Top things to see and do in Paddington like a Londoner

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Top things to see and do in Paddington like a Londoner

London boasts of several stunning and beautiful boroughs and neighbourhoods and one of them is Paddington. Located in the heart of the city, Paddington has art, history, inventions, modern architecture and more to explore. 

If you are travelling to London, you must explore this beautiful area. You can book yourself a comfortable and convenient hotel in Paddington London. It’s a vibrant area to stay in and will make it easy for you to explore its sights and attractions. 

Little Venice

Little Venice

As the name suggests, Little Venice is a calm and peaceful place by the water with lovely cafes and restaurants along with it. You can enjoy a great breakfast in the Paddington area before you start your day full of activities. Here you can hire a boat and take a boat trip on the Canal to Regent’s Park or around Camden Market. 

Paddington station

The huge Paddington station is an attraction in itself. One of the prime stations of London, it connects you to the heart of the city, to London Heathrow airport and to other places outside of London via the National rail. There booking an accommodation near Paddington London keeps you well connected to the rest of the city. 

Hyde Park

Hyde Park

Though technically Hyde Park is not in London, still this massive royal park is only a 10 minute walk from Paddington. One of London’s royal parks, it offers tons of recreational facilities. Apart from a great trk, walk, run or a bike ride in this park, you can enjoy a lot more here.To name a few, you can swim in the serpentine lake or enjoy a boat ride in it, the art galleries and other exhibits, the winter wonderland during winter season, gigs and concert by famous artists and musicians, free debates and speeches at the speaker’s corner and an amazing play area to explore for those visiting with kids.  

Paddington Basin Bridges

Fine examples of modern architecture and art combined with functionality are Paddington’s Rolling Bridge and Fan Bridge. It’s a spectacular view to see them open and let the boats go through. The Rolling Bridge curls into a hexagonal shape, while the Fan Bridge takes the shape of a hand-held fan when not in use. 

Puppet Theatre Barge

Enjoy a good old puppet show, great for kids and adults at the Puppet Theatre Barge. Going strong for over 30 years, what better way but to indulge in traditional fairy tales and stories. It’s open all year around, on the canal. 

Alexander Fleming Museum 

This museum displays the works and laboratory of Alexander Fleming, who discovered Penicillin here. The life saving antibiotic medicine that changed the history of medical science was found here. This place is restored for the medical miracle that was birthed here, and for which Fleming won a Nobel Prize in medicine.

To experience all this and more in this bustling yet unique area of London, it’s worth living in this area and keeping a lookout for a good hotel deal in Paddington London