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Island Gardens

With spectacular views across the Thames to Greenwich, Island Gardens is a peaceful riverside park offering one of the capital's most iconic panoramas.

Located at the southern tip of the Isle of Dogs, Island Gardens is renowned for its uninterrupted views of the historic Greenwich waterfront. The park provides a tranquil setting for riverside walks, picnics and photography, with the Royal Naval College, Queen's House and Greenwich skyline visible across the river. Visitors can access the Greenwich Foot Tunnel directly from the park, allowing a unique pedestrian journey beneath the Thames. Tree-lined paths, open lawns and waterside seating make Island Gardens a popular destination for residents and visitors seeking a quieter side of London.

Trees in Island Gardens. The small green and gold glass pavilion on the right is the Rotunda Café

Its combination of heritage, open space and unrivalled views makes Island Gardens one of Tower Hamlets' most scenic green spaces.

Website: Tower Hamlets Island Gardens webpage
Email: parks@towerhamlets.gov.uk

Island Gardens
Island GardensSaunders Ness RoadLondonE14 3PS

Island Gardens DLR station is just a 2 minute walk away, providing direct links to Canary Wharf, Bank, Stratford and Lewisham. Bus routes 135, D7 and the N550 stop nearby, with the D3 also serving the area. The historic Greenwich Foot Tunnel is just a short walk away, providing a free pedestrian route beneath the Thames to Greenwich and its riverside attractions.