Wapping Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
St Katherine's Dock
Explore the waterfront in London with a trip to St Katherine's Dock. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments 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.
Big Ben
Arguably one of London’s most famous monuments, this prominent landmark is a national icon, adored by generations of Britons.
Buckingham Palace
This luxury residence of the oldest royal family in the world is still a national icon, attracting thousands of visitors each year.
Tower Bridge
A marvel of engineering, this iconic landmark has for centuries been at the forefront of London’s epic skyline.
O2 Arena
Attend music and sports events, see a movie or go bowling in one of the busiest arenas in the world, situated inside this iconic dome by the River Thames.
Activities
London: Speedboat Tour Through Heart of the City
London Small Group Tour: The Pirate Pubs of Old London Half-Day
London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates
Visit the Jack the Ripper Museum & See over 30 top London Sights tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Wapping
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.
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.
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.
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.
Southwark
Razor 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.
- St Katherine's Dock
- St George's Town Hall
- Hyde Park
- Big Ben
- Buckingham Palace
- Tower Bridge
- O2 Arena
- London Eye
- Piccadilly Circus
- Wembley Stadium
- The British Museum
- Tower of London
- London Bridge
- Trafalgar Square
- ExCeL Exhibition Centre
- Oxford Street
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Marble Arch
- Leicester Square
- Royal Albert Hall
- Kensington High Street
- Finsbury Park
- Hampton Court Palace
- Westminster Abbey
- The Shard
- Westfield London Shopping Centre
- Liverpool Street