Herne Hill
Things to do in Herne Hill, Greater London
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Herne Hill is a place to eat rather than to stay. The neighbourhood supports a genuine variety of restaurants, from Park's Edge Bar & Kitchen (rated 4.8 from around 1,170 reviews) and Utter Waffle Herne Hill (also 4.8, from around 910 reviews) to Pizza Express, The Prince Regent, Llewelyn's and Archies. These are well-reviewed spots with substantial review counts, suggesting they draw real custom and have staying power.
Where to stay in Herne Hill
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The absence of hotels or self-catering accommodation here means you would need to stay in another part of London. That said, many of these restaurants command strong ratings and substantial followings, which speaks to the area's reputation as a food destination in its own right.
Homey Warm & Welcoming Room
12a Arodene Road, London
Premier Inn London Brixton
434 Coldharbour Lane, London
Innkeepers Collection London, Dulwic
73 Dulwich Village, London
Tulse Hill Hotel
150 Norwood Rd, London
The Lilac Door
140 Rosendale Road, London
George Canning Denmark Hill London
123 Grove Lane, Southwark
Leigham Court Hotel
18 Leigham Court Road, London
OYO New Dome Hotel
51-53 Camberwell Church Street, London
Things to Do in Herne Hill(1)
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Where to Eat in Herne Hill(7)
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The Brockwell Park Miniature Railway is the main draw for a family visit. Rated 4.7 from 74 reviews, it offers something concrete to do beyond eating and drinking. For those planning to base themselves elsewhere but visit the area, the combination of this attraction and the concentration of restaurants makes Herne Hill worth a day trip.
Attractions Near Herne Hill
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Brockwell Lido
Lambeth · ⭐ 4.0
1 mi
Belair Park
Southwark · ⭐ 4.6
1 mi
Family Leisure Zone & Soft Play Brixton
London · ⭐ 3.8
1 mi
Dulwich Park
London · ⭐ 4.7
1 mi
House Of Dreams Museum
East Dulwich · ⭐ 4.3
1 mi
Substation Brixton - Climbing Centre
South London · ⭐ 4.8
2 mi
Family Ceilidh
London · ⭐ 5.0
2 mi
South London Gallery
London · ⭐ 4.4
Camping in Herne Hill
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Abbey Wood Experience Freedom Glamping
⭐ 4.7 · from £98/night
Abbey Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
⭐ 4.7
Crystal Palace Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
⭐ 4.7
Beck Evans Farm
⭐ 3.4
Alderstead Heath Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite
⭐ 4.4 · from £36/night
Knockholt Retreat
Walton on Thames Camping and Caravanning Club Site
⭐ 4.2 · from £22/night
Lee Valley Camping and Caravan Park, Edmonton
⭐ 3.9 · from £22/night
Self-Catering Cottages in Herne Hill
All cottages in Herne Hill →The Bean Flat
2 bed · sleeps 6 · from £1,376
The Cwm View
1 bed · sleeps 4
On The Thames
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,246
River Lodge
2 bed · sleeps 4
Gascony Getaway
2 bed · sleeps 6
The Coppice
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £957
Twin Pines
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £591
Rose Escapes - Rose Cottage
1 bed · sleeps 2
Common questions about Herne Hill
What is there to do in Herne Hill?
We list 1 attractions and things to do in and around Herne Hill.
Where can I eat in Herne Hill?
We list 7 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Herne Hill.
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