Weekend breaks in London

It depends what you want to get out of your break. A weekend is enough time to see a lot of what London has to offer, but it’s best to have a general area in mind on what you want to see. If you’re in it for the museums and cultural icons, a trip to Greenwich and South London is great. Everything’s in the same area, close to brilliant shops and gigs at the O2. 

If you want your weekend filled with quirky markets, unique neighbourhoods and some of the best parties in the country, try East London and places like Shoreditch, Brixton or Hackney. They’re off the beaten track and aren’t where tourists would usually go, which means there’s lots more to discover in a weekend. Our Premier Inn London Hackney and London City (Old Street) are some of our best hotels for exploring these areas over a weekend. Perhaps you’re coming to London for a weekend to see the sights and you want to be in the heart of the action. Well, you’re going to want to stay close to Central London so you can see all the big attractions like Big Ben, the London Eye and the Globe Theatre all on the Thames. With good river taxis and Tube links, a weekend in Central London is unforgettable and it’s still easy to get around. Our hotels near St Pancras station include London St Pancras, London Waterloo (Westminster Bridge) and London Southwark (Tate Modern), which can really shave some travel time off your weekend. Can't decide between some quiet time in the Kent countryside or a day out in the capital? Take a look at our London Bexleyheath hotel, perfectly placed for whatever you fancy from your next short break.  Where should I stay for a weekend break in London?

First, think about what you want to get out of your trip and what you really enjoy doing. Take a scan through good articles like our London guide to see what kind of things you’re interested in and plan your trip around those. Then think about accommodation, a weekend is good chunk of time, but you don’t want to spend most of your trip travelling. Try and book one of our great-value hotels close to what you want to see, and with Premier Inn hotels across the capital, booking a stay with us really makes your weekend easier. Once you have a plan in mind, realistically set aside how long it’s going to take and what’s most important to you and focus on those first. 

Yes, but for a lot of people that’s one of the biggest reasons to visit! London is bustling, lively and full of energy. People visit from across the country to see the sights, shop and explore. If you’re worried about crowds, enjoy some of London’s amazing parks and outdoor spaces over the weekend. Even on hot days when everyone’s out, the acres and acres of Hyde Park mean there’s space for everyone, and there’s lots of shops nearby stocked up with plenty of food on hand for a fun day in the sun right in the heart of the city. 

London is probably one of the best city breaks in the UK, there’s so much to see and do and so many different landscapes to explore. From canals to skyscrapers, arcades to palaces and museums to clubs. It’s a great chance to get some of those sightseeing destinations ticked off the list and explore more of the UK’s heritage. We’d always recommend coming to London with a plan though, or you could find yourself spending a whole day just wandering. And of course, if you book at Premier Inn your city break in London only gets better, giving you more time and helping you stay closer to where you want to be.

Make the most of your weekend stay in London by using our local guide to help you get around. Whether you want to take a Tube, a bus or make like Boris on a bike, our guide can help you nip across the city like a local.