What's Tower Hamlets like?
Tower Hamlets is notable for its riverfront access. You can take some time to enjoy this romantic neighbourhood's art scene and museums. Learn about local heritage at top landmarks such as Tower Bridge and Tower of London. There's plenty more to see, including Troxy and Museum of London Docklands.
How to get to Tower Hamlets
Flying to:
- London (LCY-London City), 3.7 mi (6 km) from Tower Hamlets
- Heathrow Airport (LHR), 18.1 mi (29.1 km) from Tower Hamlets
- Gatwick Airport (LGW), 25.4 mi (40.9 km) from Tower Hamlets
Travelling to Tower Hamlets by train
You'll find the following train stations in the neighbourhood:
- Limehouse Station
- Shadwell Station
- Wapping Station
Getting to Tower Hamlets on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- Limehouse DLR Station
- Westferry Station
- Stepney Green Underground Station
Things to see and do in and around Tower Hamlets
What to see in Tower Hamlets
- Tower Bridge
- Tower of London
- Queen Mary, University of London
- One Canada Square
- Victoria Park
Things to do in Tower Hamlets
- Troxy
- Museum of London Docklands
- Brick Lane
- Old Spitalfields Market
- Columbia Road Flower Market
Other popular Tower Hamlets attractions
- St Katherine's Dock
- Shoreditch High St
- Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
- Thames River
- Mile End Park