Olympic Park | Shopping | Canals | Entertainment | Sport | East Bank
Modern, vibrant and full of green spaces, Stratford combines world-class shopping, Olympic heritage and excellent transport links. Whether you're here to explore London's newest cultural district or simply enjoy a relaxed day by the canals, there's plenty to discover.
Nearest Stations
Stratfordο»Ώ
Plaistow Abbey Road
Best for
Shopping
Olympic Park
Families
Recommended visit
Half day
Full day with Westfield
Top Experiences in Stratford β
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
Built for the 2012 Olympic Games, this beautiful park offers walking trails, gardens, playgrounds and stunning architecture.
Westfield Stratford City
One of Europe's largest shopping centres, home to hundreds of shops, restaurants, cafés and a cinema.
ArcelorMittal Orbit
Ride the UK's tallest sculpture for panoramic views across London—or take the world's longest tunnel slide.
East Bank
London's newest cultural district, featuring Sadler's Wells East, BBC Music Studios, UCL East and the V&A East.
Canal Walks
Take a peaceful stroll along the River Lea and the Olympic waterways away from the busy city.
Stratford Roof East(seasonal)
A rooftop venue with street food, cocktails, mini golf and outdoor games during the warmer months.
One Perfect Day in Stratford
9:00 am
Coffee at Signorelli
10:00 am
Walk through Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
11:30 am
Visit the ArcelorMittal Orbit
1:00 pm
Lunch at East Village or Riverside East
3:00 pm
Shopping at Westfield Stratford City
5:00 pm
Drinks at Roof East (summer) or dinner overlooking the canals
Most Instagrammable Places
From striking modern architecture and Olympic landmarks to peaceful canals and city views, Stratford offers some of East London's most photogenic spots. Whether you're capturing nature, skyline or contemporary design, there's no shortage of picture-perfect locations.
East Bank
Modern architecture and waterside walkways.
ArcelorMittal Orbit
London's most unique skyline photo.
Queen Elizabeth
ο»ΏOlympic Park
Beautiful bridges, gardens and waterways.
London Stadium
The former Olympic Stadium makes a striking backdrop.
Roof East
Colourful rooftop views and city sunsets.
π‘Local Tips
Explore beyond the shopping centre.
The Olympic Park is one of London's best free attractions.
Weekday mornings are the quietest time to visit.
Don't miss the sunset by the waterways.
Stratford is perfectly connected to the rest of London, making it easy to explore iconic landmarks while enjoying a quieter neighbourhood to return to. Excellent transport links mean many of the city's highlights are just minutes away.
Nearby
Attractions
Hackney Wick
π30 min by bus
π 30min by bus
Victoria Park
π 19 min by DLR
ABBA Voyage
π40 min by DLR
Greenwich
π40 min by DLR
Canary Wharf
Stay in the heart of Stratford
Enjoy modern accommodation just minutes from Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Westfield Stratford City and excellent transport connections. Whether you're visiting for business, concerts or sightseeing, Host-UP puts London's best experiences within easy reach.
