Explore the experiences of Londoners during the Second World War and the effect it had on the city they knew.
Unlock the perfect London city getaway by Tower Bridge with 15% off our Room Rate for weekend stays and a relaxing late check-out until 4:00 pm, giving you more time to unwind in the Spa, or explore nearby iconic landmarks.
Enjoy limitless brunch at Rake’s Café Bar with crafted cocktails, gourmet bites, and DJ-curated Disco, House, and Balearic beats for the ultimate Saturday escape.
Enjoy 20% off your two-night stay at Hyde London City including a cocktail to kick off the weekend.
Experience a spellbinding afternoon tea inspired by myths and magic. Indulge in enchanting sweets, savory delights, and whimsical drinks, including cocktails, artisanal teas, or Champagne. A magical treat for all ages!
Looking for a romantic getaway that trades cliché for character? Step into the soulful rhythm of East London at Andaz London, where old-world charm meets contemporary cool
Experience London By Lily Vanilli at Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge: a modern twist on afternoon tea, launching 28th March at Rotunda Bar and Lounge.
Pop along for a delicious brunch at Lucky cat featuring their signature dishes and bottomless Prosecco. Perfect for catching up with friends or celebrating the weekend in style.
City of London Guides offer daily, weekly and monthly walks around the City of London, led by the official City tour guide experts.
One of the most remarkable artists of her generation, Evelyn De Morgan, returns to Guildhall Art Gallery this year in a major exhibition that premieres two newly restored artworks.
Beneath the curious old pathways of the Square Mile lies a rich Roman history surviving 2,000 years of building, fires and bombings.
Featuring sculptures from Bhabha and Giacometti, this unique show spans nearly a century of art, exploring the body, trauma, and human resilience.
Our cooking classes are a truly unforgettable experience: intimate cooking tuition in small classes, expert culinary know-how, a delicious meal, and inspiration to keep on cooking at home!
Boasting a saturated world of pink and neon, Hive Curates in partnership with Eastern City BID presents the launch of ‘It’s love, I think’, an immersive artist takeover by Eve De Haan
Part of London Sports Festival, Padel Table Tennis is a new up and coming sport to try out this summer.
CORD’s Café Afternoon Tea brings together British tradition and French pastry expertise, with every bite handmade by Le Cordon Bleu Master Chefs.
A black cab marshalling scheme is available at Liverpool Street station every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights from 9pm to 1am.
All summer long, the Happenstance Horsebox is serving up delicious cocktails and food from the restaurant right in the heart of Paternoster Square.
23.06.2025 – 23.06.2026
Engel Afternoon Tea at Engel and Jang has launched at The Royal Exchange, blending elegance and whimsy with silver stork service, exquisite bites by Lorena Tommasi, and exceptional value from £35.
Visit The London Archives this summer to see rarely displayed treasures relating to William Shakespeare. Discover a 1613 title deed containing his signature, and explore the Civitas Londinum map of London in the early seventeenth century. Free Entry.
Immersive 90 minute tours uncover the stories behind the Barbican, offering a unique perspective on how great architecture can shape culture.
Enigma Quests venue is home to Escape Arcade™, a brand-new concept that recreates the individual challenges of an escape room in a casual, yet competitive atmosphere.
Artworks by Ai Weiwei, Andrew Sabin, and Jane and Louise Wilson to be unveiled in London as part of the 14th edition of Sculpture in the City.
Every Wednesday to Friday from 5 pm, St Clare Coffee and Bar flips the switch, turning the ground floor of Canopy by Hilton London City into your golden-hour hideaway.
Inspired by the Roman temple of Mithras, and artefacts discovered on the site, Performance of Entrapment offers a powerful reflection on ancient shrines, time and renewal in an immersive installation which weaves together film, archaeology, and contemporary art.
Take inspiration from the past, present and future of the railway at Liverpool Street’s new exhibition space, created by Network Rail.
Blondie takes centre-stage in a free photographic exhibition at the Barbican Music Library.
Join a free lunchtime talk every Friday at The London Centre to learn about London’s historical and physical development.
Cycle September is a free, inclusive campaign designed to get more people riding – for fun, fitness, transport and community connection.
Free introductory tours, conducted by Guildhall Art Gallery’s team of City Guides, are available every day, from Tuesday to Sunday.
Bucketball is back, but at a new location, New Street Square, another perfect opportunity to challenge your aim and bring on the laughs,
Step inside the story of one of London’s most iconic buildings.
From mid September until the end of October, the spirit of the Octoberfest will be alive at Central London’s favourite German Bierkeller.
Your Microbiome and Gut Health Festival.
For more than four decades, Goldsmiths’ Fair has brought together a selection of the UK’s best contemporary jewellers and silversmiths.
Rebel against conventional beauty and take a look at the dirty side of fashion.
Guildhall School launches a new academic year with a spectacular evening at Barbican Hall, including Puccini's Messa di Gloria conducted by the internationally acclaimed Daniela Candillari.
Sculpture in the City 14th edition Tour: The Sculpture Switch led by Frieze Artist Lucia Pizzani
On display at the Heritage Gallery are a selection of items showcasing the rich history of Epping Forest.
BSL Guided Tour of Sculpture in the City’s 14th Edition led by Architect & Art Guide Martin Glover.
A long-established charity event, celebrating a Freeman’s ancient “right” to bring sheep to market over the Thames, toll free; all in aid of raising funds for The Woolmen Charity and The Lord Mayor’s Appeal.
From 19 April, Leadenhall Market’s popular series of free-to-enter vintage furniture, fashion and craft weekend markets will be returning to its stunning glass-covered cobbled walkways, with 17 market days planned throughout the year.
To mark its fourth year at CityPoint, Oktoberfest will be opening for four big days – get ready for bratwurst, Bier and Bavarian fun! Pull on your lederhosen (or just your best work shoes) and head to their Food and Bier market, bringing a taste of Bavaria to the heart of the Culture Mile.
Known for their dynamic performances and boundary-pushing repertoire, the Quartz Saxophone Quartet returns to Guildhall School to launch their new CD.
UK Premiere of Bushra El-Turk's music theatre work.
Tours of The Mansion House, a Grade I listed Georgian mansion in the heart of the City.
A free lecture that that will explore the question, 'How is mathematical knowledge recorded and preserved across generations?'
Alphabet in Motion with acclaimed designer and author Kelli Anderson.
Enjoy gin, history, and tasting at Dr Johnson’s House! Sip, learn, and explore gin’s role in Georgian London. A spirited evening awaits!
Tours of The Mansion House, a Grade I listed Georgian mansion in the heart of the City.
From 19 April, Leadenhall Market’s popular series of free-to-enter vintage furniture, fashion and craft weekend markets will be returning to its stunning glass-covered cobbled walkways, with 17 market days planned throughout the year.
Designed to entertain children of all ages, Tower Bridge’s Family Activities are included in the price of entry.
Witness internationally acclaimed pianist Sir Stephen Hough work with outstanding Guildhall School pianists in this free, open morning masterclass.
Hear a talk by Sir Rupert Gavin as he charts English’s extraordinary path to becoming the most global language today spoken by 1.6 billion all over the world.
This lecture is about the meaning of China and being Chinese. It examines critically how the Chinese state, under the control of the Communist Party defines them.
Spend the evening at a late-night market! Expect music, ghost stories, and wares from alternative crafters from across the UK.
When – and how – did Athenian democracy begin? This lecture explores one plausible origin.
Tours of The Mansion House, a Grade I listed Georgian mansion in the heart of the City.
Thomas Adès leads the LSO in Poul Ruders' kaleidoscopic Second Guitar Concerto, with soloist Sean Shibe, Sibelius’ rich, evocative Third Symphony, a UK premiere by Alex Paxton, and Adès' own Aquifer.
A timeless tribute to women’s resilience across the ages, don't miss Lucy Kirkwood’s 'The Welkin' at Guildhall School - a gripping drama about bodies, belief and the many roles women are made to play.
Join a tour of the Bishopsgate Institute's LGBTQIA+ Collections and discover the stories they're home to.
At the Tower of London this October half term, join a live performance exploring life just after the Second World War. Meet reporters, uncover hidden stories, and help history come alive.
Tackle 1500 steps of 22 Bishopsgate and raise money for RNLI.
Always wanted to try Salsa, Argentine Tango or the Bossa Nova? Does Strictly make you want to learn the Cha Cha Cha or the Charleston?
From 19 April, Leadenhall Market’s popular series of free-to-enter vintage furniture, fashion and craft weekend markets will be returning to its stunning glass-covered cobbled walkways, with 17 market days planned throughout the year.
Leave your mark at the Museum during this spook-tacular holiday week with some free arts and crafts.
Tours of The Mansion House, a Grade I listed Georgian mansion in the heart of the City.
This event is a unique platform for sharing the beauty and versatility of wood, celebrating the incredible talent and dedication of artists who push the boundaries of woodturning and inspire future generations.
The Culture Mile BID has commissioned renowned expert Tony Warner to curate and deliver a walking tour uncovering the fascinating stories of Black Londoners in this unique area of the Square Mile.
Stravinsky and Gubaidulina breathe vivid, visceral life into Russian fairy tales, plus Shostakovich’s most beautiful and riveting concerto – with conductor Ryan Bancroft and violinist Clara-Jumi Kang.
Join archaeologist Dr Andrew Lane for an extended tour of one of the most important buildings in Roman London.
From 19 April, Leadenhall Market’s popular series of free-to-enter vintage furniture, fashion and craft weekend markets will be returning to its stunning glass-covered cobbled walkways, with 17 market days planned throughout the year.
Visit the City for the Lord Mayor’s Show - a three mile long outdoor procession with colourful floats, music and fun.
Explore a large and eclectic collection of books at the St Giles Book Fair.
From 19 April, Leadenhall Market’s popular series of free-to-enter vintage furniture, fashion and craft weekend markets will be returning to its stunning glass-covered cobbled walkways, with 17 market days planned throughout the year.
Their 11th annual carol service will feature candlelit carols, celebrity readings, and spectacular performances, followed by a drinks reception and Middle-Eastern bowls in the oldest surviving Church in London, St Bartholomew the Great.
From 19 April, Leadenhall Market’s popular series of free-to-enter vintage furniture, fashion and craft weekend markets will be returning to its stunning glass-covered cobbled walkways, with 17 market days planned throughout the year.
