Buckingham Palace & The Tower of London

Britannia International Hotel, London

An impressive glass-fronted building, with equally impressive panoramic views
The Britannia-run International Hotel is an impressive glass-fronted building in a fantastic location on the water’s edge in Canary Wharf in London. Situated in the Docklands area of the city, it’s a modern hotel with fantastic floor-to-ceiling windows, providing breathtaking panoramic views over London’s iconic skyline. 

A warm welcome and comfortable accommodation
All bedrooms have an en-suite bathroom, TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee-making facilities. Start your day with a hearty breakfast in Jenny’s Restaurant, choosing from a superb selection of delicious hot and cold foods, including fruit, cereals, and pastries. Enjoy a refreshing drink or a tasty snack in The Conservatory Bar with its lovely waterside views of the Thames.

Convenient for exploring the city
You’ll find many popular attractions within a few miles of the International Hotel, making it an ideal base for an exciting city break to London. There are convenient public transport links with Canary Wharf tube station only a 10-minute walk from the hotel (it’s only 20 mins into London City Centre via the underground) and South Quay DLR station just a short walk from the hotel.

Facilities 

• Free Wi-Fi in public areas
• 3 lifts that access most floors
• TV in lounge/bar with live sports
• Pool table
• Two on-site bars serving hot and cold drinks plus light bites
• Conservatory Bar – floor-to-ceiling windows, waterside views, drinks and snacks
• Fridays Pub – live sports are shown on large screen, lively atmosphere
• Jennys Restaurant - buffet breakfast and evening meal served here
• Overstuffed Pizzeria
• Limited accessible rooms
• 24-hour reception
• In the room: En suite facilities, TV, tea and coffee making facilities, telephone, hairdryer

Tower of London

Immerse yourself in the haunting past of one of the UK’s most iconic buildings, The Tower of London.

In its 1000 year history the Tower has been used as a royal palace, arsenal, treasury, animal menagerie and, perhaps most famously, a notorious prison. It’s all waiting to be discovered on your coach break with Caledonian Travel.

Catch a glimpse of the glistening Crown Jewels, see the spot where famous prisoners were executed, browse the many museums on site and look out for ravens strutting the grounds. Oh, and remember to grab a selfie with a Beefeater!

One of the UK’s top visitor attractions which will add to your coach holiday memories in London.

London

There are so many things to see and do in England's capital
London is crammed with so much to see and do, it’s no wonder the city is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, attracting around 19 million visitors every year! London is the perfect destination for a city break with over 2,000 years of history, iconic buildings and world-class theatre. Discover some of London’s most famous landmarks, such as the Tower of London, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, and Buckingham Palace. Time it right and you could even experience the Changing of the Guard, one of the oldest ceremonies associated with the palace.

...especially museums
If you love a fascinating museum, you’ll be spoilt for choice in London. Explore The British Museum, Natural History Museum, Imperial War Museum and The Science Museum. You’ll even find a Sherlock Holmes Museum which is of course located on Baker Street.

The city's shopping is unrivalled
If you fancy a spot of retail therapy, London is an absolute dream. Head to Oxford Street and Regent Street and you’ll find all the big high street names. For a bit more luxury, pay a visit to Harrods, one of the largest and most famous department stores in the world. If you fancy something a little different, explore Camden Market with its many independent shops and stalls, selling fashion, music, art and food.

Buckingham Palace

Go behind the gates of the most famous property and landmark in the world, on a tour of the King's Official Residence, Buckingham Palace.

Follow Royal footsteps as you enjoy a tour of the Palace’s magnificent nineteen State Rooms to discover its unique treasures, browse the Royal Gifts Exhibition and wander through its incredible gardens – a wonderful opportunity you can’t afford to miss.

At National Holidays we offer a wide selection of short breaks to some of the UK’s best-loved stately homes and castles, allowing you to combine your love of history with a short break. Search today.