Paddington Station Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Paddington Station. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Paddington Bear Walking Tour

• Gray Line London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Cruise

• London Eye Ticket, Big Bus Hop-on Hop-Off Tour & River Cruise

While visiting Paddington Station is free—it's a working train station—guided Paddington Bear walking tours start at around US$23, taking you around the station and surrounding neighborhoods, such as Little Venice and Portobello Road. London hop-on, hop-off buses start at US$34—these stop at Paddington Station so you can explore the area independently.

Yes, Paddington Station is well worth a visit. This Victorian landmark features an impressive iron and glass roof and is home to Paddington Bear, with a bronze statue of the much-loved character on Platform 1. For the full experience, a guided Paddington Bear walking tour also includes nearby spots such as Little Venice and Portobello Road Market, with anecdotes about the books and films along the way. Hop-on, hop-off buses also stop at the station, making for a handy sightseeing option.

Per one customer who booked the Paddington Bear Walking Tour, "Catherine was an excellent guide. Good knowledge of film locations. Additional information regarding history of the areas we visited and other events taking place in those areas we might enjoy."

There are several ways to get to Paddington Station from Heathrow Airport. The longstanding Heathrow Express is a premium train that takes visitors non-stop from Heathrow to Paddington; the journey takes around 15 minutes. Since 2022, the new Elizabeth Line has also served as a fast and affordable option.

The well-served Paddington Station offers several facilities, including more than 20 eateries ranging from casual coffee kiosks and cafes to sit-down restaurants. There are also more than 10 shops, including a pharmacy, free bathrooms, ATMs, currency exchanges, and water fountains.

Paddington Station is located near several popular tourist attractions in West London. Some of the local highlights include Little Venice (a picturesque neighborhood known for its canals) and Hyde Park (one of London’s eight Royal Parks); Notting Hill is also close by. And don’t miss the station’s famous Paddington Bear statue.

Paddington Station is the second-busiest train station in London and serves a wide range of destinations. In addition to nearby towns like Reading and Maidenhead and Heathrow Airport, trains from Paddington also run direct to Oxford, the Cotswolds, Bath, and Bristol, plus destinations in Devon and Cornwall.

Yes, paid luggage storage is available at Paddington Station. Left luggage facilities are located near platform 12 and are ideal for those traveling with large or bulky items. Both long- and short-term storage is available, and visitors can also book online in advance to make logistics even simpler.

Peak hours at Paddington Station fall during the rush-hour period on weekdays. The busiest times at the station are mornings before 9:30am and evenings between 4 and 7pm. It’s worth traveling outside those windows if you can, both for a calmer experience and lower-cost off-peak Paddington Station tickets.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting Paddington Station. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in London:

• Buckingham Palace

• Tower of London

• Westminster Abbey

• London Eye

• Houses of Parliament & Big Ben

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in London.