Docklands Travel Guide
London
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Trinity Buoy Wharf
Find out about the history of London when you spend time at Trinity Buoy Wharf. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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.
Royal Victoria Bridge
Learn about the local history of London with a stop at Royal Victoria Bridge. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Mudchute Park and Farm
Enjoy an outing to Mudchute Park and Farm during your stay in London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket
Windsor Castle Admission Tickets
Top hotels in Docklands
Limehouse Library Hotel
A unique hotel which is quirky in design from both decor and room perspectives. Very clean and great location for both central London and The O2 but the bed could be a little more comfortable. Also too much ambient lighting from the mini-bar fridge makes it very difficult to get the room completely ...
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
ARK Canary Wharf
Would recommend
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Aloft London Excel
All good, 2nd time staying and asked for a quiet room again and was given exactly that, good location for "that end" of ExCel
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Sunborn London
X
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
The whole stay was amazing, great cleanliness, location and very friendly staff. Overall an exceptional customer experience!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London ExCel
Room was okay
Reviewed on 3 Jan 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 Museum of London Docklands and Thames River. 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 Southbank Centre, 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 London Transport Museum 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.
