Places to see in London Acton
Acton Attractions
Once you’re safely ensconced in the leafy Acton suburb, there’s a raft of popular attractions to occupy your time, particularly having a stroll around Gunnersbury Park and its many attractions (including a golf course and museum).
Recommended Attraction in Acton
But if we had to pick one thing to do, we’d certainly plump for the Aeronaut Pub on the High Street. This is not just your average boozer, oh no. This is also a brewery (great) but more than that is its own circus. Yep, a circus. With acts on regularly and an aeronautical theme throughout, this really is a must-see. You can watch an act or just grab a homemade beer and sit in a ramshackle carnival hut while you sup!
Acton Attractions List
Acton is an incredibly popular tourist destination, not least because of the plentiful, affordable accommodation close to Heathrow Airport, but also for the ease with which you can travel to the heart of London. Take a few minutes to take a look at the itinerary of attractions nearby that you can head to. Just make sure you use our Acton hotel booking service, to book somewhere really affordable to stay.
Here is the famous Hammersmith Apollo which is only one stop away on the tube from Acton. Its a former cinema which has been transformed into a live theatre featuring world class entertainers throughout the year. You can take in acts like those that have appeared recently - such as the fabulous Riverdance and the hilarious Ricky Gervais.
Address: 45 Queen Caroline St, London, Greater London W6 9QH
Phone: 0844 249 1000
Just a 10 minute tube journey away is the fabulous Kew, famous throughout the world for its Botanical Gardens that provide you with somewhere tranquil and beautiful to explore.
Here lies the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust in nearby Barnes. You can get up and close and personal with the ducks, geese and swans here.
Address: Queen Elizabeth Walk, London SW13 9WT
Phone: +44 20 8409 4400
Acton Carnival is held every year during July, and comprises of a street procession along Acton High Street. You will see hundreds of flamboyant costumes and carnival creations, headpieces and mobile structures, with contributions from ethnic groups around the world.
For the shopaholic, nearby Ealing shopping centre provides everything in the way of well known High Street shops, boosted by quaint nic nac bazaars, and all complimented by restaurants, pubs and cafes, and all just 6 minutes away from Acton Town tube station. You will love the variety!
Here is the famous Hammersmith Apollo which is only one stop away on the tube from Acton. Its a former cinema which has been transformed into a live theatre featuring world class entertainers throughout the year. You can take in acts like those that have appeared recently - such as the fabulous Riverdance and the hilarious Ricky Gervais.
Address: Popes Lane, Acton, London, W3 8LQ
Phone: 0845 456 2796
Pubs are something that the UK does really, really well, but even by our usual high standards, the Aeronaut Pub is a special breed of excellence. Situated in large premises on Acton High Street, the pub offers a large range of beers, including one brewed on site, as well as circus performances on Friday and Saturday nights and one of London’s most impressive and quirky gardens (particularly at night when it’s all lit up). With great décor celebrating the golden age of British aeronautics, this venue is truly magical and a great place to bring friends and family.
Address: 264 High Street, Acton, London, W3 9BH
Phone: 020 8993 4242
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