Amira's Guidebook
Sightseeing
A beautiful and large park with cafe and fountain. Hire a bike from the bike dock and cycle there in 7 minutes, or walk for 25 minutes.
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Pavilion Cafe
Old Ford RoadA beautiful and large park with cafe and fountain. Hire a bike from the bike dock and cycle there in 7 minutes, or walk for 25 minutes.
UNESCO World Heritage site.
The Tower of London is an internationally famous monument and one of England’s most iconic structures. William the Conqueror built the White Tower in 1066 as a demonstration of Norman power, siting it strategically on the River Thames to act as both fortress and gateway to the capital. It is the most complete example of an 11th century fortress palace remaining in Europe. A rare survival of a continuously developing ensemble of royal buildings, from the 11th to 16th centuries, the Tower of London has become one of the symbols of royalty. It also fostered the development of several of England’s major State institutions, incorporating such fundamental roles as the nation’s defence, its record-keeping and its coinage. It has been the setting for key historical events in European history, including the execution of three English queens.
20 minutes by TfL or a 17 minute cycle.
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Tower of London
UNESCO World Heritage site.
The Tower of London is an internationally famous monument and one of England’s most iconic structures. William the Conqueror built the White Tower in 1066 as a demonstration of Norman power, siting it strategically on the River Thames to act as both fortress and gateway to the capital. It is the most complete example of an 11th century fortress palace remaining in Europe. A rare survival of a continuously developing ensemble of royal buildings, from the 11th to 16th centuries, the Tower of London has become one of the symbols of royalty. It also fostered the development of several of England’s major State institutions, incorporating such fundamental roles as the nation’s defence, its record-keeping and its coinage. It has been the setting for key historical events in European history, including the execution of three English queens.
20 minutes by TfL or a 17 minute cycle.
Developing Hackney Wick is home to artist studios in former industrial spaces, quirky cafes, warehouse living and creative eateries, with craft breweries and edgy bars along its canal. Take the 339 bus from the flat for 20 minutes to explore.
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Hackney Wick
Developing Hackney Wick is home to artist studios in former industrial spaces, quirky cafes, warehouse living and creative eateries, with craft breweries and edgy bars along its canal. Take the 339 bus from the flat for 20 minutes to explore.
Local activities
Enjoy a stroll around the lovely local city farm. Beloved by the community, it’s a great way to spend a Sunday.
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Stepney City Farm
Stepney WayEnjoy a stroll around the lovely local city farm. Beloved by the community, it’s a great way to spend a Sunday.
The canal provides stunning scenery and sights along the way. Walk along the canal to the other side of the city, or find a quiet spot to enjoy the views.
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Regents Canal Walk
City RoadThe canal provides stunning scenery and sights along the way. Walk along the canal to the other side of the city, or find a quiet spot to enjoy the views.
Columbia Road Flower Market is a street market in Bethnal Green. It is famous for being one of London's oldest flower markets, with the best quality plants and flowers at great value prices.
The market is open on Sundays only.
14 minute cycle or 30mins by bus.
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Columbia Road Flower Market
Columbia RoadColumbia Road Flower Market is a street market in Bethnal Green. It is famous for being one of London's oldest flower markets, with the best quality plants and flowers at great value prices.
The market is open on Sundays only.
14 minute cycle or 30mins by bus.
Buzzing during both the day and night, with multiple restaurants, bars, pubs and clubs. Expect street art, a wide range of innovative food options, live music and a diverse, creative scene.
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Shoreditch
Buzzing during both the day and night, with multiple restaurants, bars, pubs and clubs. Expect street art, a wide range of innovative food options, live music and a diverse, creative scene.
Universities
A renowned Russell Group university, also running academic events for the public.
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Queen Mary University of London
327 Mile End RdA renowned Russell Group university, also running academic events for the public.
Consejos para la ciudad
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Underground tube.
Mile End and Stepney Green are the closest tube stations, both a 10 minute walk away.
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Bicycle hire
There is a Santander bicycle dock where you can rent a bicycle for a low cost by the hour. Cycle lanes are common in this area, please use them.