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
After visiting One Canada Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Docklands
Limehouse Library Hotel
unique decor
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Clean, had laundry, friendly staff, and near transportation. Small bathroom, warm water, and low/slow heating system!
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Aloft London Excel
Lovely pool Great location for what we intended the trip for
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
ARK Canary Wharf
Great stay, the room was clean and the kitchen well equipped with fridge, microwave, stove, kettle. well organise, compact room.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Premier Inn London Canary Wharf - Westferry
Good option since the DLR train station Westferry is right outside the property
Reviewed on 3 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 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.
