To celebrate the historic southern part of Soho, designated Chinatown 40 years ago, celebrate the art and culture that Chinese Heritage Communities have brought and shared with Londoners. The Soho Open House Neighbourhood Festival will be officially opened my the Lord Mayor of Westminster at 1pm. Here you will also find information, directions and maps to explore the neighbourhood.

Richard Frith, 1680

The leafy Georgian streets of Bloomsbury were shaken up in the 1930s by a new wave of development, from great academic institutions to speculative flats for modern urban living, plus probably the most stylish car showroom in London. We'll explore the range of 1930s architectural styles used in some famous and not so famous buildings, and even take a peek inside where we can.

The project is a long-term vision for the remarkable heritage area of Tin Pan Alley, including sensitive historic building repairs and a series of contemporary interventions. Located within Camden’s Denmark Street Conservation Area, the buildings span 400 years of local history and include: five Grade II and II* listed 17th Century townhouses, a mansion block and three historic warehouses.

Ian Chalk Architects, 2023

The Mandrake is a luxury boutique hotel with a spectacular internal hanging garden. A retrofit by architects Manalo & White and interior designer Tala Fustok Studio, every aspect has been thoughtfully designed to offer a truly immersive experience. It is a unique example of how a property can be repurposed in new and surprising ways, respecting but boldly transforming the original building.

Manalo & White, 2018

Soho is a unique neighbourhood of creativity and diversity. Join us at the former Warner Brothers De Lane Lea studio at 75 Dean Street, home of the Museum of Soho. Explore an exhibition of Soho's 300 year history.

Allford Hall Monaghan Morris, 1960

The Smallest Gallery in Soho is a historic shop-front which faces onto 62 Dean Street, in the heart of Soho. The aim of this creative space is to display artwork that captures people’s attention on their journey through Soho and encourage them to stop, think and be inspired. The art displays are only to be viewed from the street and can be seen at any time of the day for free.

, 1911

The first purpose-built new-build community centre to be built in the heart of Soho for generations, located within the renowned Phoenix Gardens. Winner: RIBA London Award. Designed by RIBA London Architect of the Year Winner.

Office Sian Architecture + Design, 2018

Come and join us to explore this historic market and its evolution. View images of it's historic past and its part in bringing us such exotic items as tomatoes, olive oil and grapefruit. Take a photograph from the same spot to recreate Oasis's iconic What's the story? (Morning Glory) album cover. Information point and advice on exploring other Soho Open House locations and events.

The Purpose of Light, Misan Harriman’s landmark photographic exhibition, bears witness to significant moments, not with judgment or ideology, but with a deep and unflinching empathy for the human condition. Featuring 110 unique photographs, this exhibition is a call not for division, but for togetherness.

The area post 1700 became very cosmopolitan with immigrants mainly from Europe and their influence on food and drink became increasingly important. This tour is based on food and drink, passing by restaurants, pubs, coffee bars and pâtisserie delis that have been present for decades, finishing at a relatively new site.

Since June 2023 Underbelly Boulevard has been the permanent home for the hottest cabaret, variety, comedy and music plus an exciting new Cocktail Bar, right in the heart of Soho. Come in and let us show you around!

SODA, 2023