attractions. Kensington and Knightsbridge also have strong Royal connections, hence being named a Royal Borough and it is also the most densely populated borough in the whole of the United Kingdom. The Borough of Kensington is located on the Western side of Westminster, covering an area of approximately 12 square kilometers.
Travel is easy into Kensington and Knightsbridge via the M25/M4 motorways from the West. The Piccadilly line serves the area direct from London's Heathrow Airport (about 40 minutes travel) into Gloucester Road in South Kensington. The Circle & District lines also serve this area.
Many of London's famous landmarks are found in this borough. Museums such as the Natural History Museum, the Science Museum, The Victoria & Albert Museum are within this wonderfully bustling area of London
The stunning oval shaped Royal Albert Hall, host & home to many musical concerts / sporting events and rememberance occasions is located in the Borough of Kensington. The Royal Albert Hall is located in South Kensington and was opened in 1871, a dedication from Queen Victoria to her husband, the late Prince Albert.
The stunning Prince Albert Memorial is a famous London landmark,and situated opposite the Royal Albert Hall . The memorial was designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott in the Gothic revival style. The Prince Albert memorial was commissioned by the late Queen Victoria after her beloved husbands death in 1861.
Shopping in Kensington is a delight and again offers the discerning Traveller a host of well known department stores and individual designer shops. Harrods, London's most famous shop is located in Knightsbridge, on Brompton Road. Harrod's window displays are always a treat, especially at Christmas time. The famous food hall in Harrod's is worth a visit for the decoration alone. Harrod's also has many small restaurants and cafe's to dine in, within it's store, you can take afternoon tea, enjoy sushi, or pizza the choice is varied and it's a welcome break from all that shopping . Also situated in Knightsbridge, is another famous shopping institution, Harvey Nichols, this like Harrod's offers more upmarket designer wear, but the food & wine on the top floor is also worth visiting. Whilst there, book a table at the renowned 5th floor restaurant, you could find yourself dining amongst London's elite. Individual Designer shops can be found on Sloane Street, with a host of famous fashion houses located here. Kensington & Knightsbridge offer a veritable feast for the shopper. Many more shops are located on Kensington High Street, here you will find wall to wall shops offering a whole spectrum of goods from household wares and electrical to clothes and stationary.
Hotels in Kensington & Knightsbridge are many and vary from simple, basic accommodations up to World renowned 5 star hotels such as the Mandarin Oriental, The Milestone or the Bentley Kempinski Hotel. In the mid range hotel portfolio it is worth while checking out the Harrington Hall Hotel London a very british style 4 star located near Gloucester Road Underground. In the same area is the Holiday Inn Kensington Forum, Europe's largest Holiday Inn. Notable tourist class hotels include the Montana Hotel London which is a very popular tourist choice. In this part of London everybody is catered for. Many of the more upmarket of Londons hotels are located here and boast some of the best spa's in London. Staying in Kensington and Knightsbridge offers the visiting tourist much to see and do, it is safe and easy to travel around and is often more affordable than you might think. |
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