Sporting glory in West Ham
Bordered by the River Lea and London Olympic Park, this east London neighbourhood has benefited from the regeneration brought by the 2012 Games.
Go for a wander in West Ham Park
The largest park in the borough of Newham is a leafy green oasis where you can escape the hustle and bustle of city life for a while.
Shop in the shadow of the Olympic Park at Westfield
With more than 250 stores, shopaholics will be in retail heaven at the Westfield Stratford City mall. Find everything from Accessorize and The Amazing Chocolate Workshop to Victoria's Secret and Zara. There's also a 17-screen cinema and bowling alley, not to mention fantastic views of the Olympic Park.