Want to know about local attractions? Come along to East London week at the Greenwich Tourist Information Centre until Sunday 6 August.
Free activities
You'll be able to pick up lots of information on the many attractions and adventures that await you in East London.
All sorts of free activities have been organised to tempt locals to see what is on their doorstep this summer including:
- Amazing tales of the high seas with stories from colourful characters from the National Maritime Museum and Museum in Docklands.
- Pirates telling swash-buckling stories of ship wrecks and buried treasure at Ottakar’s bookstore.
- "Man overboard on the Cutty Sark!" He will drown if you don’t help find him - eek!
- Children's badge and finger-puppet making workshop at Lee Valley Park.
- Medieval mead and banquet served by the head chef of the Four Seasons Hotel.
- Free walks around Greenwich and East London with Greenwich Guides and the Association of Professional Tour Guides.
- Daily prize draws to win fantastic prizes including tickets for the London Dungeon, Tower Bridge Exhibition and City Cruises.
How do I get there?
You can find directions and more information about the Greenwich Tourist Information Centre in our Leisure and culture section.
They can also help if you need to make travel arrangements or book accommodation.
About East London
Once home to the world’s largest trading port, East London is a vibrant and culturally interesting place to visit.
It offers around 130 top attractions, ranging from the well-known National Maritime Museum to the fascinating Museum in Docklands.
Find out more about local attractions.
For more information on East London go to the Visit East London site.
17th July 2006