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London Eye Entry Ticket

London Eye Entry Ticket

￥6,259
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
London Eye Entry Ticket
Kensington Palace Tickets

Kensington Palace & Gardens Tickets

￥4,784
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kensington Palace & Gardens Tickets
Westminster Abbey in London

Westminster Abbey Tickets

￥5,839
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Westminster Abbey Tickets
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

￥3,424
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
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Windsor Castle Admission Tickets

￥6,935
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle Admission Tickets
Skip-the-Line London Eye Experience Tickets

Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket

￥12,698
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

￥5,851
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket
Shrek's Adventure Tickets

Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets

￥4,520
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise

London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise

￥2,124
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise
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Selhurst Park Stadium

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Selhurst Park, Crystal Palace FC's electrifying home since 1924, is famous for its passionate Holmesdale Stand. Experience authentic English football culture through stadium tours or the unforgettable matchday atmosphere.
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Fairfield

While you're in Fairfield, take in top sights like Fairfields Halls or Whitgift Shopping Centre, and hop on the metro to see more the city at East Croydon Tram Station or East Croydon Tram Station.

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Waddon

While you're in Waddon, take in top sights like Former Croydon Airport Terminal and jump on the metro at Wandle Park Tram Station to see more of the city.

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Addiscombe

When in Addiscombe and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Whitgift Shopping Centre or Fairfields Halls and hop on the metro to see more the city at Addiscombe Tram Station or Lebanon Road Tram Station.

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Broad Green

When in Broad Green and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Whitgift Shopping Centre or Selhurst Park Stadium and hop on the metro to see more the city at Waddon Marsh Tram Station or Waddon Marsh Tram Station.

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Selhurst

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Selhurst and surrounding area, you can visit Selhurst Park Stadium and Whitgift Shopping Centre.

Popular day trips from Croydon

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London

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Bromley

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South Croydon

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Thornton Heath

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Mitcham

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Beckenham

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Wallington

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Frequently asked questions

Is Croydon worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Croydon is visit Buckingham Palace. Check this major sight off your agenda, then experience more of this area's shopping and nightlife.
How do I spend a day in Croydon?
Once you've visited top attractions like Buckingham Palace and London Eye, spend some time experiencing the food and retail options in Croydon.
What is the top tourist attraction in Croydon?
The top tourist attraction in Croydon is Buckingham Palace, so be sure to add it to your sightseeing itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Croydon?
Three days in Croydon is plenty of time to visit the city's major highlights. Many travelers stay for three days on average. O2 Academy Brixton, New Wimbledon Theatre and Morden Hall Park are among the most popular sights. Like to discover more? Stick around a while longer to check off nearby hotspots like London.
Is Croydon a walkable city?
Some leading sights in Croydon, such as Fairfields Halls and Croydon Airport Visitor Centre, are within walking distance. You can also enjoy several of the city's popular neighborhoods on foot. Only 2 kilometers from central Croydon is Fairfield and Waddon is 2 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Croydon with kids?
If you are after attractions and activities for all ages, take a look at these awesome ideas for what to do in Croydon with kids.

What to do in Croydon for adults?
Beefeater Gin Distillery and Piccadilly are just a couple of the things to do in Croydon. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Croydon?
One of the top ways to learn about free things to do in Croydon is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on cool neighborhoods, parks and other highlights you can enjoy without reaching into your pocket. Morden Hall Park is one place that doesn't have an entrance fee.