6 Hours In Newham

If you have 6 hours or a half day to spend in Newham, here are some suggestions of things to do:

• Visit Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park - home of the 2012 London Olympics. You can take a stroll around the park, visit the Orbit tower or even try your hand at some of the park's activities. Time needed: 2-3 hours.
• Explore the ExCeL London - a major exhibition and conference centre. Depending on what events are on, you might be able to attend or just wander round and admire the architecture. Time needed: 1-2 hours.
• Take a tour of the Royal Docks - a historic dockland area. You can admire the 19th century warehouses and learn about the history of the area. Time needed: 1-2 hours.
• Visit Westfield Stratford shopping centre - a large retail complex with over 250 stores. Whether you want to shop or just window shop, this is a great place to spend some time. Time needed: 2-3 hours.

Of course, you can mix and match these activities, or choose your own adventure for your half day in Newham!