Sites and Bites

Make the most of your time at the CSI Conference!  London has lots to offer for those arriving a few days early or staying an extra day or two.

Feel like staying in?  Our conference hotel, the DoubleTree by Hilton, has fantastic amenities including a fitness centre and indoor pool, onsite dining, and coffee shop serving up Starbucks.

Feel like going out?  The DoubleTree is located steps from the downtown core where many of the city’s popular attractions await. Check out this self-guided walking tour, all within 20 minutes or less from the hotel:

London Music Hall: A premier venue for many artists and bands touring through Southwestern Ontario.  Covent Garden Market: London’s oldest market, open 6 days a week with over 60 vendors offering food, arts & crafts, and a wide variety of specialty shops and services. Outdoor farmers market Saturdays 8am-1pm. Canada Life Place: This 10,000-seat venue is London’s go-to spot for concerts and sporting events. Museum London: Southwestern Ontario’s leading establishment for regional art, culture, and history.

Spotlight – 100 Kellogg Lane: While in London, you can check out Canada’s Largest Entertainment Complex. This previous cereal manufacturing plant has been transformed into a vibrant tourist destination feature a 20,000 square foot indoor adventure park and arcade, multiple restaurants and shops, sports simulators, craft breweries and distilleries, and is home to Canada’s first Hard Rock Hotel. It’s a must see!  7 min. by Uber or 13 min. by public transit from your hotel.

DINING OPTIONS:  Downtown London offers so many great dining options, it’s hard to choose. Just hop in an Uber and dozens of restaurants are minutes away.

Located inside the hotel:

• Blake’s: This casual dining spot specializes in Canadian and international pub favorites. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner
• The Grind: Located in the hotel lobby and serving Starbucks food and drinks. Also available for room service.

Fast Food & Coffee Shops nearby:

• Happiness (bistro café, baked goods): 430 Wellington St. – Open 9am-5pm seven days a week - 5-min walk
• Coffee Culture Café & Eatery: 260 Dundas St. – Open 7am-10pm seven days a week - 5-min walk
• Subway: 355 Wellington St. – Open til 7pm weeknights – 4-min walk
• Encore Burger & Cookies: 176 Dundas St. – Open til 5pm weeknights – 9-min walk

Restaurants nearby:

• Armouries Restaurant & Lounge: Located inside the historic Delta Armouries Hotel, this stunning atrium restaurant offers an all-day seasonal menu – 4-min walk
• Bear & Frankie’s: Located inside the Covent Garden Market, enjoy upscale comfort food like oven-baked pizza and homemade pasta – 10-min. walk
• Che Restobar: Check out this sleek venue for classic Latin dishes and cocktails – 6-min. walk
• Mythic Grill: This quaint Greek bistro with an outdoor patio is a London favourite – 17-min. walk
• Waldo’s on King: A mainstay of downtown London, enjoy globally-inspired Canadian dishes and an ample wine and cocktail menu - 9-min. walk

Feel like choosing your own adventure? Check out Tourism London for a comprehensive guide to all things culture, entertainment, dining, and more. 

Getting around London: If sightseeing outside of walking distance, London Transit offers easy-access buses to every corner of the city. Information about routes, schedules, and fares can be found HERE.

Don’t miss the chance to experience London’s attractions and unique experiences in this ever-growing city, making your Conference trip truly unforgettable.