Popular places to visit
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.
Big Ben
Arguably one of London’s most famous monuments, this prominent landmark is a national icon, adored by generations of Britons.
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.
Tower Bridge
A marvel of engineering, this iconic landmark has for centuries been at the forefront of London’s epic skyline.
Buckingham Palace
This luxury residence of the oldest royal family in the world is still a national icon, attracting thousands of visitors each year.
London Bridge
Known for its association with a well-known nursery rhyme, this iconic bridge has existed in various forms for more than 2,000 years.
Things to do
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
Kensington Palace & Gardens Tickets
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Balham
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Location: Perfect
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Royal National Hotel
Very good value. Bedroom was Spartan but extremely clean. Very comfortable bed. The vast hotel has all the amenities you need for a good business trip. Staff are exceptionally pleasant. Recommended.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Clean room, good shower, easy check-in and helpful staff
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
Room spotless, staff friendly, but amenities from the "old days" of Strand Palace are gone. No doorman, no concierge - info hard to get, mostly available by QR code. Staff not as sharp as previous years - scheduled car driver for Heathrow and I paced the lobby for half an hour before we realized ...
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Clean room
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Royal Garden Hotel
Great service, clean spacious room. The shower door opened only to the inside and therefore for a large person it was very difficult to use. Of course there was a bathtub with a shower attachment, but no screen. Suggestion: either replace the shower door with one that opens to the outside or put ...
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balham
Chelsea
Museums, theatres and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Chelsea. Sights like Royal Hospital Chelsea and Saatchi Gallery are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater London area at Sloane Square Underground Station.
South Kensington
Known for its fascinating museums and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in South Kensington. Check out top attractions like Kensington High Street and Natural History Museum, and jump on the metro at South Kensington Underground Station or Gloucester Road Underground Station to see more of the city.
City of Westminster
Big Ben and Piccadilly Circus are a few top attractions in City of Westminster. Hop around the city on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station or Victoria Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
Westminster
While you're in Westminster, take in top sights like Big Ben and jump on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station to see more of the city.
Kensington
Kensington High Street and Kensington Church Street are a few top attractions in Kensington. Hop around the city on the metro at High Street Kensington Station or Notting Hill Gate Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, beautiful gardens and charming cafes.
St James
St James is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Piccadilly Circus or St. James's Square.
