The City’s oldest shopping district and historic processional street, surmounted by Wren’s magnificent cathedral, has much to offer including pocket gardens, peaceful churches, the
home of heraldry, and more. Guildhall, Mansion House, and the Bank of England Museum are also within easy distance. An ideal place to stop off for coffee, lunch, or a shopping side mission.
The museum is part of the Bank of England rebuilding in the 1930's by Sir Herbert Baker. One room is a reconstruction of 1793 Bank of England Stock Office by Sir John Soane.
Sir John Soane, Sir Herbert Baker, 1925
The City's seat of municipal government since 12C. Grade I listed, rare example of medieval civic architecture. Historic banqueting hall and a site of major moments in British history that is still used today.
John Croxton, 1440
Open daily 10am-5pm. Regular free guided tours 12.15pm & 1.15pm on Tuesday-Sunday, with extra tours on the final Open House weekend. Home of the City of London's art collection, & remains of London's Roman Amphitheatre
Richard Gilbert Scott, 1999
Purpose built over 5 floors to house printed books and manuscripts. Features include former pneumatic tube ticket delivery system and 56 listed translucent pyramid roof lights.
Sir Giles Scott, Son + Partners, 1974
Publicly accessible space outside the spectacular Grade I listed medieval civic Guildhall.
George Dance the Younger, 1789
The official residence of the Lord Mayor of the City of London, retaining its 18C character, with superb plasterwork and wood carving.
George Dance the Elder, 1739