Rebecca’s guidebook
Neighbourhoods
Clerkenwell
Art Gallery
Victoria Miro Gallery
16 Wharf RdGreat local gallery
Barbican Centre
Silk StreetBrutalist icon with theatre, restaurants, garden, and galleries.
Food scene
Afghan Kitchen
35 Islington GrnCasual spot with amazing food.
The Gate Islington
370 Saint John StreetVegetarian restaurant a nice night out.
The original nose to tail, the bar is a great spot for a snack and a drink.
38 locals recommend
Saint John Restaurant
26 Saint John StreetThe original nose to tail, the bar is a great spot for a snack and a drink.
DAISY
3A Lever StOur favourite baker, lot's of cakes, cookies, and delicious gluten free options.
Sightseeing
The Museum of the Order of St John
26 St John's LnFor some local history
The Charterhouse
Charterhouse SquareHistoric complex of medieval buildings.
Regent's Canal
A nice spot for a walk or for runners.
Performance venue
One of London's best venues for contemporary dance.
253 locals recommend
Sadlers Wells Theatre (Stop UB) station
One of London's best venues for contemporary dance.
Gym
Fab local gym with pool. One day free for first time visitors if you fill a form, then £10/day thereafter. There is also a spa that can be booked seperately.
17 locals recommend
Ironmonger Row Baths
1 Norman StreetFab local gym with pool. One day free for first time visitors if you fill a form, then £10/day thereafter. There is also a spa that can be booked seperately.
Local Pub
Sekforde Arms
34 Sekforde StRenovated local pub with nice wines.