What to do in East London

Activities, attractions and tours

Canary Wharf which includes a city, modern architecture and a skyscraper
Canary Wharf showing modern architecture and a city
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Tower Bridge featuring heritage architecture, street scenes and signage
Tower Bridge showing a monument, a city and heritage architecture

East London Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that East London has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

East London is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in East London to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

East London Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of East London.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to East London attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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What to do in East London


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Canary Wharf which includes a river or creek, city views and a bridge

Canary Wharf

4/5(35 area reviews)

Wander around London’s financial district in the scenic docklands with the tallest skyscrapers in the city. They are home to some of the world’s biggest companies.

Canary Wharf
London which includes markets and street scenes as well as a family

Shoreditch

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Colorful murals decorate the streets, restaurants serve up delicious global cuisine and markets offer antiques and vintage fashion in this buzzing neighborhood.

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Stratford

Aspers Casino and Westfield Stratford City are top sights in Stratford, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Pudding Mill Lane Station or Leyton Underground Station to see more sights in the area.

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Tower Hill

Enjoy the fantastic nightlife in Tower Hill. Tower of London is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Tower Gateway DLR Station or Tower Hill Station to see more of London.

Tower Hill
Tower Bridge showing a bridge, street scenes and heritage architecture

Tower Hamlets

4.5/5(116 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Tower of London while getting to know Tower Hamlets, and be sure to check out the stunning river views. You can hop aboard the metro at Limehouse DLR Station or Westferry Station to see more of the area.

Tower Hamlets
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Hackney

4/5(40 area reviews)

Enjoy the fantastic nightlife in Hackney. Shoreditch High St is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at London Fields Overground Station or Manor House Underground Station to see more of London.

Hackney

 

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