Popular locations to visit in South East London
Great for Coach Parties and Group Travellers.
Get Coach HireSome well known places that are ideal for groups attending by coach.
Most people have heard of the The O2 Arena (SE10) which is one the UK's biggest entertainment venues. It's well known for hosting major concerts, sporting events, and exhibitions, and with a seating capacity of over 20,000 it's fair to say they see a lot of groups arriving by coach.
Crystal Palace Park is set in large grounds surrounded by lakes and the Crystal Palace ruins. It's a lovely setting for outdoor events, festivals, and various sports activities. Visitors can take a walk, enjoy a picnic, and spend some quality time with the kids exploring the children's playground and maze.
Greenwich Park (SE10) offers panoramic views of London. It's home to the Royal Observatory and visitors can even stand on the Prime Meridian Line. The park hosts many events, festivals and concerts, not to mention some amazing outdoor theatre performances. Also, don't forget the flower gardens and a deer enclosure.
Borough Market in SE1, is one of London's oldest and most famous food markets. Its an interesting place to be, and always draws in large crowds. Your group can explore the extensive range of fresh food, then retire for refreshments in one of the riverside pubs or restaurants overlooking the Thames.
The Old Royal Naval College in SE10 is a UNESCO World Heritage site, that offers a sought after venue for concerts, cultural events, and exhibitions. The architecture of the place has to be seen and the scenic riverside location tops it all off to provide memorable experience for visitors.
For smaller groups of art lovers there's the Dulwich Picture Gallery (SE21) which was the world's first purpose-built public art gallery. Its collection features a few masterpieces by artists such as Rembrandt, Poussin, and Van Dyck. In addition to its permanent collection, the gallery also holds some special exhibitions making it a great idea for art students and enthusiasts.
Lastly, for another green space, we've got Blackheath Common (SE3), which usually has a range of events going on throughout the year. One of the most popular is the Blackheath Fireworks display, which attracts a large number of spectators, in addition to the fairs, music festivals, and other community events that frequently take place. And in the summer months it's ideal for picnics, sports and lovely walks.
Hire a Coach