Tower Hamlets Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Tower Bridge showing heritage architecture, street scenes and a bridge
Tower Bridge showing a monument, heritage architecture and a bridge
Tower Bridge featuring modern architecture, a city and a bridge
Tower Bridge featuring heritage elements and a bridge
Tower of London showing modern architecture, a skyscraper and a city

Popular places to visit

Tower Bridge showing night scenes, a bridge and a river or creek

Tower Bridge

This world-famous landmark is at the heart of modern London life, and a testament to the city’s rich engineering and commercial history.

Tower Bridge
Tower of London which includes château or palace and heritage elements

Tower of London

One of the world’s most well-preserved medieval castles, this historic building is known for its fascinating and gruesome history.

Tower of London
London featuring street scenes, markets and signage

Brick Lane

Come to this street to see how traditional Bengali groups share the spotlight with the hipsters, trendsetters and fashion models of London.

Brick Lane
Old Spitalfields Market featuring markets and shopping as well as a small group of people

Old Spitalfields Market

Relish the bohemian vibe in this niche indoor market, which features an assortment of stalls and restaurants.

Old Spitalfields Market
St Katherine's Dock

St Katherine's Dock

Explore the waterfront in London with a trip to St Katherine's Dock. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

St Katherine's Dock
One Canada Square featuring a skyscraper, a river or creek and a bridge

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.

One Canada Square

Activities

Thames Cruise

Ghost, Ghouls and Gallows Tour : Guided Tour with Boat Ride

NZ$60
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Ghost, Ghouls and Gallows Tour : Guided Tour with Boat Ride
Friends on a Lunch cruise of the river Thames

City Cruises Lunch Cruise on the River Thames

NZ$109
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Lunch Cruise on the River Thames
London: Jack the Ripper Walking Tour - Ripper Vision Tours

London: Jack the Ripper Walking Tour - Ripper Vision Tours

NZ$45
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
London: Jack the Ripper Walking Tour - Ripper Vision Tours
Beefeaters at Tower of London, London EC3N 4AB, UK

Easy Access Tower of London Crown Jewel Torture and Executions

NZ$199
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Easy Access Tower of London Crown Jewel Torture and Executions
Best of Royal London: Tower of London, Boat Ride & Westminster Walk

Tower of London Guided Tour, Thames River ride & Changing of the Guards

NZ$188
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Tower of London Guided Tour, Thames River ride & Changing of the Guards
Private Walking Tour in London

Guided Walking Tour in London: Secrets of the City

NZ$56
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Walking Tour in London: Secrets of the City
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Our pick of the best Tower Hamlets Hotel Deals

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$280 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$280
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (7,800 reviews)
"Staff was great"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
citizenM Tower of London

citizenM Tower of London

4 out of 5
40 Trinity Square, London, England
The price is NZ$262 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$262
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,707 reviews)
"loved it!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

citizenM Tower of London
Point A Hotel London Liverpool Street

Point A Hotel London Liverpool Street

3.5 out of 5
13-15 Folgate Street, London, England
The price is NZ$163 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$163
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,793 reviews)
"Really clean ,opted for no breakfast. A little on the small side but big enough for a two night stay. It could have done with another pillow but in all excellent."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Point A Hotel London Liverpool Street
Hyatt Place London City East

Hyatt Place London City East

4 out of 5
Black Lion House, 45 Whitechapel Road, London, England
The price is NZ$295 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$295
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Bed was great. Breakfast was yummy. Quiet room."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Place London City East
Leonardo Royal London Tower Bridge

Leonardo Royal London Tower Bridge

4 out of 5
45 Prescot Street, London, England
The price is NZ$325 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$325
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,470 reviews)
"Walking distance from Tower Bridge and the Tower of London. Overall hotel experience was great. Good breakfast and amazingly comfortable room. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Leonardo Royal London Tower Bridge
ARK Canary Wharf

ARK Canary Wharf

4 out of 5
20 Crossharbour Plaza, London, England
The price is NZ$181 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
NZ$181
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,379 reviews)
Amazing stay
"It was amazing and stress-free! The apartment is compact and tidy! The apartment does get really hot! The spa is top-notch and very relaxing!"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

ARK Canary Wharf
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Other neighbourhoods around Tower Hamlets

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

Canary Wharf

4/5(17 area reviews)

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.

Canary Wharf
London showing street scenes and markets as well as a family

Shoreditch

5/5(10 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
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Stratford

Stratford is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Aspers Casino and Westfield Stratford City. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Pudding Mill Lane Station or Leyton Underground Station.

Stratford
The City of London showing heritage architecture, a city and modern architecture

The City of London

4.5/5(80 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 boating, a river or creek and a city

Waterloo

4.5/5(3 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 Southbank Centre, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.

Waterloo
London which includes markets, heritage elements 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

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