Some History behind Victoria Station

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Victoria Station is one of London’s biggest and busiest stations. It serves the southern commuter belt along with Kent and the south coast. Victoria Station started as two stations in its early days. In the mid 1850′s the two stations were Victoria Station and Pimlico Railway. The brand new building that was constructed was a simple short walk from Buckingham Palace.

The Italianate architecture was implemented in the building as a way to blend in with the beauty of the district that surrounded it. Victoria Station was utilized by the London Brighton and South Coast Railway. The Great Western Railway also ran some services into the station.

In 1860 James T Knowles designed the Grosvenor Hotel that bordered on Buckingham Palace Road. This was one of the very first railway hotels. Two short years later Chatham and Dover Railway built a terminal. Now while these two operations stood side by side the stations performed daily operations completely independent of one another.

These days the Victoria Station remains to be one of the most busy stations in all of London. You will find that you can get just about anywhere that you would like to go while you are on vacation or traveling for other reasons.

Victoria Station is the gateway to all kinds of exciting places to visit. You can even have a wonderful time taking a moment or several to spend sometime exploring the world famous station before getting on with starting your vacation.

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Three Top-Rated Hotels Near Victoria Station

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If you’re looking for a top-rated hotel near Victoria Station you have a number of options to choose from. Travelers rated the following three hotels amongst the best hotels near Victoria Station: Park Plaza Victoria London, Hesperia London Victoria and The Goring.

The Park Plaza Victoria London is situated at 239 Vauxhall Bridge Road. This is a four star hotel recommended by 89% of reviewers on one travel review site. Rooms at this hotel include satellite TV, wireless Internet access and a minibar. There are many useful amenities in the hotel such as a health club, room service, and several business and event services. The hotel has a bar and lounge and a coffee shop as well as a restaurant.

Hesperia London Victoria is another four-star hotel in the area of Victoria Station which is recommended by 82% of travelers who reviewed this hotel. The hotel offers fitness equipment and a health club for exercise buffs as well as wireless Internet access and complementary Internet access in public areas for those who need to work or who just want to surf the Internet. The hotel has a restaurant as well as a bar.

The Goring is a five-star hotel at Beeston Place. This hotel is recommended by virtually every traveler stays there. It is a boutique hotel which includes 300 m of beautifully manicured gardens and it is near such tourist attractions as Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey and Trafalgar Square. The public areas of the hotel are decorated with ornate marble fireplaces, beautiful chandeliers, and the finest furniture.

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Shopping in London Victoria

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Just outside one of London’s largest train stations is also one of London’s best shopping areas. Just outside of the station is a plethora of shops ranging from clothing to the unimaginable. One shop in particular that should catch your attention is the Guards Shop and Museum. No mental picture of London would be complete without a quick thought of the guards that stand outside Buckingham Palace. They hold one of the most important jobs in the world and also hold a rich history that even many citizens are unaware of. But, in order to find out everything about the guards, their duties, and their role in modern history, you have to take a trip to the Guard Museum just outside of London Victoria station.

The museum and shop have been open for just over twenty years now and have both things for sale and display cases with former guards’ uniforms for viewing. In addition to seeing what the museum has to offer in terms of history and footage of the many different ceremonies the guards take place in, you must witness first hand the changing of the guard. Any tourist guide or Google search about the topic should tell you what times the guards change posts. Be sure to bring your camera and tripod to capture this truly fantastic spectacle!

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Places to Eat Near Victoria Station

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After a long day of travel, you will probably be hungry once arriving at Victoria Station. There are many wonderful restaurants close by to help you alleviate your hunger, all just a short drive away in your rental car. Be sure to plan for this ahead of time so you will know just where you want to go to satisfy your mid-day hunger. With the amount of restaurant options available, it is easy to become confused and go to the first place you find. Of course, while on vacation visiting the magnificent city of London, you certainly don’t want to just go anywhere! Continue reading to find our top recommendations:

JB’s Restaurant: Upon entering the restaurant, you will find uniquely wacky sculptures that will surely turn into a Kodak moment. The food is a delicious reflection of London cuisine, keeping in mind the season. You can also experience a trendy cocktail bar attached to the restaurant that is sure to provide a fun time any day!

Giraffe: A colorful restaurant, Giraffe is a favorite amongst both kids and adults. Offering a casual and friendly atmosphere, you are sure to leave happy and in a cheerful mood. The cuisine offers selections from all areas of the globe, sure to please an pallete!

Yo! Sushi: If you enjoy Japanese food, you will adore Yo! Sushi! This restaurant offers quality Japanese at a fraction of the price. Not wanting to imposter high end, expensive restaurants, Yo! Sushi offers a relaxing atmosphere, friendly service, and scrumptious food that is sure to delight anyone!

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