Docklands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Docklands
Popular places to visit
ExCeL Exhibition Centre
Catch an event at ExCeL Exhibition Centre during your trip to London. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
One Canada Square
Enjoy views of the boats in this dockland area while visiting one of the tallest structures in the U.K.’s capital city.
IFS Cloud Royal Docks Station
You can take time to visit IFS Cloud Royal Docks Station during your travels to London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Crossrail Place Roof Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Crossrail Place Roof Garden, a lovely green space in London. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Trinity Buoy Wharf
Enjoy an outing to Trinity Buoy Wharf during your stay in London. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Hyde Park
Once the private hunting grounds of a king, London's most famous park is today a place where everyone can enjoy gardens, monuments and music performances.
Activities
London in a Day: Tower of London, Westminster Abbey & River Cruise
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
Our pick of the best Docklands Hotel Deals
Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Can’t fault this apart hotel, great location, great staff and only minutes away from the tube. Will definitely be staying again.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
ARK Canary Wharf
I was not allowed to stay in the room I had paid for because they have none of my details on their system, they said it does not matter if I have my confirmation details and I was told to leave, leaving me stranded in London for 9 hours
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Limehouse Library Hotel
Na
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Tribe London Canary Wharf
Great hotel, great location, friendly and informative staff! Would recommend
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Aloft London Excel
nice breakfast
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Point A London Canary Wharf
It was a terrible stay , would not go back there . They literally do not have amenities , just capitalising on the area where they are . Room wasn’t cleaned until 3 days after , no kettle or tea in the room . No intercom, no complimentary water , no mini fridge , literally nothing - just a bed and ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Docklands
Canary Wharf
Canary Wharf is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Crossrail Place Roof Garden and Museum of London Docklands. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Heron Quays DLR Station or Canary Wharf Underground Station.
Shoreditch
Shoreditch High St and Brick Lane are top sights in Shoreditch, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Shoreditch High Street Overground Station or Old Street Underground Station to see more sights in the area.
The City of London
The City of London is highly notable for its stunning cathedral, and you might want to visit top sights like St. Paul's Cathedral and London Guildhall. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.
Waterloo
Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Waterloo. Check out top attractions like London Eye and Royal Festival Hall, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.
Covent Garden
The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or Royal Opera House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.
Kings Cross St. Pancras
Kings Cross St. Pancras is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like St Pancras Chambers and British Library. See more of London by jumping on the metro at King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station.
