Surrey Docks Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Hyde Park
Once the private hunting grounds of a king, London's most famous park is today a place where everyone can enjoy gardens, monuments and music performances.
Buckingham Palace
This is a place adorned with tradition, spectacle and moments of national joy – and a palace that opens its doors during the summer months.
Piccadilly Circus
Piccadilly Circus is where the lights are bright, the traffic is busy, where cupid rules and the West End starts – or is it?
Tower Bridge
With its Gothic towers and elegant walkways, Tower Bridge is unlike any other – and a fitting gateway for ships sailing up the Thames.
Wembley Stadium
Catch an event at Wembley Stadium during your trip to Wembley. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
The Arena
Created as the focal point of Britain’s millennium celebrations, today this architectural wonder offers a world of entertainment under one enormous roof.
Top hotels in Surrey Docks
a&o London Docklands Riverside
Park outside the reception, check in and only then can you get the key code to enter the cavernous underground carpark! The aircon only goes down to 20 degrees C but that was cool enough. The mattress was quite firm which didn’t offer a good nights sleep but that’s me. Breakfast was adequate but ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Strand Palace Hotel
Clean room, pleasant and efficient staff, good breakfast
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
The room needs renovation: old bed mattresses, pillows need to be replaced, furnishings is outdated. The tv channel selection was poor. Staff was great, clean room. The restaurants on site had good food. Breakfast buffet is great. Location is great!
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
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Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
Friendly staff and location was perfect!
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Royal Garden Hotel
Everything was perfection. The staff did everything possible to make our stay enjoyable and comfortable.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Surrey Docks
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.
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 London Guildhall. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.
Shoreditch
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.
Waterloo
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.
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.
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 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.
