Local info
Where to go and what to do in central London

Eating out

Nearby, at Butlers Wharf, Sir Terence Conran waves a gastronomic wand over Le Pont de la Tour, the Cantina del Ponte and Blueprint Cafe. Captain Tony marshalls his Pizza Emporium and Samuel Smiths landlords it at The Anchor Tap.

There is also a deli, bakery and winestore for those who prefer to self-cater.

Without travelling much further, you can experience London's famed culinary diversity and historic pubs.

To search for London restaurants by location and kind, visit:
london-eating.co.uk.

Shopping

Excellent boutique shopping is nearby at Hayes Galleria and St Katherine Docks.

For markets try the famous Petticoat Lane (less than a mile away) on Sunday mornings or the Bermonsey Antique Market, and other East End markets such as Roman Road and Brick Street.

Attractions

Situated in London's historic heart, there is plenty to see and do close by.

Nearby, on the Thames:

• The Tower of London, musuem and the Crown Jewels.
• HMS Belfast
• Tower Bridge

Across the Thames in the City of London:

• St Pauls
• The Bank of England
• Lloyds
• The Law Offices
• The Barbican
• Monument
• The Museum of London

A short ride on the Docklands Light Railway:

• Canary Wharf - Europe's tallest building
• Greenwich Naval Academy, Museum and markets
• The Royal Observatory
• The Cutty Sark

Getting around

Tower Hill, London Bridge and Bermondsey Underground Stations are only a few minutes' walk away.

The City of London is also within comfortable walking distance.

For detailed bus, river, tube, tram, taxi, coach and walking information, visit londontransport.co.uk.