St Botolph’s was one of the first Churches to convert their churchyard into a garden and has a busy central path along with benches, a fountain, planted beds and two lawn areas.
Best known as the burial place of Samuel Pepys, St Olave, Hart Street Churchyard provides a quiet space with benches, inviting visitors to unwind and explore amidst the tranquillity of the surroundings.
Postman's Park is a cool and tranquil garden set back from the busy City streets with a pathway weaving through the garden from east to west.
Join Broadworks for an hour or two of art making in their inspiring workshop space - and explore sustainability focused projects in your lunch hour and beyond.
Beech Gardens has an extensive area of mixed perennials, grasses and bulbs, chosen so that the garden has bright colours all year.
Join City Music Foundation's lunchtime concert on 13 May, at Merchant Taylors' Hall, home to one of the City Livery companies.
For one week only, visit the pop-up swap shop at Citypoint, Moorgate for swapping, workshops and alterations.
The four week long pop-up is raising money for local charity Providence Row and circulating premium second-hand men's and women's fashion.
Introductory baking workshop at CORD by Le Cordon Bleu. Participants will be guided through the steps to create cinnamon buns and doughnuts.
From Wed 5—Wed 26 Jun, the Barbican Cinema will be presenting ground-breaking movies from across the globe as part of the Barbican’s Pride season this summer. 'Queer 80s: Cinema on the Brink of Global Change' invites audiences to time travel back to a decade when LGBTQ+ representation and creativity on screen thrived.
From marvelling at glorious blooms to exploring 2,000 year old history, here are just some of the fantastic things to see & do this April in the City of London.
The Olivier award-winning dance theatre company returns with a world premiere that celebrates change and the beauty of perpetual motion.
Kick-start your evening with a Half Six Fix concert. One piece in a 60-minute concert, introduced by the performers, with screens in the hall to bring you closer to the action.
A fresh retelling of this Shakespeare classic which will connect to new audiences and delight old fans.
An ideal lunchtime spot, Cleary Garden is separated over three tiers with shaded seating.
‘Lean luxury’ clothing label GOFF COURTNEY, located at the Royal Exchange, teases tradition to become contemporary, fresh and desirable.
Family-friendly activities from musical workshops to immersive experiences - spend the Easter Holidays exploring the City of London.
Join artist and co-curator Anne Desmet RA for an extended guided tour of the Kaleidoscope/London exhibition at Guildhall Art Gallery.
Join artist and co-curator Anne Desmet RA for this interactive 'introduction to wood engraving' workshop.
Experience family friendly performances - the bustling activity of medieval Londoners as they prepare to serve the Queen a captivating mini-pageant.
Leadenhall Market’s popular Great Goose Chase is back this Easter, with a series of "eggstraordinary" challenges in and around the Victorian market, giving participants the chance to win fantastic prizes.
Join archaeologist Dr Andrew Lane for an extended tour of one of the most important buildings in Roman London.
Celebrate International Women’s Day with a visit to Guildhall Art Gallery and marvel at Rossetti's masterpiece, 'La Ghirlandata'.
Discover our top picks for the ultimate Friday out in the City of London
Discover some of the most exciting things to see and do in the City of London in March 2024.
Whatever you’re looking to do as the weekend kicks off, the City’s top picks serve as your comprehensive guide to the ultimate Friday out
Join Curator Jennifer Adam for a free lunchtime tour of the new exhibition at the Bank of England Museum, The Future of Money.
In her first solo exhibition at a major UK institution, Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum creates dynamic works newly commissioned for The Curve.
A major new exhibition by renowned Mexico-based artist Francis Alÿs – his first and largest institutional solo exhibition in the UK for over a decade.
Moroccan-born artist Soufiane Ababri will transform The Curve for his first solo exhibition at a major UK institution.
A new free exhibition at the Bank of England Museum will take a tantalising look into the future - and the quickly evolving present - of money.
Celebrate the work of artist and specialist wood engraver Anne Desmet, at this new exhibition at Guildhall Art Gallery from 12 April to 8 September 2024.
Transforming the Barbican’s famous Lakeside Terrace, the site-specific artwork will dramatically envelop the building’s iconic concrete exterior with approximately 2000 square metres of bespoke woven cloth.
Join a tour of Bishopsgate Institute's LGBTQIA+ Collections and discover the stories they're home to.
Discover some of the most exciting things to see and do in the City of London in February 2024.
The City of London offers an ideal setting to orchestrate an unforgettable date. From the timeless charm of romantic restaurants, to swoon-worthy views from rooftop venues or a riverside walk.
Read our guide to some of the best family friendly activities to do during Half Term in the City of London – including interactive indoor activities, free craft workshops, outdoor trails, enchanting animal statues, and more.
This lecture explores how and why LGBTQ scenes, communities and identities could feel very different from place to place.
This new installation is inspired by the Roman Temple of Mithras discovered on the Bloomberg site during the 1950s.
A new free display with a focus on Billingsgate Market, from 27 January to 20 June 2024.
This exhibition will shine a light on artists from the 1960s to today who have explored the transformative and subversive potential of textiles.
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Drawing on Guildhall Library’s remarkable Shakespeare collections, this exhibition examines the history of the printing of William Shakespeare’s plays.
A free exhibition for the fans by the fans going some way to explain not just what 2Tone music is, but why and how they got there.
This all-in-one concept integrates a café, a restaurant, and a cooking school where a team of expert chefs from Le Cordon Bleu offer gourmet short courses.
St Giles' Cripplegate is one of the few remaining medieval churches in the City of London
"Knowledge Miles: The 695th Lord Mayor's Lecture Series" is an online webinar series that explores the connections of the Square Mile and its roles as "The World's Coffeehouse" addressing diverse global challenges, by initiative of Lord Mayor Elect Professor Michael Mainelli.
The Bunch of Grapes is perfectly situated in he heart of the City of London at the corner of Leadenhall Market.
Bread Street Kitchen & Bar is an all-day dining restaurant that brings a distinct New York loft feel to central London.
Gordon Ramsay's iconic burger concept: honest priced burgers with bags of flavour. From the iconic Hell's Kitchen to the mighty J.F.C.
Just a short walk from Bank Underground Station, bottomless pizzas, decadent sides, amazing cocktails, beers and more has come to the City!
Real Indian Food and Fast Service. From Classic dishes like Butter Chicken and Chana Masala to Krispy Fried Chicken.
Nestled in the shadow of St Paul’s Cathedral sits a stunning bar & restaurant.
Jin Bo Law rooftop is a gem in the heart of the City, with delectable cocktails and jaw-dropping City skyline views.
Redemption Roasters seeks to reduce reoffending through speciality coffee, both through its behind bars roastery at HMP The Mount, and through barista training provided to prisoners, prison leavers, and individuals at risk of offending.
Bob Bob Ricard City, a modern design icon located a short walk from Bank and Liverpool Street tube stations, serves classic British & French menu in the City’s most glamorous all-booth dining room.
Ping Pong Bow Bells House is a charming venue located in the heart of the bustling City. The venue boasts a spacious bar area, a stylish dining restaurant, and a cosy street terrace perfect for enjoying warm days.
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Discover the harmonious blend of French and British culinary excellence at Found Bar & Restaurant in the heart of St. Paul's.
Visit Hoxton Street Monster Supplies in Leadenhall Market to buy quality goods for monsters of all kinds. Gifts and treats for kids and big kids.
Visit the City for the Lord Mayor’s Show - a three mile long outdoor procession with colourful floats, music and fun.
Horizon 22 is London's highest free viewing platform. Located on Level 58, the viewing platform offers 300-degree views of London, showcasing its most iconic landmarks.
The Lookout is 8 Bishopsgate’s 50th floor viewing gallery. Witness uninterrupted views of the City’s iconic landmarks, impressive skyscrapers, and historic architecture admission-free.
An inviting central-London bar & restaurant with seasonal menus, tempting cocktails, and fine wines.
Bar Douro brings authentic Portuguese food and wine to the heart of the City.
Cloud songs on the horizon is the artist’s first major institutional show in Europe and will feature five new, large-scale suspended sculptures across the entirety of the Conservatory space.
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Take a look at the businesses that are open during Bartholomew Fair
St Paul's Churchyard (North) is a pedestrianised area to the north of St Paul's Cathedral. Often used for pop-up exhibitions or events.
An amalgamation of Bollywood and the classics in a single show. The complete package of Bollywood entertainment!
Lively and entertaining Latin band, playing popular modern Salsa, Cumbia, Pop-Latin and Merengue dance hits.
Lighting up the world with a song. London Gospel Choir are popularising African influenced gospel music.
Grill Bar & Restaurant at Clayton Hotel City of London boasts a sleek look with contemporary furnishing and industrial feel, an edgy yet timeless design creating the perfect setting for dining in style.
Join us for lovingly curated tales and songs to ease you and your little ones into the wider Bartholomew Fair programme.
Clayton Hotel City of London is a stylish and contemporary hotel with 212 bedrooms and suites that take inspiration from Victorian textile. warehouses.
Purveyors of the finest 'Tosh', an elixir of youth and vitality; the esteemed intellectuals Jones and Barnard have unleashed their own brand of quackery, healing and duplicitous doctoring on an unsuspecting audience.
Hilarious & shocking, it combines roller-skate, juggling and street-theatre in an outrageous & highly original comedy.
A entertaining programme of stunning professional dance performance from London's best dance talent.
London's top dance talent takes over Aldgate Square with incredible performances, live music and dance workshops from hip hop, to Bollywood to Swing.
Kumpania Algazarra are inspired by a rousing party energy and good vibrations.
A deliveryman, BOB, is waiting in front of the door with two boxes. And this is the beginning of the end...
Madame Bonbon brings a magical, topsy-turvy, complex aroma and full- bodied feast to Bartholomew Fair.
From a world where Alice in Wonderland meets The Shining, performance troupe Cocoloco presents raucous, hilarious and bizarre street theatre.
Be amused for hours by Audrey and Audrey, the cleaners who talk more than they clean.
Explore the heritage of British street performance through a dazzling array of extraordinary acts.
Join the City Guides on walks around the City to explore the riotous spirit and events over the ages, where entertainment, protest and colourful characters abound.
Join the City Guides on walks around the City to explore the riotous spirit and events over the ages, where entertainment, protest and colourful characters abound.
Join the City Guides on walks around the City to explore the riotous spirit and events over the ages, where entertainment, protest and colourful characters abound.
Seething Lane Garden is a green space in the City of London - a perfect spot to relax with a formal lawn, seating and pergola.
A beautiful and heart warming performance that removes the boundaries between dance, circus, theatre and performance...And between the audience and the show.
Prepare to be amazed by Roll Up, Roll Up as Simple Cypher perform explosive tricks with effortless agility within a large, spinning steel ring known as a Cyr Wheel.
