These are unusual times, and the state of affairs can change quickly. Please check the latest travel guidance before making your journey. Note that our writer visited pre-pandemic.
There are a lot of 'experiential' must-dos in East London, from visiting the flower market at Columbia Road to strolling along the Regentâs Canal, admiring the street art as you go and maybe stopping off at a historic pub or two. It's a slightly rougher, more creative side of the city â which of course adds to its charm â but youâll find niche museums, historic houses, bustling markets (food, flower or flea) and an expansive green space in the form of Victoria Park. Sports enthusiasts can head further east for the sporting heroes of the Olympic Park.