South side
The O2 Arena
World-famous concert and event venue right next to the south terminal. You can also climb its roof for skyline views.
Make a day of it
Around the line.
The cable car is short — about ten minutes door to door — so most visitors pair it with somewhere on either bank. Here's what's worth your time.
South side
Greenwich Peninsula
Sculpture trail, NOW Gallery and riverside walks along the Meridian Line.
South side
Maritime Greenwich
20 minutes by Thames Clipper: Cutty Sark, the Royal Observatory and the Old Royal Naval College.
North side
ExCeL London
Huge exhibition centre right next to the Royal Docks terminal — handy if you're visiting a show or convention.
North side
Royal Victoria Dock
Wakeboarding, paddleboarding and waterside bars in a regenerating dockland district.
North side
Crystal & Royal Wharf
Modern architecture walks and Thames-side cafés away from the tourist crowds.