A day on the Park

London’s new global attraction

London will be at the centre of the global stage in 2012. Its millions of Games-time visitors will discover a new destination.

Standing tall above it all, higher than Nelson’s Column, St. Paul’s Cathedral and Battersea Power Station, will be the 114m ArcelorMittal Orbit – the UK’s tallest sculpture – offering unparalleled views across the city.

The Orbit will be a symbol of the ambition and creativity of the Park, which will also be demonstrated by a world-class programme of activities, events and festivals to be staged from the summer of 2013 onwards.

A day in the Park might start with a coffee and toast, soaking in the views of the Park and the striking 2012 Games venues. Your morning could feature a trip up the Orbit – to see the remarkable panorama across London – followed by some retail therapy at Westfield Stratford City

Lunchtime could include some exercise at one of the sports venues or some street art in the open spaces that will feature an exciting line-up of activities and performance.

Your afternoon could be full of sport, whether trying your hand at BMX at the VeloPark or watching world champions at the Aquatics Centre or the Stadium

And, to finish the day, you could enjoy dinner at one of the Park’s restaurants – or head to Brick Lane, Green Street or other East London hotspots to enjoy local music and cuisine.