Woolwich Riverside Travel Guide

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Woolwich Riverside
Long exposure of the Thames Barrier London at Sunset #bvstrove
It was a chilly walk tonight in London, but well worth it.

I had never been to the Thames Barrier and was inspired to go there by a couple of photos I saw on Trover.

I will post a couple of the barrier itself at some point.  This one was taken from the Thames River path just west of the barrier looking towards the Greenwich Peninsula and Canary Wharf.

You will recognise the Canary Wharf towers in the background.  Also the O2 arena on the right.  The red "lines" on the far right and going down in the middle of the frame are actually the moving cable cars (long exposure) from the Emirates Air Line.

Nice spot!
Detail of the landing in Woolwich Town Hall, the main seat of Greenwich Council, Woolwich, South East London.
These structures protect London from a water surge which could flood the city.  They also look really cool at night.

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Top hotels in Woolwich Riverside

1 Bed Apartment Sleeps 2 With Wi-fi & Tv

1 Bed Apartment Sleeps 2 With Wi-fi & Tv

3.5 out of 5
Royal Carriage Mews London England
Stay at this apartment in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room washers/dryers and in-room deep-soaking baths. Popular attractions ExCeL Exhibition Centre and O2 ...
1 Bed Apartment Sleeps 2 With Wi-fi & Tv
Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is Rp3.107.393 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
Rp3.107.393
Rp3.728.872 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,005 reviews)
Everything about my stay was excellent except for the totally inadequate and very slow lifts.

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is Rp2.617.668 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
Rp2.617.668
Rp3.141.292 total
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (9,583 reviews)
Our stay was excellent could not fault the staff very helpful. The room was comfortable and the views of Bridge were to die for. Even more so at night.

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road London England
The price is Rp3.766.537 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
Rp3.766.537
Rp4.519.844 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,546 reviews)
I felt the room and facilities did not match the price tag however the location is great. The staff in the spa area which was under construction and we were not aware of were not very helpful or courteous all of the other staff throughout the hotel that we encountered were lovely.

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street London England
The price is Rp1.694.942 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
Rp1.694.942
Rp2.033.930 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (5,613 reviews)
Ubicación perfecta

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Royal Garden Hotel

Royal Garden Hotel

5 out of 5
2-24 Kensington High Street London England
The price is Rp4.002.087 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
Rp4.002.087
Rp4.802.504 total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,848 reviews)
Best and fanciest hotel you can ever stay in

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Royal Garden Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Woolwich Riverside

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

Canary Wharf

4/5(523 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

4/5(73 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
The City of London which includes a skyscraper, a city and modern architecture

The City of London

4.5/5(674 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(11 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 Royal Festival Hall, 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
Carnaby Street featuring a square or plaza as well as a large group of people

London City Centre

4.5/5(21 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Piccadilly Circus and Big Ben are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city.

London City Centre


Woolwich Riverside Travel Guide