St Katharine Docks is a marina beside Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, with old dock buildings, footbridges and boats moored around the water. Walk the basins for a quieter change of pace, then choose from restaurants, cafés and pubs, including the Dickens Inn. The docks were named after the medieval hospital of St Katharine’s by the Tower, which stood on the site from 1148. Come for a waterside stroll or stay for a meal, with outdoor tables at several places around the marina.
From hospital site to marina
The docks take their name from the medieval hospital of St Katharine’s by the Tower, which stood here from 1148. The site later became a commercial dock and has since been transformed into a marina with shops, restaurants and cafés among the old dock buildings.
Today, boats fill the basins, and footbridges connect the walkways around the water. The mix of historic buildings and working marina gives the area a different feel from the nearby streets around Tower Bridge.
Walking the docks
A visit can be as simple as a circuit of the marina. Look across the moorings and explore the walkways before choosing a place to eat or drink. The Dickens Inn is among the dockside pubs, and several restaurants have outdoor dining.
Tower Bridge and the Tower of London are close by, so St Katharine Docks fits naturally into a walk around the area. For a calmer atmosphere, visit on a weekday or early on Sunday; weekends tend to draw more people.
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Where are St Katharine Docks?
The docks are at 50 St Katharine’s Way, London, E1W 1LA, beside Tower Bridge and the Tower of London.
What can you do at St Katharine Docks?
Walk around the marina, look at the boats and dockside buildings, or stop at one of the restaurants, cafés or pubs.
When is a quieter time to visit?
Weekdays tend to be quieter than weekends. Early Sunday morning is another option for a calmer stroll.
