Make the most of your time in the City of London - take a guided tour with official City of London Guides, or follow self-guided walks and trails.
Join public guided tours of the Old Bailey with City of London Guides. Discover history, famous trials, unexpected artworks of the most famous court house in the world
The City Visitor Trail is a 90 minute self-guided tour perfect for those on a sight-seeing mission. Take on world famous attractions, uncover hidden gems and feast on the culture, history and heritage of the City of London.
Whether you love art, history or simply a good old snoop around, there’s a treasure trail of hidden gems to find in just one square mile – the Square Mile.
You can get to know the City’s famous historical residents on a stroll through the streets – look for the rectangular City of London blue plaques.
The London Centre is the home of NLA, London's built environment community, and highlights the people, places and buildings that make London a world class city.
The Barbican is an international arts and learning centre, pushing the boundaries of all major art forms including dance, film, music, theatre and visual arts.
A revolving programme of family activities may have you heading into the Roman Amphitheatre and hearing tales of Roman conquests, or creating crafts from the Victorian paintings surrounding you.
In 2023, St Bartholomew's Hospital celebrated its 900th anniversary. The hospital museum tells the story of nine centuries of healthcare at the edge of the City of London.
Since 2012, BEERS London has forged an international reputation as one of London’s leading spaces for cutting-edge contemporary art.
Discover a fine art collection spanning 400 years and step into the ruins of London's Roman Amphitheatre
Discover the vast, bold and brutal Barbican estate on this 90 minute Architecture Tours.
The City Information Centre (CIC) is London's only independent tourist information centre.
Sculpture in the City is an annual sculpture park that uses the urban realm as a rotating gallery space.
Built in 1123, Saint Bartholomew the Great Church is the oldest surviving building in the City of London.
Visit The City Wall at Vine Street for a fascinating journey through 2,000 years of London history.
Guildhall School is a vibrant, international community of musicians, actors and production artists.
The Barbican Art Gallery presents major exhibitions which showcase and transcend the disciplines of art, architecture, design, fashion, photography and film.
Bloomberg Arcade is an all-weather, architecturally impressive pedestrian arcade that runs through the site of Bloomberg’s European headquarters. Host to a regular calendar of cultural experiences and all-day dining options.
It’s been claimed to be a Druidic altar, a Roman milestone, and the magical ‘heart of London’.
The magnificent Grade I listed Mansion House built in 1739, by Architect George Dance the Elder, is the home and office of the Lord Mayor of the City of London.
Home of the City of London Corporation, Guildhall Great Hall has been the centre of City government since the Middle Ages.
Guildhall Yard is an outdoor space used for public and private events throughout the year.
Discover rarely seen artefacts held in trust for the nation at the City of London Heritage Gallery.
The London's Roman Amphitheatre is an interactive and educational attraction, which allows you to dive into the ancient history of Roman London.
Roman London Revealed: Uncover everyday Roman life. See a rich Roman history surviving 2,000 years of building, fires and bombings.
Public tours for 2025 season from April to November - advance booking required.
The Charterhouse has been living the nation’s history since 1371. Encompassing seven acres between Barbican and Farringdon, the Charterhouse has been a monastery, a Tudor mansion, a boys’ school and an almshouse, which it remains to this day.
City of London guides offer daily, weekly and monthly walks around the City of London.
Dr Johnson’s House is a rare 17th - century town house just off Fleet Street in the City of London, and home to Samuel Johnson for over a decade.
Uncover the ancient history of the City of London with our guide to the best Roman ruins, including the Roman Wall and the Billingsgate Roman Bathhouse.
