Docklands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Canary Wharf featuring a city, a high-rise building and modern architecture
Canary Wharf showing a city and modern architecture
London featuring skyline, modern architecture and a city
Canary Wharf which includes a city and a skyscraper as well as a small group of people
Canary Wharf which includes a city, a river or creek and a bridge

Popular places to visit

ExCeL Exhibition Centre

ExCeL Exhibition Centre

3.5/5(7 reviews)

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.

ExCeL Exhibition Centre
One Canada Square featuring a skyscraper, a river or creek and a bridge

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.

One Canada Square
Canary Wharf showing a garden, interior views and night scenes

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.

Crossrail Place Roof Garden
Royal Victoria Bridge

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 acclaimed theatre scene.

Royal Victoria Bridge
Trinity Buoy Wharf

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 acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Trinity Buoy Wharf
Mudchute Park and Farm

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.

Mudchute Park and Farm

Activities

London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise

London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise

AU$20
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise
London: Buckingham Palace & Westminster Guided Walking Tour

London: Buckingham Palace & Westminster Guided Walking Tour

AU$123
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
London: Buckingham Palace & Westminster Guided Walking Tour
From London: White Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day-Trip

From London: White Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip

AU$165
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From London: White Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip
Guided Tour of Westminster Abbey with Tickets

Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Guided Tour of London

AU$161
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Guided Tour of London
London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise

London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise

AU$41
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise
Must See London in a Day

Must See London in a Day

AU$263
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Must See London in a Day
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Our pick of the best Docklands Hotel Deals

Point A Hotel - London, Canary Wharf
Point A Hotel - London, Canary Wharf
3 out of 5
1B Hertsmere Road West, London, England
The price is AU$158 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$158
22 June - 23 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and climate control. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,101 reviews)
"Well located. The staff is top rate!"

Reviewed on 7 Jun. 2025

Point A Hotel - London, Canary Wharf
Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
4 out of 5
3 & 15 West Lane, London, England
The price is AU$232 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$232
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions O2 Arena and ExCeL Exhibition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (236 reviews)
"Had the best stay at Vertus Edit Canary Wharf. Really well equipped room. Very good location to get to the o2 Arena. Jubilee line located 5 mins walk from the apartments. No parking, however, plenty of parking around. We have pre-booked parking at Canada Square Car Park (£20) for 24 hours. It was ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
The International Hotel
The International Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Marsh Wall, London, England
The price is AU$121 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$121
22 June - 23 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in ...
6.4/10 (1,962 reviews)
"First impression was a beautiful hotel. Staff were very friendly and helpful on arrival. Bar area looked great offering cocktails. Lovely foyer/reception area. Room was clean and had all we needed overlooking the river. Bathroom a bit tired, wire hanging below bath panel. Door very worn. Difficult ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

The International Hotel
Tribe London Canary Wharf
Tribe London Canary Wharf
4 out of 5
15 Water Street, London, England
The price is AU$206 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$206
22 June - 23 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,219 reviews)
"Great hotel with really friendly staff who were helpful when we had questions. Facilities were great and we would stay again."

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

Tribe London Canary Wharf
ARK Canary Wharf
ARK Canary Wharf
4 out of 5
20 Crossharbour Plaza, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$146 per night from 15 June to 16 June
AU$146
15 June - 16 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,294 reviews)
"Cute and comfortable stay, the views from the pool were great. My only complaint was there wasn’t soap in the bathroom. Oddly there was only shampoo and lotion."

Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2025

ARK Canary Wharf
Novotel London Canary Wharf Hotel
Novotel London Canary Wharf Hotel
4 out of 5
40 Marsh Wall, London, England
The price is AU$365 per night from 20 June to 21 June
AU$365
20 June - 21 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, staff are very helpful and breakfast was excellent"

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Docklands

Canary Wharf showing a bridge, a city and a river or creek

Canary Wharf

4/5(17 area reviews)

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.

Canary Wharf
London showing street scenes and markets as well as a family

Shoreditch

5/5(10 area reviews)

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.

Shoreditch
Southwark showing modern architecture and night scenes

Southwark

4/5(57 area reviews)

The Shard and London City Hall are top sights in Southwark, and you should be sure to explore the stunning river views. Hop aboard the metro at Kennington Underground Station or Bermondsey Station to see more sights in the area.

Southwark
The City of London which includes a skyscraper, a city and modern architecture

The City of London

4.5/5(80 area reviews)

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.

The City of London
London showing a bridge, a city and heritage architecture

Waterloo

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Waterloo
London showing heritage elements, markets and signage

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.

Covent Garden

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