Free introductory tours, conducted by Guildhall Art Gallery’s team of City Guides, are available every day, from Tuesday to Sunday.
Visit Dr Johnson’s House on Friday afternoons and enjoy half-price adult entry between 2pm and 5pm
Join a free lunchtime talk every Friday at The London Centre to learn about London’s historical and physical development.
The Central Criminal Court of England and Wales, known the world over as the 'Old Bailey', is opening its doors to the public for out of hours guided tours.
City of London Guides offer daily, weekly and monthly walks around the City of London, led by the official City tour guide experts.
Join archaeologist Dr Andrew Lane for an extended tour of one of the most important buildings in Roman London.
On Saturdays, explore the Billingsgate Roman House and Baths: 2,000 years of history in the City of London. Access by guided tour only.
Step inside the iconic Old Bailey and enjoy an exclusive tour followed by afternoon tea in the stunning Grand Hall.
Explore this carefully created pop-up, which uncovers how tea became a national drink in Britain.
For one week, discover the stories, skills and people behind crafted objects, fashion, furniture, architecture and beyond.
The festival brings together bestselling authors, journalists, broadcasters, and screenwriters to explore the power of words.
Don't miss this powerful documentary theatre piece uncovering newly released archival truths about Dutch citizens’ roles during the Second World War.
Discover the links between your favourite foods and the intricacies of global trade through this bite-sized presentation at the Bank of England Museum.
Join this tour of the LGBTQIA+ Collections at the Institute and discover the stories housed at the Bishopsgate Institute.
Join the London Craft Week festivities at the iconic Barts North Wing including an open afternoon and a programme of talks.
A Jewish Square Mile exhibition reveals a lost medieval burial ground, forgotten lives, and new research overturning long-held myths.
Journey through the streets of the City and the East End to discover the stories and lives of generations of migrant women.
An interactive talk with the Christie's Restitution Team about the hidden history of looted art during WW2 in Amsterdam at the Dutch Centre.
Explore a carefully-curated pop-up which uncovers how tea became woven into the fabric of British life.
Discover how the Ancient World influenced generations of political thinkers when they proposed a mixed constitution.
The Bishopsgate Institute will host what will become their annual reception to celebrate the start of Pride Month.
From Pride Month to Flemish film classics and animation, join this spectacular programme of cinema greatness at the Barbican this June.
Join acclaimed author Sofka Zinovieff and leading psychotherapist Julia Samuel for a fascinating exploration of death rituals and grief.
Join Guildhall librarians to learn about the 600-year history of Guildhall Library and view some of the library’s amazing treasures.
Discover the story of London’s original Jewish community on this guided walking tour, taking you from St Paul's Churchyard to the Tower.
Join storyteller and historian Dave Tonge and hear the tales that filled Johnson’s London, from ballads and chapbooks to legends shared in coffee houses and market places.
Get ready to explore the City of London’s rich array of ancient and modern buildings for free during Open House Festival 2026.
