1. Sit in the front for the view, but be warned: people will take photos of your back. You’re part of the scenery now.
2. Know your exits—some stations have multiple platforms for different branches. Check the yellow signs before boarding.
3. Use TfL’s app for live departures. The DLR runs every 5–10 minutes, so there’s rarely a long wait, but the app saves you aimless wandering.