walk/tour
Guildhall Yard, EC2V 7HH
On this walk, we will see many historic & modern buildings in the City of London. We’ll look at different architecture styles having regard to the environment and sustainability, from heritage sites to pioneering green tech. Hear about famous architects, past and present, as we explore how the Square Mile preserves its legacy while evolving for a resilient, carbon-neutral tomorrow.
Bank, St. Paul's, Cannon Street, Mansion House
Cannon Street, City Thameslink, Moorgate, Farringdon, Liverpool Street
21, 76, 141, 133, 25, 26
Tour end: 22 Bishopsgate Nearby tube stations: Liverpool St, Aldgate, Monument Nearby train stations: Liverpool St, Fenchurch St
This is a walking tour, accessible where possible. There are some uneven surfaces and steps during this tour.
The City of London is not busy at the weekends. The environment would be quiet and there would be some seating available during the tour.
Step into the heart of London for a journey that bridges centuries of ingenuity and see a diverse range of historic and modern buildings, starting at Guildhall Yard and moving through a route that highlights the dramatic shifts in London’s skyline.
You will see different architectural styles, from stone grandeur of City’s institutions to pioneering green skyscrapers, and you will hear about famous architects, from Christopher Wren to Norman Foster.
Whether you are an architecture enthusiast or a curious local, this walk offers a fresh perspective on how the City of London respects its storied history while building a greener, more resilient future. Join us to discover the stories etched into the very fabric of London's streets.
The tours will take place on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September 2026 at 10:45, 11:45, 12:45, 13:45, 14:45. Each tour will last 1h to 1h30m.
The City of London, famously known as the Square Mile, serves as London's premier financial district and a historic heart that has flourished since the Roman foundation. This dense urban landscape offers an exceptionally rich environment shaped by centuries of trade, commerce, and ceremony.
While home to only 8,000 residents, the City transforms on weekdays as it welcomes over half a million workers and attracts 10 million annual visitors. Its boundaries extend from the River Thames in the south to Barbican and Golden Lane in the north, and from Chancery Lane and Temple in the west to Liverpool Street and the Tower of London in the east.
