Kingston upon Thames

Dating back to 838AD, the medieval market town of Kingston is now a colourful mix of unique shops, themed markets, street performances and numerous cafés, bars and restaurants.

With shopping to rival the West End of London, Kingston is a thriving shopping destination with shopping malls, department stores, high street shops, top name brands and quirky independent outlets, not to mention the regular and visiting markets.

With a buzzing arts scene, numerous galleries, live music, comedy nights and an internationally renowned theatre, Kingston is a hub of creativity.

One of only four Royal boroughs in England and Wales, the medieval market town is steeped in history and intrigue. The town has Royal links dating back over a thousand years with seven Saxon kings thought to have been crowned here. Guided historic walks around Kingston take place throughout the year.

Kingston has a vast array of cafés and restaurants offering mouth-watering cuisine from around the world to suit every taste and budget. Lively clubs, traditional pubs, cool bars, stand up comedy and the latest movies. There's a real buzz about Kingston.

Kingston and the surrounding area offers a range of accommodation to suit all tastes, including 4 star and budget hotels, family run guest houses and bed & breakfasts.