A local guide for guests of InterContinental London – The O2 Inspired by its privileged location on the vibrant Greenwich Peninsula, InterContinental London – The O2 presents modern luxury accommodation overlooking the River Thames and Canary Wharf, just steps away from the world- famous The O2 arena. Greenwich is a diverse area with a historic UNESCO World Heritage centre and a trendy development area attracting creative and tech workers. We share a worldly fascination with our guests, nuanced with local wisdom and international know-how. Concert goers and shoppers will appreciate the direct walkway link with The O2 arena and ICON Outlet Shopping mall, just a few minutes from the hotel lobby. Please, find our recommendations here if you fancy to discover the area while you are staying with us. Getting around Greenwich Tube and Buses North Greenwich is the closest public transport station serviced by the Jubilee line and several buses. Waterloo station: 16 minutes | Bond Street station: 21 minutes (via tube) Uber Boat by Thames Clipper Frequent River Bus service from North Greenwich Pier or Greenwich Pier all the way to Putney Pier. Emirates Air Line Cable Car Runs from Emirates North Greenwich terminal to Emirates Royal Victoria terminal across the River Thames. Price: £5.00 for adults | Average flight time: 5-10 minutes Useful apps Citymapper and Google Maps can help you plan your journey with real-time transport times and updates. Experience Greenwich Greenwich symbolises the artistic and scientific development of the 17th and 18th centuries. The UNESCO World Heritage Site consists of the town centre, Royal Park, the Queen’s House, the Royal Naval College, and the Royal Observatory with the Meridian Line. The Greenwich Market offers local, artisan food and goods. Cutty Sark, the fastest sailing ship of its time, gives you an insight of how tea and other oriental goods made their way to England in the 1800s. Greenwich Peninsula is a trendy, quickly developing area attracting more and more creative, fashion, craft and tech workers. Exclusive discounts may be available at some local attractions when booking through the hotel. Please get in touch for more information and to book. ICON Outlet at The O2 London in the Sky ICON Outlet brings together over 60 of the Drink and dine 100ft in the sky at London’s best fashion and lifestyle brands, including Ted most talked-about dining experience. Baker, Nike, Hugo Boss, Adidas, and Lacoste at Returning to Greenwich Peninsula in July 2021. outlet prices. Hotel guests receive an additional Our guest get 10% discount for any weekday 10% VIP discount. tickets booked through the reception. Painted Hall at Old Royal Naval College Greenwich Market Often described as ‘the Sistine Chapel of the Explore London’s only historic market set UK’, the remarkable Painted Hall features within a World Heritage site. Meet Hartwig fantastic murals and architecture designed Braun, Greenwich’s most famous cartographer by Christopher Wren. Our guest receive 10% in his workshop which is surrounded by other discount if booked through reception. independent and boutique shops. Cutty Sark The Royal Observatory The legendary historic sailing ship was fastest The Royal Observatory, home of Greenwich Mean of its time. Now an award-winning visitor Time (GMT) and the Prime Meridian, is located attraction in Greenwich, London. Come aboard within Greenwich Park at the top of the steep hill the ship that travelled the globe. overlooking the Queen’s House and the National Maritime Museum. Emirates Aviation Experience Hollywood Bowl State-of-the-art technology, interactive displays Ten pin bowling, amusements arcade, and life-size aircraft models will ensure your American diner serving burgers, hotdogs and visit really ‘takes off ’. Take a Flight Simulator more. session and choose from an Airbus A380 or Boeing B777 to experience commercial flying. Mamma Mia! The Party Up at The O2 Take part in a brand new experience. A Greek Climb the top of The O2 on a 90 minute taverna. A Mediterranean menu. ABBA’s music expedition and see landmarks up all over and a party that never wants to end. London. Great for a family days out or for company team-building sessions. TOCA Social Greenwich Peninsula Golf Driving Range The world’s first social entertainment venue with a football twist. Enjoy flavoursome food, Practice your swing at the driving range or go unique cocktails, and immersive football games on a mini-golf adventure and enjoy a wine- under one roof. tasting session with world-class sommeliers against the city back- drop. Thames RIB Experience The Tide Experience an adrenaline fueled speedboat London’s first-ever elevated riverside linear park ride across the River Thames and take in is located right next to the hotel. Take in public spectacular views of the London landmarks. art installations be global and emerging artists, enjoy food and drink from independent traders or relax by one of the meditation points. The Line NOW Gallery London’s first dedicated public art walk Greenwich Peninsula’s free public illuminating an inspiring landscape where contemporary art, fashion, photography and everyone can explore art, nature, and heritage design space. Showcasing a diverse range of for free. The route runs between Queen creative works and artists in their unique glass Elizabeth Olympic Park and The O2, following gallery building right next to the tube station. the waterways and the line of the Greenwich Meridian. Design District Oliver’s Jazz Bar From a rooftop basketball court to a caterpillar- South-East London’s famous jazz bar with shaped food hall, Design District is the future live music every night. From local talents home of creative and tech workers. Wandering to international acts, Oliver’s Jazz Bar is a between the eclectic buildings you might bump cornerstone of London’s jazz scene for almost into the next Picasso or Zuckerberg. two decades..