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London Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour & Thames River Cruise

London Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour & Thames River Cruise

Activity duration is 1 day
7.8 out of 10 with 1675 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was ￥7,065 and current price is ￥6,359 per adult
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England in 1 Day: Stonehenge, Bath, Stratford-upon-Avon & the Cotswolds

England in 1 Day: Stonehenge, Bath, Stratford-upon-Avon & the Cotswolds

Activity duration is 12 hours
8.4 out of 10 with 131 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥27,461 per adult
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London Afternoon Tea Bus with Prosecco

London Afternoon Tea Bus with Prosecco

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
7.8 out of 10 with 11 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥9,894 per adult
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London Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour & Thames River Cruise

London Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour & Thames River Cruise

Activity duration is 1 day
7.8 out of 10 with 1675 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was ￥7,065 and current price is ￥6,359 per adult
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Warner Bros. Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter with Return Transfer

Warner Bros. Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter with Return Transfer

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 2208 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥14,336 per adult
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What to do in Croydon

Discover the most popular places to visit in Croydon

Hyde Park featuring a city, a garden and a pond

Hyde Park

Once the private hunting grounds of a king, London's most famous park is today a place where everyone can enjoy gardens, monuments and music performances.

Hyde Park
Wembley Stadium

Wembley Stadium

Catch an event at Wembley Stadium during your trip to Wembley. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Wembley Stadium
Piccadilly Circus showing street scenes, a city and signage

Piccadilly Circus

Often billed as the British version of Times Square, this iconic traffic hub is the perfect starting point for your London adventure.

Piccadilly Circus
Buckingham Palace featuring a castle, a city and heritage architecture

Buckingham Palace

Britain’s most famous home, the luxurious personal residence and workplace of Queen Elizabeth II, is open to all.

Buckingham Palace
Tower Bridge which includes night scenes, heritage architecture and a river or creek

Tower Bridge

An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.

Tower Bridge
O2 Arena showing modern architecture

O2 Arena

Created as the focal point of Britain’s millennium celebrations, today this architectural wonder offers a world of entertainment under one enormous roof.

O2 Arena
Big Ben showing heritage architecture, a city and a monument

Big Ben

One of London’s most resounding landmarks is a treasured emblem of England.

Big Ben
London Eye showing a river or creek, a city and modern architecture

London Eye

Climb aboard this observation wheel for the best bird’s-eye view of the British capital.

London Eye
Trafalgar Square which includes a fountain, a square or plaza and heritage elements

Trafalgar Square

London’s great meeting place and the “front yard” of the National Gallery and St. Martin-in-the-Fields church.

Trafalgar Square

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Croydon

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Fairfield

4/5(41 area reviews)

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

Fairfield
Selhurst Park

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 Fairfields Halls.

Selhurst
Site of Ruskin Square, East Croydon
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Addiscombe

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

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

Addiscombe
Croydon Airport This is the most southerly part of the former airfield, and this view is to the north-west. The tarmac of the perimeter road can be seen in this photograph.
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Waddon

4/5(9 area reviews)

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.

Waddon
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Broad Green

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

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

Broad Green
Early December in a suburban garden. My own back garden. It's a fairly large 1930s semi. The speculative builders simply bought a field, ran a road down the middle, and built houses either side. The gardens terminated at the edge of the field, which at this point coincided with a minor stream, the Chaffinch (now below ground). It also meant that they were pretty long, as well as wide - since the houses had garages and side entrances at the side. The oak trees would have been little more than saplings when the house was built. The tree on the left will soon lose its leaves, but the leaves of the tree on the right will stay until pushed off by the spring's new growth. The animal track in the lawn
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Shirley

Though Shirley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Selhurst Park Stadium and Crystal Palace Park.

Shirley

Popular day trips from Croydon

Piccadilly Circus featuring a city, city views and street scenes

London

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Bromley

Photo "South Croydon" by Ravenseft (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Ravenseft (CC BY-SA)

South Croydon

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Thornton Heath

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Mitcham

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Beckenham

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Photo by Peter Trimming (CC BY-SA)

Wallington

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Photo by Ewan Munro (CC BY-SA)

Purley

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.