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THE 10 BEST Things to Do Near London Docklands Visitor Centre

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The Top Things to See and Do in Canary Wharf, London

There’s more to London ’s financial nucleus than glistening skyscrapers. Stroll through the subtropical Crossrail Place Roof Garden, educate yourself at the Museum of London Docklands and visit the largest fish market in the UK , if you can wake up early enough.

Follow the snaking line of the River Thames east of the city centre, and you’ll hit Canary Wharf. Once the busiest dockland in the world, it was transformed into a business hub in the 1980s, with shiny towering office blocks to rival those of New York. Today, it’s a well-established financial centre as well as home to botanical gardens and fascinating museums. Here are Culture Trip’s top recommendations.

1. Gaze up at One Canada Square

Building, Park

2. Visit the Museum of London Docklands

Before Canary Wharf became a skyscraper attraction and a major business district in London, it was a well-known port. Showcasing the rich history of Canary Wharf and other ports in the city is the Museum of London Docklands. On display are port and river collections, among others, representing London’s history from the Roman settlement era to the development of modern-day Canary Wharf. Inside a 19th-century warehouse, the museum tells the story of the UK capital through the eyes of trade, migration and commerce over the past centuries.

4. Discover the Crossrail Place Roof Garden

Botanical Garden

5. Haggle for fish at Billingsgate Market

Market, Seafood, British

6. Glide around Ice Rink Canary Wharf

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7. Marvel at towering trees in Jubilee Park

Sitting on top of a Tube station, Jubilee Park is a leafy, open-air space designed by Jacques Wirtz. Stroll along the metasequoia tree-lined paths with a coffee and doughnut from Crosstown, or bring a picnic lunch to sit on the sun-flecked grass. It’s a popular spot in the summer months with office workers and tourists in need of a sit-down.

8. Ponder the ‘Traffic Light Tree’

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While driving around London, the last thing you want to see is a cluster of traffic lights, all pointing in different directions. At 8m (26ft) tall, with 75 sets of lights, it’s actually a public sculpture called Traffic Light Tree , created by French artist Pierre Vivant. You can’t miss it, as it stands at the entrance of Billingsgate Market. At night, it looks much like a massive Christmas tree.

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About Docklands

The so called Docklands covers parts of four boroughs in London in the City's East and South East.  Formerly the port of London, in its heyday the world's largest port, the area is now known for being the capital's financial heart, and trading the world's money instead of its goods.

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History is all around you in the Docklands, and if you want to understand it all then the Museum of London Docklands is a good place to start.  From Roman London to the present. Take a walk through the old cobbled streets lit by lanterns, and then under Blade runner-esque steel, concrete and glass structures, down winding alleys and in to cosy pubs, to discover the fascinating past, present and future of the Docklands.

There are hundreds of restaurants in the Docklands, ranging from Chinese Yi Ban , to Spanish tapas at Iberica, Argentinian steak houses like Gaucho, American modern at Smollensky's, Italian, Il Bianco or La Figa, Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese, and the traditional British pub.  Wherever you turn, you won't be stuck for a place to eat, just follow the crowds and your nose and you should find something to suit every taste.

The Prospect of Whitby is London's oldest riverside pub. Bare knuckle boxing matches and animal fights were held here in the bad old days, and little signs around the bar and eating area give you the pub's history. Charles Dickens used to be a customer. In more modern times, this pub was a favourite of Paul Newman, Kirk Douglas, and Princess Margaret. Just one of many great places to while away the evenings in Docklands.

The Crowne Plaza is just one of many swish hotels in London's Docklands.  It took a while for this area to get trendy, but the combination of those visiting the banks and trading companies in the vicinity, and the proximity to City Airport and the centre via the Docklands Light Railway means that people have started seeing the area as a desirable place to stay, with bars, restaurants and shopping malls opening up.

The Docklands sailing and water sports centre is not strictly a shop, but you can buy lessons, and courses at the centre, which is Royal Yachting Association accredited to provide sailing and water activities.  The club is very active, with a youth club and lots of members who profit from the huge open spaces of water, and relatively little shipping, to sail in between the shiny impressive buildings. Shopping in Hay's Galleria is also good.

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Museum of London Docklands

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Housed in an 1802 warehouse, this educational museum combines artefacts and multimedia displays to chart the history of the city through its river and docks. The best strategy is to begin on the 3rd floor and work your way down through the ages. Perhaps the most illuminating and certainly the most disturbing gallery is London, Sugar and Slavery , which examines the capital’s role in the transatlantic slave trade.

Highlights include Sailortown , a recreation of the cobbled streets, bars and lodging houses of a mid-19th-century dockside community. There are also fascinating displays on the docks during the two world wars and their controversial transformation into London's second financial district during the 1980s.

There’s a lot for kids, including the hands-on Mudlarks gallery, where children can explore the history of the Thames, tip the clipper, admire a block model of the docklands and try on old-fashioned diving helmets. The museum has special exhibitions every few months, for which there is usually a charge.

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Recommended last entry is 4pm as the museum takes at least an hour to look around and we begin to close the galleries 20 minutes before closing time. General admission is free and you do not need a ticket in advance – just turn up and we will be happy to welcome you.

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At their busiest, London's docks employed over 100,000 people, landing goods from all over the world. After the area's commercial decline, the Docklands were regenerated as a modern business and leisure district, transforming them almost beyond recognition and giving them a new lease of life.

However, the boating tradition is still alive and well, with the West India and Millwall Docks system filled with an array of moored boats and visiting vessels, from yachts and cruise ships to historic Thames barges. The waterside Museum of Docklands is located at West India Quay and charts the development of the docks and London's port history.

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West India Docks were built in 1802. Here, for nearly 200 years, ships unloaded rum, sugar and coffee from the Caribbean. Cargo was loaded into warehouses, transferred on to barges and delivered all over the country via the canal system.

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As London became a hub for world trade in the late 18th century, there was a need for large-scale official docking facilities. In 1799 Parliament passed an act allowing work to commence in the Isle Of Dogs, and the West India Docks were built by the early 19th century. The success of this led to a dock-building boom, and before the century was out, the Millwall Docks, St Katherine's, Surrey Commercial, Royals and Tilbury Docks were all completed.

In 1908 the Port Of London Authority was established to secure the financial and operational future of the tideway and its docks. Trading continued to boom. Despite damage in the Second World War, the docks continued to boom, handling a record of 61 million tonnes in 1964. But with the arrival of containerisation, roll on/roll off loading meant a decline in shipping to central London, and gradually the docks fell silent. The West India and Millwall Docks finally stopped general cargo operations in 1980, followed by the Royal Docks in 1984.

A waterspace of this size, so close to the City of London, would never stay undeveloped for long. In 1981, the London Docklands Development Corporation took over, and the reclamation of Docklands for business, housing and entertainment has given the area a new lease of life - creating a scene that the 18th Century dockers, merchants and sailors would have found impossible to comprehend. The waterspace is now managed by the Trust.

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Author Bryan Dearsley has visited London many times, most recently on an extensive tour of England in the spring of 2022.

The banks of the eastern section of the River Thames are home to some of London's most interesting areas . It's here, on the river's south bank, that you'll find the historic London borough of Greenwich. Just six miles upstream from Tower Bridge and the Tower of London , it has long been the traditional London base of the Royal Navy .

Today, this beautiful corner of bustling London is home to the largest expanses of preserved historic architecture and parkland in all of England. In addition to the four major attractions you can explore under the Royal Museums Greenwich umbrella, including the famous Cutty Sark, you'll also want to dedicate at least a few hours to properly explore vast Greenwich Park itself.

Part of the fun of exploring this area of London is getting here. While it's easy to get to via the Underground (or "Tube," as it's known), you should certainly consider taking one of the frequent ferries and pleasure cruises that connect it to the City of London and Westminster. Alternatively, you can cross from the north bank of the Thames via the Victorian-era Greenwich Foot Tunnel or an ultra-modern scenic cable car.

However you intend on getting here, plan your visit to this vibrant area with our list of the top attractions and fun things to do in historic Greenwich, London.

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1. Climb aboard the Majestic Cutty Sark

2. explore the old royal naval college, 3. take a tour of queen's house, 4. sail the seas in the national maritime museum, 5. wander around greenwich park, 6. where time begins: the royal observatory, 7. shop at greenwich market, 8. cross under the thames via the greenwich foot tunnel, 9. cross over the thames aboard the emirates air line experience, 10. visit the museum of london docklands, 11. london's mega project: the thames flood barrier, 12. attend a concert at the o2, 13. take the thames clipper to the tower and st. katharine docks, 14. admire the views of greenwich from canary wharf, 15. see london's highest church clock at st. anne's limehouse, 16. explore the museum of the home, 17. eltham palace, 18. whitechapel art gallery, where to stay in greenwich for sightseeing, map of things to do in greenwich, london.

The majestic Cutty Sark , the last of the 19th-century tea clippers that once sailed between Britain and China , was built in 1869 and was considered the finest and, at 17 knots in full sail, the fastest ship of its day. Laid up in Greenwich in 1956, this impressive 85-meter-long ship is now part of a superb museum that includes an interesting collection of old ships' figureheads, prints and drawings, as well as mementos of its many voyages.

A new component of this tourist attraction is an all-weather glass dome that surrounds the vessel, allowing visitors to walk underneath the ship for a fascinating barnacle's view of its magnificent hull. The ship's interior is equally interesting, with your all-access visitor's pass allowing you to see everything from the crew's quarters to its storage holds.

A new addition is the opportunity to climb high up the ship's rigging (safety gear and guidance provided). If you've got the time afterwards, consider booking the great afternoon tea experience on offer here. You can replenish your energy levels while staring up at the ship's hull.

Address: King William Walk, Greenwich Peninsula, London

Official site: www.rmg.co.uk/cutty-sark

No visit to Greenwich should omit the Old Royal Naval College. Set overlooking the Thames and the first buildings you see if arriving by boat, the College stands on ground once occupied by a palace that belonged to Edward I and later Henry VII. It was here that Henry VIII was born, married Catherine of Aragon and Anne of Cleves, and later signed the death warrant of Anne Boleyn.

A new palace was completed by Wren in 1696 for Charles II and soon after became a hospital for disabled seamen. Notable features of the Chapel are the altarpiece, titled St. Paul's Shipwreck , by Benjamin West and the round pulpit, lectern, and font, made of wood from the old dockyard at Deptford.

Another highlight is the stunning Painted Hall. Considered one of the best Baroque interiors in Britain, it took English artist James Thornhill 19 years to complete. Covering around 40,000 square feet of the hall's walls and ceilings, this important work has come to be known as "Britain's Sistine Chapel." Self-guided tours are available.

It's also where you'll find the Discover Greenwich Visitor Centre , with its exhibits showcasing over 500 years of maritime history.

Official site: www.ornc.org

A Palladian mansion designed by Inigo Jones, Queen's House is a masterpiece of Classical architecture. It's perhaps most notable for its symmetrical proportions and fine marble floors, as well as its wrought-iron balustrades and carved and painted ceilings.

Begun in 1617, the house had been commissioned by James I but wasn't completed until 1629. With Greenwich Park as its garden, Queen's House epitomizes the entire art form of royal residences and is considered the first Renaissance building in England.

Today, visitors can also enjoy the property's superb collection of fine art, as well as frequent visiting art exhibits. Excellent guided tours are also available. Those traveling in winter between November and early January will want to rent a pair of skates for use on the Queen's House Ice Rink.

Address: Romney Road, Greenwich, London

Official site: www.rmg.co.uk/queens-house

The impressive collection of the National Maritime Museum (NMM) illustrates the history of the Royal Navy from Tudor and Stuart times through to the Napoleonic Wars and up to more recent times. The largest attraction of its kind in the world, this vast museum was opened in 1937 and today attracts upwards of two million visitors a year.

Pride of place is the museum's large collection of scale models of some of history's most important vessels. The world's largest such collection, it includes early trans-Atlantic steamers to mighty ironclad warships, as well as a model of Nelson's HMS Victory in what must be the world's biggest "ship in a bottle." A number of important full-size small vessels are actually housed in the museum's galleries, including royal barges and record-breaking speedboats.

The museum's impressive art collection contains superb seascapes by William Turner , as well as portraits of famous seamen by Joshua Reynolds and Thomas Gainsborough . A large number of ship-related artworks are also on display, as are regular visiting exhibits of related works.

Of special interest to kids is the huge interactive world map used to display details of some of the most famous events in naval history. Other highlights include displays related to the Arctic convoys of WWII, Lord Nelson, and the East India Company. Guided tours and educational programs are worth looking into, too.

Official site: www.rmg.co.uk/national-maritime-museum

When you're done exploring the museums, head away from the River Thames to Greenwich Park. Spread across 183 acres, this beautifully landscaped parkland started off as a royal hunting ground before being turned over for the enjoyment of the public.

While it's a bit of a climb, the views from the top adjacent to the Statue of James Wolfe are simply spectacular and likely the best you'll experience in London. You'll see the commercial towers of The City of London and Canary Wharf in one direction, and the iconic tent-like O2 venue in the other, while in between stands the Queen's House.

For those wanting to linger awhile, grab a snack and a drink from the Pavillion Cafe and head to the picnic tables at the back. The views are every bit as good from here. If you can arrive a little later in the day, the views are especially memorable at sunset. If visiting at dusk, don't be in a hurry to leave after the public address system announces the park's closure. Instead, take your time, and take the longest route back down to the river.

At the park's south end, farthest from the river, is the Ranger's House. This lovely red brick manor house stands adjacent to the park's Rose Garden and is home to the Wernher Collection with its displays of jewelry, glassware, antique silverware, and paintings. If you can linger a little longer, there's also a pleasant café on-site.

Official site: www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/greenwich-park

The Royal Observatory was founded in 1675 by Charles II to promote safer navigation. It was originally housed in Flamsteed House , which was designed specifically for the purpose by Sir Christopher Wren. After the Royal Observatory moved to Herstmonceux near Hastings in Sussex in the 1950s, Flamsteed House has been used to showcase a collection of old astronomical instruments in what's now known as the Astronomy Centre.

On a mast topping one of the building's towers is a red time ball that drops at 1pm every day, a device originally intended to enable vessels in the river to regulate their chronometers. The zero meridian of longitude, dividing the world into eastern and western halves, runs through the Meridian Building, and is marked by a steel rod in the floor.

A huge dome dominates the Equatorial Building, which houses Britain's largest telescope and the excellent Peter Harrison Planetarium .

Address: Blackheath Ave, London

Official site: www.rmg.co.uk/royal-observatory

Greenwich Market is a vibrant arts and crafts market dating to the 1830s. While once just a produce market, it now also houses over 120 stalls selling a range of goods, including antiques, arts and crafts, collectibles, as well as food stalls. If you're feeling peckish, pop into Crosstown Donuts for a tasty treat and an espresso.

This pleasant covered market also hosts an occasional farmers market, and many cafés and restaurants can be found close by. Open seven days a week, it's a fun way to spend a little time (and money).

Address: 5B Greenwich Market, East Greenwich, London

Official site: www.greenwichmarketlondon.com

Both sides of the Thames in East London are well worth exploring. In fact, one of the best ways to do so is on foot, taking time to enjoy the many parks and green spaces you'll encounter while exploring the area's numerous excellent art galleries and museums. In fact, if walking is your thing, one of the top free things to do in London is take the historic Greenwich Foot Tunnel .

Connecting the Isle of Dogs area on the north bank of the Thames to Greenwich, this remarkable feat of engineering was built in 1902 and is a fun and fascinating way to cross (under!) the river. The Greenwich entrance to the tunnel is impossible to miss. Looking not unlike a mini-version of London's famous Albert Hall, it's located right next to the Cutty Sark .

If you have the time (and energy), you can in fact make a pleasant loop tour by heading back to the north bank of the Thames via the Woolwich Foot Tunnel located east of Greenwich.

Another way to complete your Thames crossing "loop" is aboard the Emirates Air Line Experience. This fun cable car attraction has been providing visitors with spectacular London views since it opened in 2012.

Connecting Greenwich to Royal Victoria Dock in the Docklands area, the one-kilometer journey only takes a few minutes, but offers incredible selfie and memorable photo opportunities along the way. The cable cars operate until 11am each night, and offer equally spectacular evening views of London's skyline when it's lit up after dark.

Address: Unit 1, 2, 3 & 4 Emirates Cable Car Terminal, Edmund Halley Way, London

Official site: https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/emirates-air-line/?cid=emiratesairline

Located just across the river on the northern banks of the Thames is the revitalized Docklands . Easily accessible from central London by the excellent Docklands Light Railway, this historic area was once bustling with ships traveling to and from the far-flung corners of the British Empire.

These days, it's a very different kind of trading that goes on. Today, the Docklands area has been transformed into an international place of business, finance, and sightseeing, with modern business premises, hotels, recreation areas, and housing.

The best place to learn more about the area's rich history is by paying a visit to the Museum of London Docklands. It's located in the old Georgian warehouses on the north wharf of West India Docks , the Isle of Dog's last surviving multi-story warehouses from that period.

The museum explores the story of London's river, port, and people from Roman times to the recent regeneration of the Docklands. Many of its galleries feature fun, hands-on displays targeted at children.

Address: No1 Warehouse, West India Quay, London

Official site: www.museumoflondon.org.uk/museum-london-docklands

The Thames Barrier was constructed across the river near Woolwich, just a few miles downriver of Greenwich, in 1984 to prevent flooding upstream. This technical masterpiece, 569 yards wide, is the world's second largest movable flood barrier and sits atop huge piers supporting the steel gates that keep floodwaters out.

While visits to the actual barrier aren't permitted, there are good views from a riverside walk, and the visitor center has interesting displays concerning the construction and functioning of the barrier.

Official site: www.gov.uk/guidance/the-thames-barrier

Formerly known as the Millennium Dome and constructed as a celebration of the year 2000, the O2 has since evolved into one of London's top entertainment and concert venues.

Today, the massive dome-shaped structure incorporates a music club ( indigO2 ), the world's busiest concert hall (the O2 Arena ), 11 movie screens, exhibition space (the O2 bubble ), cafés and restaurants, as well as excellent views of Greenwich and both banks of the Thames.

The best views are from the superb Up at The O2 attraction, a thrilling 624-foot walkway stretching across the building's roof and with a spectacular viewing platform halfway along.

Location: Peninsula Square, London

Official site: www.theo2.co.uk

St. Katharine Docks, once considered a slum, is now one of the hippest areas of London's revitalized East End and has managed to keep much of its original character. It's easily reached by the Thames Clipper ferry service from Greenwich.

Many of the old warehouses here have been converted to dwellings. However, a number of important buildings, including the Dock Master's residence, the Dickens' Inn (1800), and the Ivory House (originally a store for ivory constructed in an Italian style) have all been carefully renovated. While a number of new buildings were also added, these were cleverly concealed behind old facades, and a newer addition, a food market, has also proven popular.

St. Katharine Docks is located handily beside Tower Bridge, the Tower of London , and Tobacco Dock , and makes a perfect place to get away from the crowds as you explore this historic riverside attraction.

Official site: www.skdocks.co.uk

The highlight of Isle of Dogs is Canary Wharf, the most ambitious development in the Docklands. Also easily accessible from Greenwich, this self-contained mini-city covers 69 acres and consists of a multitude of towers housing international financial institutions, with Canary Wharf Tower being the tallest.

The area is interesting to stroll around and contains many cafés and restaurants, as well as Island Gardens Park , a pleasant three-acre waterfront green space. The views of the Cutty Sark, the National Maritime Museum, along with Greenwich Park are phenomenal, and from here, you can walk the Greenwich Foot Tunnel under the Thames to Greenwich and its many attractions on the south bank of the Thames.

Official site: http://canarywharf.com/

St. Anne's Limehouse, built between 1712 and 1724, is the principal church of the Docks of London. Located midway between St. Katherine Docks and Canary Wharf, it was the creation of Nicholas Hawksmoor , a student of Christopher Wren , and was restored in the mid 1800s.

Today, it remains one of the landmark attractions in Limehouse thanks largely to its clocktower, the highest church clock in London.

Address: Commercial Rd E14, London

Official site: www.stanneslimehouse.org

The Museum of the Home presents furniture and household objects from the 17th to 20th centuries in the former poorhouses of the Ironmongers' Company. Each room is furnished to represent different English styles from middle class homes, complete with furniture, textiles, paintings, decorative arts, and other household items.

There are also period gardens and an excellent walled herb garden. The museum's Learning and Education Centre contains a library on relevant subject matters and also presents a variety of programs and workshops.

Address: Kingsland Road, London

Official site: www.museumofthehome.org.uk

Eltham Palace is one of England's most stylish 1930s country houses and is built on the site of a former 14th-century palace inhabited by Edward IV and Henry VIII. Along with its superb Art Deco interior are the extraordinary gardens around the palace, as well as a moat planted with water lilies.

Nearby Sutton House is also worth a visit and is a rare example of a Tudor red brick house. Built in 1535, its many early details are on display in rooms like the Linenfold Parlour, with its Tudor oak-paneled walls carved to mimic cloth. There's also a fun adventure playground for kids, as well as a café and shop.

Address: Court Yard, Eltham, Greenwich, London

Official site: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/eltham-palace-and-gardens/

A great selection of modern and contemporary art is on display at the Whitechapel Art Gallery. Designed by Charles Harrison Townsend and opened in 1901, it has since developed an international reputation as one of the key galleries of modern art and is famous for having premiered world-class artists such as Pablo Picasso and Jackson Pollock .

In addition to its stunning art exhibits, it also hosts many lectures and films. For a fun experience, check into one of the regular late night "after hours" gallery openings.

Address: 77-82 Whitechapel High Street, London

Official site: www.whitechapelgallery.org

We recommend these conveniently located hotels with easy access to top attractions in Greenwich, Canary Wharf, and the O2 Arena:

• InterContinental London - The O2 : This riverside luxury hotel in Canary Wharf features floor-to-ceiling windows, multiple restaurants, and a wonderful spa.
• DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London ExCel : Featuring mid-range pricing and great water views, this hotel offers warm cookies at check-in, and a well-equipped fitness center.
• Novotel London Greenwich : This Greenwich hotel offers affordable rates, modern rooms, a hammam, and a fitness center.
• Point A Hotel, London Canary Wharf : This popular budget hotel is set in a great location with a friendly staff and compact rooms with comfy beds.

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Take the Tube : The city's fantastic Underground system, or "the Tube" as it's more commonly referred to, makes exploring London's top attractions and things to do extremely easy and affordable. Easy-to-get-to-by-Tube points of interest include magnificent Buckingham Palace (nearest Tube: Westminster or Hyde Park), the historic Tower of London (nearest Tube: Tower Hill), and iconic Trafalgar Square (nearest tube: Charing Cross), to name but a few.

Fun Day Trips from London : Britain's rail network is also extremely efficient and can whisk you away to explorations of London's surrounding attractions . Popular choices include Hampton Court and Windsor Castle , fun-to-visit royal palaces on London's outskirts, and the university towns of Oxford and Cambridge , each an easy rail ride away.

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THE 10 BEST Things to Do Near DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London - Docklands Riverside

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Things to Do near DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London - Docklands Riverside

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• Tower of London: Entry Ticket, Crown Jewels and Beefeater Tour
• Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, and Bath from London
• Big Bus London Hop-On Hop-Off Tour and River Cruise
• Jack the Ripper Tour with 'Ripper-Vision' in London
• Westminster to Greenwich Sightseeing Thames Cruise in London
• (1.45 mi) Eighteen Sky Bar
• (1.39 mi) Hyper Reality
• (0.45 mi) The Cocktail Club - Canary Wharf
• (2.16 mi) Be At One Spitalfields
• (2.03 mi) Moonshine Saloon
• Discover over 1,000 restaurants near DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London - Docklands Riverside
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