Visitor Economy
Visitors are a key driver of London's economy. They support around 260,000 jobs and account for around £15 billion spent in the capital each year.
London is recognised worldwide as a vibrant city with world class arts and culture, business facilities, education, sports and events. And with its diverse mix of people and cultures, London it has something for everyone.
Hackney has much to contribute to London's visitor offer and is well placed to reap the benefits, not just for businesses but for the wider Hackney community. By encouraging visitors, we can increase business and employment opportunities, support town centre development, improve Hackney's image and reputation and increase local pride in the borough.
Did you know:
- Over 1 million people spent at least 3 hours visiting Hackney and over 170,000 people stayed at least one night in 2006.
- These visitors spent in the region of £118 million.
- Hackney has a vast range of attractions including public green space, galleries, theatre & the arts, food markets, cafes & restaurants, iconic buildings, bars, clubs, festivals and museums - attracting over 1 million visitors per year.
- 30% of the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games are being held in Hackney, meaning many new visitors to Hackney in less than two years.
- The International Broadcast and Main Press Centres will be based in Hackney and home to around 20,000 journalists during the Games reporting news from the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games to a global audience of four billion.
Hackney Council is working to develop and promote Hackney's visitor offer. Information will be updated regularly on this page.
Information for Visitors
Further information about the borough and what it has to offer is available at:
Key attractions and hotels are also listed below.
Theatres, Cinemas, Music
Museums
Festivals
Leisure, Sport and Recreation
Further info: General Information and Booking
Hotels
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Hoxton Hotel: www.hoxtonhotels.com
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Express by Holiday Inn, London city www.visitlondon.com
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Crowne Plaza London Shoreditch (formerly St Gregory Hotel): www.saintgregoryhotel.co.uk
Page updated: 11 Oct 2010
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