Lambeth
Things to do in Lambeth, Greater London
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Lambeth is best approached as a place to eat and explore rather than somewhere to base yourself for a night. The restaurant scene is notably strong, with everything from casual cafés to more substantial dining. The Duchy Arms rates particularly highly at 4.5 from around 750 reviews, while Rooftop Restaurant and Shisha Terrace (4.4 from 1435 reviews) and Maries Cafe (4.4 from 1263 reviews) suggest there is genuine variety across price points and cuisines—Latin American at Chino Latino, Italian at Florentine Trattoria, and lighter options at The Garden Café.
If you are planning a day in Lambeth, you will want to combine a visit to the lido with a meal at one of the stronger restaurants. It is not a destination in the traditional sense—you would not pack a suitcase—but it has enough going on to make an afternoon or evening worthwhile, especially if you are already in south London.
Where to stay in Lambeth
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The Prince Hotel Vauxhall Central London Riverside
49 Black Prince Road, London
Hyatt Regency London Albert Embankment
10-11 Albert Embankment, London
Staybridge Suites London - Vauxhall
100 Vauxhall Walk, London
Park Plaza London Riverbank
18 Albert Embankment, London
Novotel London Waterloo
113 Lambeth Road, London
The Ship Rooms
171 Kennington Road, London
The Tommyfield Hotel
185 Kennington Lane, London
Premier Inn London Waterloo Lambeth Road
3-5 Lambeth Road, London
Things to Do in Lambeth(2)
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For things to do, Brockwell Lido is the standout attraction, rated 4.0 from over 1500 reviews. This is a proper public destination that draws real numbers, particularly in warmer months. The lido is the kind of place that gives a neighbourhood its character. Beyond that, the listings are thin on the ground for attractions, though Slime Planet offers something different if you are visiting with children.
Where to Eat in Lambeth(9)
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Attractions Near Lambeth
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Vauxhall City Farm
London · ⭐ 4.6
London Bicycle Tour Company
South Bank · ⭐ 4.8
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Tate Britain
London · ⭐ 4.7
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Imperial War Museum London
London · ⭐ 4.7
1 mi
Florence Nightingale Museum
London · ⭐ 4.5
1 mi
Sensas London
Vauxhall · ⭐ 4.9
1 mi
Adopt-a-Bear Experience
London · ⭐ 4.5
The Paddington Bear Experience
London · ⭐ 4.5
Camping in Lambeth
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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
Lee Valley Camping and Caravan Park, Edmonton
⭐ 3.9 · from £22/night
Beck Evans Farm
⭐ 3.4
Lee Valley Campsite, Sewardstone
⭐ 4.2 · from £24/night
Walton on Thames Camping and Caravanning Club Site
⭐ 4.2 · from £22/night
Apps Court
⭐ 4.2
Self-Catering Cottages in Lambeth
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On The Thames
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,246
River Lodge
2 bed · sleeps 4
The Bean Flat
2 bed · sleeps 6 · from £1,376
Gascony Getaway
2 bed · sleeps 6
The Cwm View
1 bed · sleeps 4
The Woodford Retreat
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,416
The Coppice
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £957
Twicken Townhouse
4 bed · sleeps 9
Common questions about Lambeth
What is there to do in Lambeth?
We list 2 attractions and things to do in and around Lambeth.
Where can I eat in Lambeth?
We list 9 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Lambeth.
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