Docklands road layout and tips

London's Docklands has a distinctive driving environment with modern roads, waterside stretches, and the Canary Wharf financial district.

Key features

Limehouse Link Tunnel

This major tunnel connects the City to Canary Wharf:

• Adjust to changing light conditions when entering and exiting
• Speed limit is 30mph inside
• No stopping except in emergency
• Follow lane markings carefully

Canary Wharf estate roads

Privately maintained roads with specific features:

• Speed limit of 15mph in many areas
• Speed bumps and raised crossings
• Priority for pedestrians
• Complex underground parking access

Rotherhithe and Blackwall Tunnels

Major Thames crossings nearby:

• No vehicles over 4 metres high in Rotherhithe
• Blackwall has separate northbound and southbound tunnels
• Congestion common during rush hours

Bridges and crossings

• West India Dock Swing Bridge. may close for boats
• DLR crossings require awareness of trains
• Numerous footbridges. watch for pedestrians

Parking

Parking is limited and expensive in Canary Wharf. Most visitors use public car parks. Street parking is heavily restricted throughout the Docklands.