Hounslow
Things to do in Hounslow, Greater London
For most people, a first trip to Hounslow starts with proximity to Heathrow, and the borough makes the most of it. Hotels like the Crowne Plaza London Heathrow T4 and Holiday Inn Express London Heathrow T4 sit close to the terminals, while options such as Heathrow Stay and Heathrow Traveller B&B are built around exactly that convenience, giving arriving or departing travellers somewhere straightforward to base themselves without venturing far.
But Hounslow is not just a stopover. Families staying a night or two often head to Hobbledown Heath, a farm park and adventure attraction that fills a day easily, or to one of the indoor play centres such as Jungle Versatile Indoor Play and Jumbo Gym's Playframe at Heathrow Gym, both useful on a wet afternoon. For something more active, Hounslow Golf Park offers a round without needing to travel further into London, and Gripped London gives climbers a place to test themselves indoors.
Beyond the borough's obvious attractions, the Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway is worth knowing about if you want a slower, more curious way to spend an hour, running along the route of the old waterworks and appealing to anyone interested in industrial history or simply a different kind of outing.
Where to stay in Hounslow(24)
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Where to stay depends on what you are here for. Business travellers and those catching early flights tend to gravitate towards the Heathrow-facing hotels, while guest houses like Crompton Guest House and Firs Lodge Bed and Breakfast, or the Civic Hotel, suit visitors wanting a quieter, more residential base a little further from the airport bustle.
Civic Hotel
87/89 Lampton Road, Hounslow
Crompton Guest House
49 Lampton Road, Hounslow
Crowne Plaza London Heathrow T4
Terminal 4, Swindon Road, Hounslow
Firs Lodge Bed and Breakfast
289 Bath Road, Hounslow
Heathrow Stay
198 Kingsley Road, Hounslow
Heathrow Traveller B&B
21 Woodfield Road, Hounslow
Heston Hyde Hotel
North Hyde Lane, Hounslow
Holiday Inn Express London Heathrow T4
Terminal 4, 1 Swindon Road, Hounslow
Things to Do in Hounslow(5)
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Where to Eat in Hounslow(214)
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Eating out is where Hounslow's character really shows, with 221 restaurants covering a huge range of cuisines. Taste of Pakistan and The Royal Chilli are solid choices for those after South Asian food, Vailankanni Cafe Velsao Pale brings a different regional angle, and Woody Kebab covers more casual eating. The Hanworth and The Jolly Waggoner offer a pub-style alternative, while smaller spots like TEA & COFFEE 78 LIMITED and The Art of Food at London United round out a food scene that rewards a bit of exploring rather than sticking to the first place you find.
Attractions Near Hounslow
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Flip Out Hounslow
London · ⭐ 4.8
1 mi
Osterley Park and House - National Trust
Isleworth · ⭐ 4.6
1 mi
Twickenham World Rugby Museum and Stadium
Twickenham · ⭐ 4.7
2 mi
Hounslow Urban Farm
Feltham · ⭐ 4.4
2 mi
Syon Park
Brentford · ⭐ 4.5
2 mi
Marzamemi Festival
Richmond · ⭐ 3.1
2 mi
Snakes and Ladders Play Centre
Brentford · ⭐ 4.2
2 mi
Tenpin Feltham
Feltham · ⭐ 3.9
Camping in Hounslow
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Apps Court
⭐ 4.2
Walton on Thames Camping and Caravanning Club Site
⭐ 4.2 · from £22/night
Laleham Camping Club
⭐ 4.0 · from £15/night
Chertsey Camping and Caravanning Club Site
⭐ 4.4 · from £15/night
Chertsey Caravan Park
⭐ 4.4
Mellow Farm Adventure Limited
⭐ 4.7
Wyatts Covert Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
⭐ 4.4
The Black Horse Pub
⭐ 4.0
Self-Catering Cottages in Hounslow
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Twicken Townhouse
4 bed · sleeps 9
Hill Rise Cottage
4 bed · sleeps 12 · from £3,786
Riverbank
6 bed · sleeps 11 · from £2,052
St Mary’s Crescent House
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £2,273
St Mary’s Avenue House
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £2,273
The Bean Flat
2 bed · sleeps 6 · from £1,376
Gascony Getaway
2 bed · sleeps 6
Farthing
2 bed · sleeps 4
Common questions about Hounslow
Where can I stay in Hounslow?
We list 24 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Hounslow.
What is there to do in Hounslow?
We list 5 attractions and things to do in and around Hounslow.
Where can I eat in Hounslow?
We list 214 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Hounslow.
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