All the information and advice for visiting the Isle of Dogs in London: what to see and how to get there.
If you love areas that are a little "secluded" and quieter than the chaotic traffic of a large metropolis such asLondon, certainly theIsle of Dogsis right for you. The Isle of Dogs is a peninsula that rises east of London, right in front of theroyal burgh of Greenwich. Surrounded on three sides by the River Thames, it is shaped like a horseshoe and includes the districts of Millwall, Cubitt Town and Blackwall.
It was once home to a huge concentration of council housing, but has now taken on a new lease of life with the construction of the huge Canary Wharf office complex. Above all, the skyscraper stands outOne Canada Square, Also known asCanary Wharf Tower. It is the second tallest and most habitable building in all of England which, with its 244 meters in height, really seems to dominate everything.
It seems that the name "Isle of Dogs" derives from Henry VIII who, right on the peninsula, had theshelter for his hunting dogs. The legends, however, are intertwined since another interpretation has it that “Isle of Dogs” is a mispronunciation of “Isle of the Docks”. Regardless of the history, real or not, the fact is that this part of London is truly worth a visit.
WHAT SEE
The Isle of Dogs is located in east London and is easily accessible by tube. The stop is Canary Whalf, onDLR line. A square full of clocks, a true symbol of London, will welcome you as soon as you come to the surface.
From there you can decide whether to rent a bike and wander around freely or rely on your own good pace. Isle of Dogs is separate from theborough of Greenwichfrom the River Thames so, if you are in the area, crossing to the other side is truly mandatory! You can decide whether to venture into the pedestrian tunnel that begins inIsland Gardens Park or use the DLR line and get off at the Cutty Sark For Maritime Greenwich stop.
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