Bank Area Guide
A locals' guide to Bank
Where do Bank locals go?
Tate Modern Kitchen & Bar
Nothing quite like sitting down with a cold, crisp glass of wine after a stroll along the south bank. The bar on the 6th floor of Tate Modern also comes with one of the best views in town AND the added benefit of supporting a fantastic arts institution. Later weekend opening times make this a great place to watch the sunset.Read more
The Museum of the Order of St John Cloister Garden
A wonderful quiet garden for people in the know and ideal to sit in on a summer's day. Make sure you also take time to find the entrance to the original crypt, a wonderfully thematic space with tombs dating back hundreds of years.Read more
Why not explore the nearby areas of
city,
barbican,
aldgate,
spitalfields,
southwark,
shoreditch,
borough,
clerkenwell,
whitechapel,
and wapping
Did you know?
"The smallest piece of permanent art in London is at the junction of Philpot Lane and Eastcheap and displays two mice fighting over a piece of cheese. This sculpture remembers the story of two workmen working on the building's construction who fought over a lost piece of cheese, which led to the death of one of the men after falling from the structure."
There are some fantastic restaurants next to London Liverpool Street perfect for a quick bite to eat at lunch or before a long journey.
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The commanding architecture at the heart of London's busiest financial district certainly leaves a lasting impression.
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Leadenhall Market's Grade II listed, 19th century structure feels as if you are stepping back to a more opulent era...
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What locals say about Bank
Activities near Bank
Candlelight: Tribute to The Beatles
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring like never seen before. Programme: - Here Comes The Sun - I Want To Hold Your Hand - Help! - Michelle - Penny Lane - Come Together - We Can Work It Out - While My Guitar Gently Weeps - Lady Madonna - Blackbird - Here, There, and Everywhere - Eleanor Rigby - Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds - Yesterday - With A Little Help From My Friends - Hey Jude Performers String quartet: Belford StringsRead more
Paint a Pic: Fiery Landscape
Come down and paint your own masterpiece with the guidance of our resident artist. We provide the materials (canvas, apron, paint, and easel), the subject, music, and the bar to go with it (drinks not included). No experience necessary - we take you through it step by step. We use high quality materials with everything included in the price. There’s a maximum of 25 people in each class so that you get more time with the artist to perfect your masterpiece! So, whether alone or with friends, you can have a great time, and leave with your own piece of art to take home with you. You can also feel free to stick around for drinks after class! Key information Subject: Fiery Landscape Please check your ticket time carefully If you’ve got any questions, send us an email at [email protected]Read more
Evelyn De Morgan: The Modern Painter in Victorian London
One of the most remarkable artists of her generation, Evelyn De Morgan, is returning to Guildhall Art Gallery this year in a major exhibition that premieres two newly restored artworks. In collaboration with the De Morgan Foundation, Guildhall Art Gallery will present ‘Evelyn De Morgan: The Modern Painter in Victorian London’, from 4 April 2025 to celebrate the work of an extraordinary artist who flew in the face of convention. While exhibiting her paintings in London, a selection of Evelyn De Morgan’s work was included in a ‘Collection of the British School who Have Flourished during Her Majesty's reign’ at Guildhall Art Gallery in 1897. More recently, one of her paintings was featured in the gallery’s ‘Enchanted Interior’ exhibition in 2020. Evelyn De Morgan’s richly coloured canvases, featuring beautifully draped figures laden with messages of feminism, spirituality, and the rejection of war and material wealth, won her many high-profile admirers, including Oscar Wilde, Sir Charles Dilke MP, and the Pre-Raphaelite painter, William Holman Hunt.Read more
Afrobeats vs Dancehall London
Ring in the new year with the ultimate Afrobeats vs Dancehall celebration as Afrobeats N Brunch teams up with Reggae Brunch for an unforgettable NYE in London! After a sold-out 2023, the After Dark Edition at POW Brixton promises to be bigger and better with incredible DJ sets, a lively countdown, and an epic confetti shower at midnight. With music spanning Afrobeats, Amapiano, Dancehall, and Island vibes, plus free after-party access till 6 am, this is the NYE experience you won't want to miss.Read more
Burnings, Butchery & Black Death: A Walking Tour of London's Bloody Past
Meet an eighteenth-century ghost and explore London's spooky history. Rub shoulders with kings, queens, and the legendary Braveheart on a journey back in time. Embark on a thrilling 2-mile walking tour from Barbican to Farringdon, diving deep into the heart of London's dark past. Tour. Itinerary The Charterhouse Smithfield Market Cloth Fair Church of St. Bartholomew the Great - Admission included WIlliam Wallace Memorial Saint Bartholomew's Hospital Museum Golden Boy of Pye Corner Holy Sepulchre London Holborn Viaduct Ye Olde Mitre. Service animals are welcome. Nearby public transportation options are available. Suitable for individuals of all physical fitness levels. Experience supplied by Historic London Tours All ticket sales are final and cannot be refunded, exchanged, or otherwise modified. Click here to check out the T&Cs. Black Friday.hidden-word { display: none; }Read more
The TAKEOVER NYE After Party London
The NYE After Party kicks off from 1 am to 5 am at Proud City, and trust us, this is where the real magic happens. This ones for the true party animals ready to keep the vibes rolling straight into 2026!Read more
Simon Amstell: I Love It Here
For four nights only, exclusively in London, Simon Amstell returns with a brand-new stand-up show - funnier, truer, and more healing than anything ever before or after. I Love It Here is the latest creation from the internationally acclaimed comedian and filmmaker behind the Netflix special Set Free and the feature films Benjamin and Carnage. At a friend’s beach house just outside Los Angeles, Simon finally finds peace: he is in love, free, released from the need to perform. But when an invitation arrives from the man who first ignited his teenage desire, that fragile calm is thrown into chaos. What follows is a desperate, hilarious attempt at surrender, during a night of overwhelming stimulation - the raw material for this extraordinary new show. Presented by Show And Tell.. This is an 16+ eventRead more
About Bank
The area called Bank in Central London is named from the Bank of England. The station is served by the Central, Northern and Waterloo and City lines and the Docklands Light Railway. Nearby Monument station, named from the Monument to the Great Fire of London, opened in 1884 and is served by the District and Circle lines.
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