British Museum Small Group Tour
This 2-hour semi-private tour (8 people max per group) through the British Museum covers all the highlights of the museum including the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon Marbles, the Easter Island statues
YHA London Earl's Court
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Overview
Just a short walk from Earl's Court Underground station, YHA London Earl's Court is really easy to find and makes for a convenient base for a cheap London break, whether you’re a domestic guest or from overseas. Situated on an affluent residential street, the hostel is a gorgeous Victorian building and boasts a courtyard garden which guests can make the most of during the summer.
Close to Olympia, Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park, the Natural History Museum and the Royal Albert Hall, the surrounding area has attractions aplenty to enjoy! Plus, if shopping is your thing, treat yourself with a visit to a number of Knightsbridge's flagship stores.
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Things to do around YHA London Earl's Court
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The Houses of Parliament
Guy Fawkes once tried to blow up the Houses of Parliament and, whilst you won't find any gunpowder there anymore, it is still home to the UK government and some often explosive discussions between the
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Camley Street Natural Park
London Wildlife Trust’s flagship reserve, it hosts pond-dipping and nature-watching sessions for children and its wood-cabin visitor centre is used by the Wildlife Watch Club.
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Word on the Water
A floating bookshop on Regent’s Canal towpath. As well as keenly priced books they boast a wood-burning stove, friendly dog and occasional live jazz performances.
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London Street Art Tour
On this two and a half hour walking tour, your local guide will take you further into East London to discover street art, anti-gentrification movements, Cockney culture and more!
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3-hour London Private City Tour
Explore the major landmarks of London with your very own private tour.
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ASICS London 10k
The ASICS London 10k (formerly the British 10k) spans across the countries capital. You'll pass notable landmarks like the London Eye, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
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The British Museum
The British Museum houses a vast collection of artefacts and treasures, many of them acquired as the British Empire grew.
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2-hour London private city tour
Explore the best bits of London but are on a time limit? Take the London highlights tour offered by Sandemans.
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London Old City walking tour
Learn about the original London, a mere one square mile beside the river Thames.
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London Grim Reaper tour
This 2-hour walking tour begins in the 1400s, a time long before London had an official police force and when tyrants ruled and preyed on the weak.
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Buckingham Palace
Steeped in history, Buckingham Palace is a must see for any visitor.
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London Harry Potter Tour
This 2-hour walking tour covers all of London’s major Harry Potter sites, including the Ministry of Magic, the Leaky Cauldron, scenes from the films and much more!
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London pub crawl
Enjoy a great night out in London with the SANDEMANs Pub Crawl! London has long been home to legendary parties and we’ve got you sorted with some of the best spots in town!
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Madame Tussauds
Rub shoulders with Lady Gaga and the Beckhams, have your photo taken with the Usain Bolt or scream in the Chamber of Horrors.
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Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter
Want a magical day out?
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Free tour of London
No other tour covers so many major London landmarks! Have your cameras at the ready as we walk past Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and stroll past Buckingham Palace and St. James’s Palace.
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Alcotraz – London's speakeasy cocktail bar prison experience
Alcotraz Cell Block Two One Two promises to be one of the most unique cocktail bars in London. Once convicted, inmates are taken into an exciting world of mischief as they are instructed by a notor
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access after check-in
- 24-hour reception
- Café
- Classroom(s)
- Coach parking nearby
- Contactless payments
- Corridor zoning
- Cycle store
- Dining room
- Evening meals
- Full mobile coverage
- Games
- Garden/grounds
- Licensed bar
- Luggage store
- Medium garden/grounds
- Meeting room(s)
- Minibus parking nearby
- Near airport
- Near bus stop
- Near underground
- Outdoor seating
- Packed lunch
- Restaurant
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared laundry room
- Shared lounge
- Shared TV
- Sole use available
- Unlimited breakfast
- Vending machines
- Water refill station
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Reception opening hours: 24 hours.
Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests from 07:30 – 09:00 on weekdays and 07:30 – 10:00 at weekends.
Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.
Parking: There is no parking at YHA London Earl's Court. Public transport links in London are very good - it is easy to get around the city using the London Underground or bus service.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA London Earl's Court. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.
YHA London Earl's Court - Access Statement
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Volunteering
Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.
The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.
Find out more and apply to volunteer.
History
The building was originally a family home before it became a finishing school for 20-25 young ladies - where there were more staff and servants than young ladies! The school closed for a time and was then re-opened by the previous French teacher before it became a hotel. YHA has operated the building as a youth hostel for more than 55 years.
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Manager recommends: If you're on a quick weekend break, or just in London for a day do the Original Bus Tour and see the big sights. You can also walk to the Natural History Museum, only 20 minutes from the hostel - it’s a landmark!
Get a direct ride from Earl’s Court’s station to Kew, the Royal Botanical gardens, with its tropical glasshouses, kilometres square of various plants from all around the world and holiday seasons special events. Tickets can be booked online. Or why not take in a spectacular view of the city from Skygardens? This fantastic skyline is at the heart of the London business district. Entrance is free and can be booked online up to four weeks in advance.
About 20 minutes from the hostel, the Saatchi gallery is London biggest Contemporary Art Hub. Entrance is free to regular exhibitions. You can as well unfold the Big History of London at the 'Museum of London' with its fun, interactive expositions, full of touch screens, street reproductions, quiz and special events organized to entertain the small ones while educating their curious minds!
Go to the Tower of London - though a bit more expensive, you can easily spend the whole day there. In between uncovering whole chunk of England history, letting yourself be floored while admiring the jewels the crown and their regular special events and activity, you won’t have time to get bored. Special recommendation for the Beefeater Tour, it is free, it runs several times a day and leads you into area that are otherwise unavailable to public.
Finally, Richmond Park and its natural wonders. Nested on the outskirts of London, it’s the perfect place to escape from the hussle and bustle. Observe the deers and does in their natural environment and get lost in this maelstrom of reds and golden leaves as autumn unfolds.
