Docklands Travel Guide
London
Visit Docklands
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 fascinating museums 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.
IFS Cloud Royal Docks Station
You can take time to visit IFS Cloud Royal Docks Station during your travels to London. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
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.
Trinity Buoy Wharf
Enjoy an outing to Trinity Buoy Wharf during your stay in London. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
ISKCON Bhaktivedanta Manor
You can find out about the history of London with a stop at ISKCON Bhaktivedanta Manor. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
Warner Bros. Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter with Return Transfer
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Docklands
Locke London Canary Wharf
"Helpful!!! having a kitchen is so good"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Novotel London Canary Wharf Hotel
"Always a pleasure to stay here (my third visit for mine and my daughters annual London getaway). Hotel is spotless. Friendly welcoming and helpful staff. Comfortable and clean rooms. Absolutely superb breakfast with a wide variety and the most amazing city views to complement it. Great pool; again ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Novotel London ExCeL
"Decent hotel with good amenities with good access to the Excel centre."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
"Excellent. I've stayed twice now and this will be my go to when staying in Canary Wharf going forwards. Staff are lovely and the room is exceptional."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Limehouse Library Hotel
"Super charming property and very friendly and helpful staff! Easy access to the DLR to the London Tower or Bank to connect to the underground. Would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Tribe London Canary Wharf
"Amazing property with perfect location"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Docklands
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.
Canary Wharf
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.
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.
City of Westminster
Big Ben and Trafalgar Square are a few top attractions in City of Westminster. Hop around the city on the metro at St. James's Park Underground Station or Victoria Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
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 Liverpool Street. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.
