Wapping Travel Guide
London
Popular places to visit
St Katherine's Dock
Explore the waterfront in London with a trip to St Katherine's Dock. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Tower Bridge
An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.
Buckingham Palace
Britain’s most famous home, the luxurious personal residence and workplace of Queen Elizabeth II, is open to all.
O2 Arena
Created as the focal point of Britain’s millennium celebrations, today this architectural wonder offers a world of entertainment under one enormous roof.
Piccadilly Circus
Often billed as the British version of Times Square, this iconic traffic hub is the perfect starting point for your London adventure.
Things to do
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter from Central London
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
London: Unlimited UK Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Top hotels in Wapping
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Great rooms, great location, fantastic staff. Average breakfast
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Strand Palace Hotel
The location is perfect and was incredibly comfortable, the staff was very nice and helpful.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Royal National Hotel
Great service form a friendly check in through to Hanan organising an excellent breakfast and the highly professional and friendly team going above and beyond. Really appreciated!
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
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Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Sea Containers London
Overall we had a love stay. Room was spotless with a fantastic view over the river to St Paul’s. Lovely communal spaces and great vibe. Only thing that made it a 4 instead of a 5 was that the team on check-in weren’t particularly attentive or welcoming.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
I love this hotel it’s very central to everything in London
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
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
Brick Lane and Columbia Road Flower Market 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 London Transport Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.
London City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.
