Guidebook for London
Sightseeing
Tower Bridge is a combined bascule and suspension bridge in London built in 1886–1894. The bridge crosses the River Thames close to the Tower of London and has become an iconic symbol of London. Wikipedia
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Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge RoadTower Bridge is a combined bascule and suspension bridge in London built in 1886–1894. The bridge crosses the River Thames close to the Tower of London and has become an iconic symbol of London. Wikipedia
Tower of London
Former Tower English Monarchy
Historic Dock Buildings, some of the last surviving and the best examples in London
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Shad Thames
Shad ThamesHistoric Dock Buildings, some of the last surviving and the best examples in London
Tallest Building in Western Europe, great views, go here for the various restaurants and high tea
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The Shard
32 London Bridge StTallest Building in Western Europe, great views, go here for the various restaurants and high tea
St Katharine Docks Marina
50 St Katharine's WayWorking Dock in the Heart Of Old London
Beautiful Historic Cathedral
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The Cathedral and Collegiate Church of St Saviour and St Mary Overie, Southwark, London,
Beautiful Historic Cathedral
The home of The Mayor of London. The coffee bar is open to the public. Pop in and take a peek
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City Hall
Kamal Chunchie WayThe home of The Mayor of London. The coffee bar is open to the public. Pop in and take a peek
Book in advance and ride on a speedboat up and down the River and be James Bond for the afternoon
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Thames Rib Experience
Victoria EmbankmentBook in advance and ride on a speedboat up and down the River and be James Bond for the afternoon
Elegant networks of pylons rise from this remodelled footbridge. Offer good views of London
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Hungerford Bridge and Golden Jubilee Bridges
Blackfriars RoadElegant networks of pylons rise from this remodelled footbridge. Offer good views of London
You will need to book and bring ID to get in. Great views over London.
You can buy drinks or dine here, or simply visit to look at the views
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Darwin Brasserie
20 Philpot LnYou will need to book and bring ID to get in. Great views over London.
You can buy drinks or dine here, or simply visit to look at the views
Golden Hinde
Cathedral StreetA copy of Sir Francis Drakes famous Tea Clipper
London Eye
Giant observation wheel.
The Tallest Building in Western Europe. Pop in for a drink, book a meal at one of their restaurants, book afternoon tea or simply go for the view.
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The Shard
32 London Bridge StThe Tallest Building in Western Europe. Pop in for a drink, book a meal at one of their restaurants, book afternoon tea or simply go for the view.
Great Open Space for a walk or jog on the riverside with great views.
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More London Riverside
More London PlaceGreat Open Space for a walk or jog on the riverside with great views.
Druid Street
Druid StreetWeekend Markets
Hay's Galleria is named after its original owner, the merchant Alexander Hay, who acquired the property – then a brewhouse – in 1651.[1] In around 1840 John Humphrey Jnr acquired a lease on the property.[1] He asked William Cubitt (who was father-in-law to two of Humphrey's sons) to convert it into a 'wharf', in fact an enclosed dock, in 1856 and it was renamed Hay's Wharf.[1]
During the nineteenth century, the wharf was one of the chief delivery points for ships bringing tea to the Pool of London.[1] At its height, 80% of the dry produce imported to London passed through the wharf, and on this account the Wharf was nicknamed 'the Larder of London'.
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Hay's Galleria
1 Battle Bridge LnHay's Galleria is named after its original owner, the merchant Alexander Hay, who acquired the property – then a brewhouse – in 1651.[1] In around 1840 John Humphrey Jnr acquired a lease on the property.[1] He asked William Cubitt (who was father-in-law to two of Humphrey's sons) to convert it into a 'wharf', in fact an enclosed dock, in 1856 and it was renamed Hay's Wharf.[1]
During the nineteenth century, the wharf was one of the chief delivery points for ships bringing tea to the Pool of London.[1] At its height, 80% of the dry produce imported to London passed through the wharf, and on this account the Wharf was nicknamed 'the Larder of London'.
This must-see London attraction invites you to step inside the most famous bridge in the world to explore its iconic structure, spectacular views and glass floor, modern exhibitions and magnificent Victorian Engine Rooms!
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Administrative Building for Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge RoadThis must-see London attraction invites you to step inside the most famous bridge in the world to explore its iconic structure, spectacular views and glass floor, modern exhibitions and magnificent Victorian Engine Rooms!
Experience London's highest viewing platform at the top of The Shard - Western Europe's tallest building. It's the only place to take in over 1,000 years of the capital's history all at once.
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The View from The Shard
32 London Bridge StExperience London's highest viewing platform at the top of The Shard - Western Europe's tallest building. It's the only place to take in over 1,000 years of the capital's history all at once.
The Emirates Air Line is a cable car link across the River Thames in London, England built by Doppelmayr with sponsorship from the airline Emirates. The service opened on 28 June 2012 and is operated by Transport for London.
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Emirates Royal Docks station
27 Western GatewayThe Emirates Air Line is a cable car link across the River Thames in London, England built by Doppelmayr with sponsorship from the airline Emirates. The service opened on 28 June 2012 and is operated by Transport for London.
The Duke of York Column is a monument in London, England, to Prince Frederick, Duke of York, the second eldest son of King George III. The designer was Benjamin Dean Wyatt. It is sited where Regent Street meets The Mall, a purposefully wide endpoint of Regent Street known as Waterloo Place and Gardens, in between the two terraces of Carlton House Terrace and their tree-lined squares. The three very wide flights of steps down to The Mall adjoining are known as the Duke of York Steps. The column was completed in December 1832 and the statue of the Duke of York, by Sir Richard Westmacott, was raised on 10 April 1834
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Duke Of York Column
The Duke of York Column is a monument in London, England, to Prince Frederick, Duke of York, the second eldest son of King George III. The designer was Benjamin Dean Wyatt. It is sited where Regent Street meets The Mall, a purposefully wide endpoint of Regent Street known as Waterloo Place and Gardens, in between the two terraces of Carlton House Terrace and their tree-lined squares. The three very wide flights of steps down to The Mall adjoining are known as the Duke of York Steps. The column was completed in December 1832 and the statue of the Duke of York, by Sir Richard Westmacott, was raised on 10 April 1834
Commissioned by King Edward VII to commemorate Queen Victoria's death, and designed by Sir Aston Webb and completed in 1912, Admiralty Arch stands majestically at the North east end of The Mall.
This Grade I listed curved stone building has three arches and links The Mall to Trafalgar Square, adjoining the Old Admiralty Building. A Latin inscription along the top reads:
: ANNO : DECIMO : EDWARDI : SEPTIMI : REGIS :
: VICTORIÆ : REGINÆ : CIVES : GRATISSIMI : MDCCCCX :
(In the tenth year of King Edward VII, to Queen Victoria, from most grateful citizens, 1910)
Also take a look behind the Arch, where you will see a huge WW2 Fortress called The Citadel.
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Admiralty Arch
The MallCommissioned by King Edward VII to commemorate Queen Victoria's death, and designed by Sir Aston Webb and completed in 1912, Admiralty Arch stands majestically at the North east end of The Mall.
This Grade I listed curved stone building has three arches and links The Mall to Trafalgar Square, adjoining the Old Admiralty Building. A Latin inscription along the top reads:
: ANNO : DECIMO : EDWARDI : SEPTIMI : REGIS :
: VICTORIÆ : REGINÆ : CIVES : GRATISSIMI : MDCCCCX :
(In the tenth year of King Edward VII, to Queen Victoria, from most grateful citizens, 1910)
Also take a look behind the Arch, where you will see a huge WW2 Fortress called The Citadel.
The Mall is a tree-lined royal road leading from Trafalgar Square to Buckingham Palace. The road is closed to traffic on Sundays, public holidays and for ceremonial events, including royal weddings, jubilee celebrations, parades and state visits.
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The Mall
The MallThe Mall is a tree-lined royal road leading from Trafalgar Square to Buckingham Palace. The road is closed to traffic on Sundays, public holidays and for ceremonial events, including royal weddings, jubilee celebrations, parades and state visits.
Horse Guards is official ceremonial entrance to St James's and Buckingham Palace and headquarters to the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment who provide troops for The Queen's Life Guard.
A royal guard has been kept here since 1660 when the original Guard House of the old Palace of Whitehall was on this site. The Palace of Whitehall, the largest palace in Europe at that time, was destroyed by fire in 1698 and replaced by the present Horse Guards building in 1753.
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The Royal Horseguards
2 Whitehall CtHorse Guards is official ceremonial entrance to St James's and Buckingham Palace and headquarters to the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment who provide troops for The Queen's Life Guard.
A royal guard has been kept here since 1660 when the original Guard House of the old Palace of Whitehall was on this site. The Palace of Whitehall, the largest palace in Europe at that time, was destroyed by fire in 1698 and replaced by the present Horse Guards building in 1753.
Buckingham Palace is the London residence and administrative headquarters of the monarch of the United Kingdom.[a][3] Located in the City of Westminster, the palace is often at the centre of state occasions and royal hospitality. It has been a focal point for the British people at times of national rejoicing and mourning.
Originally known as Buckingham House, the building at the core of today's palace was a large townhouse built for the Duke of Buckingham in 1703 on a site that had been in private ownership for at least 150 years. It was acquired by King George III in 1761[4] as a private residence for Queen Charlotte and became known as The Queen's House.
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Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace is the London residence and administrative headquarters of the monarch of the United Kingdom.[a][3] Located in the City of Westminster, the palace is often at the centre of state occasions and royal hospitality. It has been a focal point for the British people at times of national rejoicing and mourning.
Originally known as Buckingham House, the building at the core of today's palace was a large townhouse built for the Duke of Buckingham in 1703 on a site that had been in private ownership for at least 150 years. It was acquired by King George III in 1761[4] as a private residence for Queen Charlotte and became known as The Queen's House.
Dean's Yard, Westminster, comprises most of the remaining precincts of the former monastery of Westminster, not occupied by the Abbey buildings. It is known to members of Westminster School as Green, and referred to without an article. It is a large gated quadrangle, closed to public traffic, surrounding a green upon which Westminster School pupils have legal rights to play football (they have some claim to have invented the modern game). Until the seventeenth century the Green was a third of its present size, since to the south stood the Queen's Scholars' dormitory, which was in monastic times the granary: its stones still support Church House.
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Deans Yard
20 Dean's YardDean's Yard, Westminster, comprises most of the remaining precincts of the former monastery of Westminster, not occupied by the Abbey buildings. It is known to members of Westminster School as Green, and referred to without an article. It is a large gated quadrangle, closed to public traffic, surrounding a green upon which Westminster School pupils have legal rights to play football (they have some claim to have invented the modern game). Until the seventeenth century the Green was a third of its present size, since to the south stood the Queen's Scholars' dormitory, which was in monastic times the granary: its stones still support Church House.
Be amazed by the glittering interiors of the grandest address in the capital, once known as 'Number 1 London'. This beautiful Georgian building was the London home of the first Duke of Wellington and has changed very little since his great victory at Waterloo in 1815. Revel in one of the finest art collections in London, with paintings by Velazquez and Rubens, as well as a wonderful collection of silver and porcelain.
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Apsley House
149 PiccadillyBe amazed by the glittering interiors of the grandest address in the capital, once known as 'Number 1 London'. This beautiful Georgian building was the London home of the first Duke of Wellington and has changed very little since his great victory at Waterloo in 1815. Revel in one of the finest art collections in London, with paintings by Velazquez and Rubens, as well as a wonderful collection of silver and porcelain.
London's most touristic square got its name from the fancy ruffled shirts - Picadils -made in the neighbourhood long ago. in the late 20th century the square veered toward the gimmicky and tack look - look no further than the gargantuan Ripley's Believe it or Not Museum. But it's trending back.
Until a couple of years ago, this was a famously busy traffic circle, with cars and big red buses spinning around the tipsy- but- perfectly balanced Eros statue in the centre. Now-though still packed with cars- it's also a packed people zone.
At night when the neon pulses, the 20-foot-high video ads paint the classic Georgian facades in a rainbow of colors. Black cabs honk and tourists crowd.
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Piccadilly Circus
Piccadilly CircusLondon's most touristic square got its name from the fancy ruffled shirts - Picadils -made in the neighbourhood long ago. in the late 20th century the square veered toward the gimmicky and tack look - look no further than the gargantuan Ripley's Believe it or Not Museum. But it's trending back.
Until a couple of years ago, this was a famously busy traffic circle, with cars and big red buses spinning around the tipsy- but- perfectly balanced Eros statue in the centre. Now-though still packed with cars- it's also a packed people zone.
At night when the neon pulses, the 20-foot-high video ads paint the classic Georgian facades in a rainbow of colors. Black cabs honk and tourists crowd.
The South Bank of the Thames is a thriving arts and cultural centre, tied together by the riverfront Jubilee Walkway.
This riverside path is a popular pub-crawling, pedestrian promenade that stretches along the South Bank. offering grand views of the Houses of Parliament and St. Pauls on a sunny day this is the place to see Londoners out strolling. The walkway hugs the river all the way down to Tower Bridge and beyond
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South Bank
The South Bank of the Thames is a thriving arts and cultural centre, tied together by the riverfront Jubilee Walkway.
This riverside path is a popular pub-crawling, pedestrian promenade that stretches along the South Bank. offering grand views of the Houses of Parliament and St. Pauls on a sunny day this is the place to see Londoners out strolling. The walkway hugs the river all the way down to Tower Bridge and beyond
15 Miles up the Thames from downtown, the 500 year old palace of Henry VIII .
Actually it was originally the palace of his minister Cardinal Wolsey. When Wolsey a clever man, realised Henry VIII was experiencing a little palace envy, he gave the mansion to his king.
The Tudor Palace was also home to Elizabeth I and Charles I. Sections were updated by Christopher Wren for William and Mary. The stately palace over looks the thames and includes some fine Tudor rooms, including a Great Hall with a magnificent hammer-beam ceiling.
The train takes around 2.5 hours from London Waterloo.
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Hampton Court Palace
Hampton Court Way15 Miles up the Thames from downtown, the 500 year old palace of Henry VIII .
Actually it was originally the palace of his minister Cardinal Wolsey. When Wolsey a clever man, realised Henry VIII was experiencing a little palace envy, he gave the mansion to his king.
The Tudor Palace was also home to Elizabeth I and Charles I. Sections were updated by Christopher Wren for William and Mary. The stately palace over looks the thames and includes some fine Tudor rooms, including a Great Hall with a magnificent hammer-beam ceiling.
The train takes around 2.5 hours from London Waterloo.
Leicester (LESS-ter) Square is a small park surrounded by glitzy cinema houses. It sits smack in the middle of the theatre district-ground zero for London's enticing offerings or flashy musicals, intimate plays starring big-name actors and much more. Here is the entertainment centre of London., a statue of Shakespeare looks out, as if pondering the quote chiseled into his pedestal. "There is no darkness but ignorance". Charlie Chaplin facing the bard, was a Londoner, the child of music-hall performers.
The squares movie theatres are famous for hosting red-carpet movie premieres. When Tom Cruise, Angelina Jolie or Brad Pritt needs a publicity splash it'll likely be here.
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Leicester Street
Leicester StreetLeicester (LESS-ter) Square is a small park surrounded by glitzy cinema houses. It sits smack in the middle of the theatre district-ground zero for London's enticing offerings or flashy musicals, intimate plays starring big-name actors and much more. Here is the entertainment centre of London., a statue of Shakespeare looks out, as if pondering the quote chiseled into his pedestal. "There is no darkness but ignorance". Charlie Chaplin facing the bard, was a Londoner, the child of music-hall performers.
The squares movie theatres are famous for hosting red-carpet movie premieres. When Tom Cruise, Angelina Jolie or Brad Pritt needs a publicity splash it'll likely be here.
Today Whitehall is chocked with traffic, but imagine the effect the broad street must have had to out-of-towners a century ago. In your horse-drawn carriage, you'd clop along the tree-lined boulevard past well dressed lords and ladies, dodging street urchins.
Whitehall is now the most important street in Britain, lined with the ministries of finance, treasury and so on.
The black ornamental arrowheads topping the iron fences were once colourfully painted. In 1861 Queen Victoria ordered them all painted black when he beloved Prince Albert (The only one who called her Vickie) died.
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Whitehall
WhitehallToday Whitehall is chocked with traffic, but imagine the effect the broad street must have had to out-of-towners a century ago. In your horse-drawn carriage, you'd clop along the tree-lined boulevard past well dressed lords and ladies, dodging street urchins.
Whitehall is now the most important street in Britain, lined with the ministries of finance, treasury and so on.
The black ornamental arrowheads topping the iron fences were once colourfully painted. In 1861 Queen Victoria ordered them all painted black when he beloved Prince Albert (The only one who called her Vickie) died.
HMS Belfast is one of only three remaining vessels from the bombardment fleet which supported the Normandy landings on 6 June 1944. The other vessels are the destroyer USS Laffey, part of the historic ships grouped at Patriots Point, South Carolina, and the dreadnought battleship USS Texas at San Jacinto, Texas.
In total, HMS Belfast spent 33 days in support of the landings and fired over 5,000 shells
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HMS Belfast
HMS Belfast is one of only three remaining vessels from the bombardment fleet which supported the Normandy landings on 6 June 1944. The other vessels are the destroyer USS Laffey, part of the historic ships grouped at Patriots Point, South Carolina, and the dreadnought battleship USS Texas at San Jacinto, Texas.
In total, HMS Belfast spent 33 days in support of the landings and fired over 5,000 shells
This magnificent world-famous collection of 23,578 gemstones boasts items that are still used in royal ceremonies today.
Powerful symbols of the Monarchy
The Crown Jewels, part of the Royal Collection, are the most powerful symbols of the British Monarchy and hold deep religious and cultural significance in our nation’s history. The mystique and beauty of the diamonds and precious jewels in the royal regalia have always held an unparalleled allure to visitors from across the globe.
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The Crown Jewels
Tower HillThis magnificent world-famous collection of 23,578 gemstones boasts items that are still used in royal ceremonies today.
Powerful symbols of the Monarchy
The Crown Jewels, part of the Royal Collection, are the most powerful symbols of the British Monarchy and hold deep religious and cultural significance in our nation’s history. The mystique and beauty of the diamonds and precious jewels in the royal regalia have always held an unparalleled allure to visitors from across the globe.
Horse Guards Parade in London is a parade ground near Whitehall used for royal parades and ceremonies.
Every morning the ceremony of Changing of the Guard takes place at Horse Guards Parade (11:00 Monday - Saturday, 10:00 Sunday).
The annual Trooping of The Colour, where the troops are presented to The Queen, takes place at Horse Guards Parade.
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Horse Guards Parade
13 Macclesfield StHorse Guards Parade in London is a parade ground near Whitehall used for royal parades and ceremonies.
Every morning the ceremony of Changing of the Guard takes place at Horse Guards Parade (11:00 Monday - Saturday, 10:00 Sunday).
The annual Trooping of The Colour, where the troops are presented to The Queen, takes place at Horse Guards Parade.
Arts & Culture
The Design Museum
224-238 Kensington High StMuseum of Design
The Scoop
Open Air Films and Cultural Events mainly during summer months.
London is the home of Gin. Only open at weekends if you like your gin.
Tel: 020 7237 1500.
Also try Lady Bird Gin in Maltby Street Market
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Bermondsey Distillery
55 Stanworth StLondon is the home of Gin. Only open at weekends if you like your gin.
Tel: 020 7237 1500.
Also try Lady Bird Gin in Maltby Street Market
Southwark Playhouse
77-85 Newington CausewayOne of London's best fringe theatres
A museum devoted to The Worlds most famous Nurse. Florence Nightingale
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Florence Nightingale Museum
2 Lambeth Palace RdA museum devoted to The Worlds most famous Nurse. Florence Nightingale
The Zany Fashion designer Zandra Rhodes opened her own museum in Bermondsey Street. The striking exterior by renowned Mexican architect Ricardo Legorreta give an indication of whats in store here
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Fashion and Textile Museum
83 Bermondsey StThe Zany Fashion designer Zandra Rhodes opened her own museum in Bermondsey Street. The striking exterior by renowned Mexican architect Ricardo Legorreta give an indication of whats in store here
Between 1780-1900 Richard and Henry Cuming collected more than 100,000 objects from all over the World. The Museum opened in 1906.
Cuming Museum & Newington Library
Walworth RoadBetween 1780-1900 Richard and Henry Cuming collected more than 100,000 objects from all over the World. The Museum opened in 1906.
A world-famous concert hall and arts venue. It is open, which makes it's cafes and bars and good meeting place.
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Royal Festival Hall
Belvedere RoadA world-famous concert hall and arts venue. It is open, which makes it's cafes and bars and good meeting place.
Tate Modern
BanksideGallery of International Modern Art situated on Bankside
Groundbreaking gallery with a programme of artists' and feature films
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White Cube Bermondsey
Bermondsey StreetGroundbreaking gallery with a programme of artists' and feature films
This venue host some of the most rocking night clubs and live music events in town
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Coronet
This venue host some of the most rocking night clubs and live music events in town
Small local Cinema and bar. Hold Farmers or Antique Markets, check dates, the markets are normally at weekends
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Bermondsey Street
Bermondsey StreetSmall local Cinema and bar. Hold Farmers or Antique Markets, check dates, the markets are normally at weekends
Gruesome insight to the Victorian Practises of Surgery
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The Old Operating Theatre Museum and Herb Garret
9a St Thomas StGruesome insight to the Victorian Practises of Surgery
The sight of England's Oldest Prison, dating back to Tudor Times. Now an interactive museum
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Clink Prison Museum
1 Clink StThe sight of England's Oldest Prison, dating back to Tudor Times. Now an interactive museum
Established in 1886 as 'a Collection of Art Treasures worthy of the capital city,' see works dating from 1670 to the present, including 17th-century portraits, Pre-Raphaelite masterpieces and a range of paintings documenting London's dramatic history.
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Guildhall Art Gallery
Guildhall YardEstablished in 1886 as 'a Collection of Art Treasures worthy of the capital city,' see works dating from 1670 to the present, including 17th-century portraits, Pre-Raphaelite masterpieces and a range of paintings documenting London's dramatic history.
St Martin-in-the-Fields is an architectural jewel sitting at the corner of one of the world’s most famous squares. It’s a place of encounter between God and humanity, the wealthy and the destitute, culture and commerce. We welcome you into the warmth of this vibrant community.
Classical concerts are often held at St Martins, They also have a cafe in the crypt. Check out on line to see what is on.
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St Martin-in-the-Fields
Trafalgar SquareSt Martin-in-the-Fields is an architectural jewel sitting at the corner of one of the world’s most famous squares. It’s a place of encounter between God and humanity, the wealthy and the destitute, culture and commerce. We welcome you into the warmth of this vibrant community.
Classical concerts are often held at St Martins, They also have a cafe in the crypt. Check out on line to see what is on.
Discover the rooms where Winston Churchill and his Cabinet sheltered during World War 2 on a tour of the Churchill War Rooms in London. See artifacts of war, and experience the wartime bunker, left just as it was during the days of the Blitz.
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Churchill War Rooms
King Charles StreetDiscover the rooms where Winston Churchill and his Cabinet sheltered during World War 2 on a tour of the Churchill War Rooms in London. See artifacts of war, and experience the wartime bunker, left just as it was during the days of the Blitz.
This impressive museum covers the wars of the last century-- from World War 1 Biplanes, to the rise of fascism, to Montgomery's Africa campaign, to the Cold War, the Cuban Missile Crisis, The trouble in Northern Ireland, the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and terrorism. Rather than glorify war, the museum encourages an understanding of the history of modern warfare and the wartime experience, including the effect it has on everyday lives of the people back home.
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Imperial War Museums
Lambeth RoadThis impressive museum covers the wars of the last century-- from World War 1 Biplanes, to the rise of fascism, to Montgomery's Africa campaign, to the Cold War, the Cuban Missile Crisis, The trouble in Northern Ireland, the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and terrorism. Rather than glorify war, the museum encourages an understanding of the history of modern warfare and the wartime experience, including the effect it has on everyday lives of the people back home.
One of Europe's great art houses, Tate Britain specializies in British paintings from the 16th Century through to modern times. It displays good examples of William Blake religious sketches and the Pre-Raphaelites' naturalistic and detailed art, Gainsborough's aristocratic ladies and the best collection anywhere of J.M.W Turner's swirling works.
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Tate Britain
MillbankOne of Europe's great art houses, Tate Britain specializies in British paintings from the 16th Century through to modern times. It displays good examples of William Blake religious sketches and the Pre-Raphaelites' naturalistic and detailed art, Gainsborough's aristocratic ladies and the best collection anywhere of J.M.W Turner's swirling works.
Step back in time and explore the life and literature of England's national poet William Shakespeare. In ode to the Bard, Shakespeares Globe presents Shakespearean plays with respect of old conventions. Check the Globe's event calendar while you're in town to catch a play in authentic recreated surrounds.
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Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
21 New Globe WalkStep back in time and explore the life and literature of England's national poet William Shakespeare. In ode to the Bard, Shakespeares Globe presents Shakespearean plays with respect of old conventions. Check the Globe's event calendar while you're in town to catch a play in authentic recreated surrounds.
The Royal Festival Hall is a 2,900-seat concert, dance and talks venue within Southbank Centre in London. It is situated on the South Bank of the River Thames, not far from Hungerford Bridge, in the London Borough of Lambeth. It is a Grade I listed building, the first post-war building to become so protected.
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Royal Festival Hall
Belvedere RoadThe Royal Festival Hall is a 2,900-seat concert, dance and talks venue within Southbank Centre in London. It is situated on the South Bank of the River Thames, not far from Hungerford Bridge, in the London Borough of Lambeth. It is a Grade I listed building, the first post-war building to become so protected.
Food Scene
Cantina Del Ponte
36c Shad ThamesPizzeria
All Bar One Butlers Wharf
34 Shad ThamesModern Bar with Basic bar food
Le Pont de la Tour
36D Shad ThamesEuropean Cuisine, They often have live Piano Music
Thai Malay Restaurant, charming decoration and an exciting menu. One of my local favourites
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Champor-Champor
62-64 Weston StThai Malay Restaurant, charming decoration and an exciting menu. One of my local favourites
Gaucho
93A Charterhouse StArgentinian Steak House, great steaks, but can be pricy!
dim t
2 More London RiversideAsian Dim Sum meets the West.
Pizzeria. The have tables with great views over Tower Bridge if it is cold outside
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Strada
4 South GrovePizzeria. The have tables with great views over Tower Bridge if it is cold outside
José
104 Bermondsey StSpanish Tapas Bar
Fuckoffee
167 Bermondsey StTrendy Hipster Coffee Bar
Former Watch House for the Graveyard now a cool little coffee shop.
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The Watch House
199 Bermondsey StFormer Watch House for the Graveyard now a cool little coffee shop.
English Breakfasts and Coffee with great views at the right table
42 locals recommend
Butler's Wharf chop House
36e Shad ThamesEnglish Breakfasts and Coffee with great views at the right table
Zucca
184 Bermondsey StreetItalian Fine Dining in Modern atmosphere
London's highest restaurant open 24 hours and day, seven days a week. If you have jet lag at 3am, go here perhaps?
216 locals recommend
Duck & Waffle
110 BishopsgateLondon's highest restaurant open 24 hours and day, seven days a week. If you have jet lag at 3am, go here perhaps?
Chinese Dim Sum between 1200-1630
It may looked closed. but the entrance is to the side of the huge red doors.
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Dragon Castle
100 Walworth RdChinese Dim Sum between 1200-1630
It may looked closed. but the entrance is to the side of the huge red doors.
Via Bermondsey
177 Bermondsey StreetHome made pasta Freshly made. Italian owned
Hutong
31 St Thomas StChinese in the sky! Great Views! But can be expensive.
Oblix
31 St Thomas StGreat Views up The Shard with good food. Book as it gets busy.
Hej Coffee - Bermondsey
1 Bermondsey SquareSwedish Coffee shop with great reviews
Local Pub that serves good food at reasonable prices. Good for a Sunday Roast Dinner
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The Kings Arms
251 Tooley StLocal Pub that serves good food at reasonable prices. Good for a Sunday Roast Dinner
Amazing Sourdough Pizzas made in a wood-burning stove. Great value too
561 locals recommend
Franco Manca
52 Broadway MarketAmazing Sourdough Pizzas made in a wood-burning stove. Great value too
Japanese Ramen Soup, Soft Shell Crab.
This place is hard to find as it is inside an industrial Estate
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Bone Daddies Bermondsey
24 Old Jamaica RdJapanese Ramen Soup, Soft Shell Crab.
This place is hard to find as it is inside an industrial Estate
Lokma restaurant in Bermondsey Square offers the best in Turkish cuisine.
Serving a selection of hot and cold mezze, charcoal grills, seafood, döner and vegetarian dishes. Plus there great sharing platters and a Raki bar.
A takeaway menu is also available.
Happy Hour
Enjoy 2-for-1 cocktails every day from 4 pm to 7:30 pm.
Sunday Brunch
Visit Lokma for a traditional Turkish buffet every Sunday only £10 per head.
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Lokma Turkish grill & Bar
11 Bermondsey SquareLokma restaurant in Bermondsey Square offers the best in Turkish cuisine.
Serving a selection of hot and cold mezze, charcoal grills, seafood, döner and vegetarian dishes. Plus there great sharing platters and a Raki bar.
A takeaway menu is also available.
Happy Hour
Enjoy 2-for-1 cocktails every day from 4 pm to 7:30 pm.
Sunday Brunch
Visit Lokma for a traditional Turkish buffet every Sunday only £10 per head.
Antico Restaurant opened its doors at the dawn of 2012. Its philosophy is simple — Italian comfort food in a comfortable atmosphere. Dishes are kept simple in the hopes of every single ingredient showcasing its clarity of flavour.
With a menu that changes by the season to ensure the highest quality of ingredients, Antico blends its old-fashioned authenticity with a fresh approach making it a perfect fit for the contemporary palate.
With a focus on delicious food and friendly service, Antico epitomises a well-rounded night out.
57 locals recommend
Antico Restaurant
214 Bermondsey StreetAntico Restaurant opened its doors at the dawn of 2012. Its philosophy is simple — Italian comfort food in a comfortable atmosphere. Dishes are kept simple in the hopes of every single ingredient showcasing its clarity of flavour.
With a menu that changes by the season to ensure the highest quality of ingredients, Antico blends its old-fashioned authenticity with a fresh approach making it a perfect fit for the contemporary palate.
With a focus on delicious food and friendly service, Antico epitomises a well-rounded night out.
Nestled on the first floor, Blueprint Café has magnificent views overlooking Canary Wharf to the East through Tower Bridge and the City to the West.
With floor-to-ceiling windows and neutral wooden floors, Blueprint Café is the perfect setting to experience the simple yet innovative cooking of our Head Chef in the company of knowledgeable and friendly staff.
Serving modern European cuisine, our chefs design a menu daily using fresh and seasonal ingredients carefully sourced from local farms and suppliers in the British Isles.
27 locals recommend
Blueprint Café
28 Shad ThamesNestled on the first floor, Blueprint Café has magnificent views overlooking Canary Wharf to the East through Tower Bridge and the City to the West.
With floor-to-ceiling windows and neutral wooden floors, Blueprint Café is the perfect setting to experience the simple yet innovative cooking of our Head Chef in the company of knowledgeable and friendly staff.
Serving modern European cuisine, our chefs design a menu daily using fresh and seasonal ingredients carefully sourced from local farms and suppliers in the British Isles.
Expansive, split-level warehouse space housing cluster of global street food stalls and bars.
Address: Canada St, London SE16 7PJ
Only open Friday & Saturday 5pm until Midnight
Check out the website
www.streetfeast.com/visit-us/hawker-house/
57 locals recommend
Hawker House
Canada StreetExpansive, split-level warehouse space housing cluster of global street food stalls and bars.
Address: Canada St, London SE16 7PJ
Only open Friday & Saturday 5pm until Midnight
Check out the website
www.streetfeast.com/visit-us/hawker-house/
Breakfast Served Daily 0800-1130
Our focus is on fresh British produce with the chefs changing menus frequently to highlight the best seasonal offering, sourced from local Bermondsey suppliers, and predominately from British farms and fishermen.
This is a Gastro Pub serving good food throughout the day.
Check out their website
www.thegarrison.co.uk
128 locals recommend
The Garrison Public House
99 Bermondsey StBreakfast Served Daily 0800-1130
Our focus is on fresh British produce with the chefs changing menus frequently to highlight the best seasonal offering, sourced from local Bermondsey suppliers, and predominately from British farms and fishermen.
This is a Gastro Pub serving good food throughout the day.
Check out their website
www.thegarrison.co.uk
a new fine food delicatessen that has just opened its doors on Bermondsey Street. We are packed full of superb delicious produce: Fine charcuterie, artisan cheese, antipasti, organic fresh bread, speciality volcano coffee, Jing tea, London Honey Co honeycombs, fine wines, and champagnes to name a few. The English and European foods are selected for high quality and their amazing taste by our expert food hunters. As well as a traditional deli service there is a long customer bar where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch and evening menus with wine by the glass, sprits, mixers and fantastic evening platters, featuring the best products from behind the deli counter.
35 locals recommend
B Street Deli
88 Bermondsey Sta new fine food delicatessen that has just opened its doors on Bermondsey Street. We are packed full of superb delicious produce: Fine charcuterie, artisan cheese, antipasti, organic fresh bread, speciality volcano coffee, Jing tea, London Honey Co honeycombs, fine wines, and champagnes to name a few. The English and European foods are selected for high quality and their amazing taste by our expert food hunters. As well as a traditional deli service there is a long customer bar where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch and evening menus with wine by the glass, sprits, mixers and fantastic evening platters, featuring the best products from behind the deli counter.
A Modern European brasserie, private dining room and cocktail bar on Bermondsey St, SE1 near London Bridge, Tower Bridge, the Shard and Borough Market. Attracts a younger crowd.
136 locals recommend
Village East
171-173 Bermondsey StA Modern European brasserie, private dining room and cocktail bar on Bermondsey St, SE1 near London Bridge, Tower Bridge, the Shard and Borough Market. Attracts a younger crowd.
Sticks'n'Sushi Covent Garden
11 Henrietta StGreat place for Sushi lovers!
Fair trade coffee and gourmet treats in the cafe, whole or freshly-ground beans bagged to take home.
Located in Borough Market
69 locals recommend
Monmouth Coffee The Borough - London
2 Park StFair trade coffee and gourmet treats in the cafe, whole or freshly-ground beans bagged to take home.
Located in Borough Market
Gunpowder is a home-style Indian kitchen located in Spitalfields and Tower Bridge. Our menu is an interpretation of the family recipes we grew up with, showcasing the vibrant confident flavours of home cooking.
14 locals recommend
Gunpowder Tower Bridge
4 Duchess WalkGunpowder is a home-style Indian kitchen located in Spitalfields and Tower Bridge. Our menu is an interpretation of the family recipes we grew up with, showcasing the vibrant confident flavours of home cooking.
Little has changed here in decades. It's a great stop for a pot of tea and a cake in Soho.
Maison Bertaux was founded in 1871 by a French communard from Paris named Monsieur Bertaux. It is situated at 28 Greek Street, Soho, London, next door to the Coach and Horses pub; Maison Bertaux is the oldest pâtisserie shop in London.
46 locals recommend
Maison Bertaux
28 Greek StLittle has changed here in decades. It's a great stop for a pot of tea and a cake in Soho.
Maison Bertaux was founded in 1871 by a French communard from Paris named Monsieur Bertaux. It is situated at 28 Greek Street, Soho, London, next door to the Coach and Horses pub; Maison Bertaux is the oldest pâtisserie shop in London.
Essentials
Borough Market
Borough High StreetGreat food Market, coffees, fresh bread, meats and cheeses etc
Tesco Metro
361 Bethnal Green RdMini Tesco Store
Drinks & Nightlife
Cool Spanish Bar in an old Railway Arch serving Spanish Wines, beers and cured meats
37 locals recommend
Bar Tozino
Maltby StreetCool Spanish Bar in an old Railway Arch serving Spanish Wines, beers and cured meats
Former Public Toilets converted into a trendy cocktail bar and Arts Club
84 locals recommend
The Bermondsey Arts Club
102a Tower Bridge RdFormer Public Toilets converted into a trendy cocktail bar and Arts Club
Hand & Marigold
244 Bermondsey StTraditional pub frequented by locals
The Woolpack
98 Bermondsey StTraditional Popular Pub
Industrial style bar that serves food including breakfasts at weekends
51 locals recommend
The Hide Bar
39-45 Bermondsey StIndustrial style bar that serves food including breakfasts at weekends
Set in the visitor centre of HMS Belfast on the Thames, our new Bar and Deli offers spectacular views of the river and the surrounding London landmarks.
DELI
Open daily 8am to 6pm, the deli offers Tom’s Kitchen’s signature range of sandwiches, salads and cakes, as well as artisan coffees, teas, fresh juices and lemonades.
BAR
The Bar is open daily until late, serving wines, cocktails, craft beers and sharing boards.
6 locals recommend
Tom's Kitchen
Set in the visitor centre of HMS Belfast on the Thames, our new Bar and Deli offers spectacular views of the river and the surrounding London landmarks.
DELI
Open daily 8am to 6pm, the deli offers Tom’s Kitchen’s signature range of sandwiches, salads and cakes, as well as artisan coffees, teas, fresh juices and lemonades.
BAR
The Bar is open daily until late, serving wines, cocktails, craft beers and sharing boards.
Traditional Victorian corner pub with tiled exterior, specialising in cask and real ales
175 locals recommend
The Royal Oak
73 Columbia RdTraditional Victorian corner pub with tiled exterior, specialising in cask and real ales
The Prospect of Whitby is a historic public house on the banks of the Thames at Wapping in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. It lays claim to being the site of the oldest riverside tavern, dating from around 1520.
108 locals recommend
The Prospect of Whitby
57 Wapping WallThe Prospect of Whitby is a historic public house on the banks of the Thames at Wapping in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. It lays claim to being the site of the oldest riverside tavern, dating from around 1520.
Shopping
Maltby Street Market
Maltby StreetLocal weekend market, worth a visit
Bermondsey Antique Market
11 Bermondsey SquareWeekend Antiques and Farmer Market
In the swinging '60s, when Townshend needed a paisley shirt, John Lennon a Nehru jacket, or Twiggy a miniskirt, they came here-Where those Mod fashions were invented. Today there's not a hint of hippie. For the most part, Carnaby Street looks like everything else does from the '60s now - sanitized and co-opted by upscale franchises. At least at the upper end of the street retains a whiff of funkiness.
83 locals recommend
Carnaby Street
Carnaby StreetIn the swinging '60s, when Townshend needed a paisley shirt, John Lennon a Nehru jacket, or Twiggy a miniskirt, they came here-Where those Mod fashions were invented. Today there's not a hint of hippie. For the most part, Carnaby Street looks like everything else does from the '60s now - sanitized and co-opted by upscale franchises. At least at the upper end of the street retains a whiff of funkiness.
You're in the heart of London's shopping neighbourhood. This intersection also marks a sort of class divide among London shoppers. (A couple of blocks to the north is the mid-range shopping area Oxford St, which is lined with less-distinguished chains and department stores and seems scruffier than Regent Street)
Regent Street with London's high-class, top-dollar shopping outlets. This street has wide sidewalks, fine architecture and royal-family connections. Most of the shops call the Queen their landlord, as she owns most of the land here.
167 locals recommend
Regent Street
Regent StreetYou're in the heart of London's shopping neighbourhood. This intersection also marks a sort of class divide among London shoppers. (A couple of blocks to the north is the mid-range shopping area Oxford St, which is lined with less-distinguished chains and department stores and seems scruffier than Regent Street)
Regent Street with London's high-class, top-dollar shopping outlets. This street has wide sidewalks, fine architecture and royal-family connections. Most of the shops call the Queen their landlord, as she owns most of the land here.
The Harrods name is synonymous with luxury, excellence and service. Visitors to our department store can expect to enjoy an exemplary level of care, outstanding personal service and a brand of magic experience only to be found at Harrods.
1522 locals recommend
Harrods
87-135 Brompton RdThe Harrods name is synonymous with luxury, excellence and service. Visitors to our department store can expect to enjoy an exemplary level of care, outstanding personal service and a brand of magic experience only to be found at Harrods.
Everything Else
Thai Mint Spa and Massage
48 Tower Bridge RoadBook a relaxing Thai Massage her. This place is run by Thais.