Around the hotel | Holmes Hotel London by Park Plaza

City attractions
Many museums and London family attractions have now reopened their doors with extra safety measures in place. It is mandatory to make reservations in advance before entering and you will be provided with a specific timeslot. Both museums and many London attractions have placed arrows inside indicating a one-way route, as well as signs showing where you should be standing at a 2- metre distance ensuring a safe visit for all. For more information on open London attractions and museums, please visit Visit London. Please visit Official London Theatre for the latest news and updates on shows.
Restaurants & Shopping
As of 17 May, many restaurants will have reopened for guests to enjoy. We would recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment as due to safety protocols, restaurants are only able to accommodate a certain number of guests per lunch and dinner sitting. Our concierge team will be happy to make reservations for you based on your preference upon arrival alternatively, you can search for restaurants and book directly via Open Table. All shopping streets including Oxford Street and Covent Garden, as well as large department stores including Harrods and Selfridges are open for visitors to enjoy. It is compulsory to wear a face mask in all shops and shopping centres.
Travel situation
Trains coming in and out of the city are now available to be booked. For the latest information please visit National Rail. Public transport including buses and the London underground are still running as normal, but you must wear a face mask. 

Holmes Hotel London by Park Plaza is surrounded by high-end fashion boutiques, cafés and restaurants The Wallace Collection , Selfridges and Regent’s Park are all within walking distance meaning you can explore the city on foot. Bikes are also available to hire across the city as another alternative.

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Madame Tussauds

0,17 mi / 0,27 km from the hotel
See many famous faces at Madame Tussauds London. This spectacular wax museum has more than 250 lifelike wax figures on display. Don't miss out on a behind-the-scenes look at how sculptors create the figures.

Oxford Street

0,67 mi / 1,08 km from the hotel
Oxford Street is perfect for those people who love to shop. With high-end brands, and mouth-watering restaurants, you will be spoilt for choice. Surrounding Oxford Street are relaxing parks to rest in after a busy day of shopping.

Regents Park

0,7 mi / 1,13 km from the hotel
Go for a stroll by the beautifully manicured gardens and fountains at Regent’s Park, located at the southern end of Camden Town. Enjoy a bit of bird watching, grab a snack at one of the local terraces, or take the kids to spend some time at one of the four playgrounds.

London Zoo

1,95 mi / 3,14 km from the hotel
When traveling as a family to the capital of England, head over to the London Zoo and visit its many exhibits. This popular zoo is home to animals and reptiles from all around the world, housing over 650 species. Don’t miss this unique attraction when visiting London.

Imperial War Museum

2,7 mi / 4,35 km from the hotel
A deeply moving museum, the Imperial War Museum preserves the stories of Britain's armed conflicts from World War I to the present.
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