South Bank Local Information

The geographical centre of London, which has been growing in popularity as a residential area in recent years.

Famous for the sweeping river views, particularly from its bridges, the area also has the advantage of its proximity to other parts of Central London and the City.

South Bank - Eating, drinking, shopping

Oxo Tower Wharf; design shops and galleries

Gabriels Wharf

Mesón Don Felipe Spanish tapas. Handy for the Old and Young Vic theatres.

Menier Chocolate Factory - popular for relaxed approach to the arts and eating; the complex includes a gallery, restaurant and intimate theatre with a range of productions.

Oxo Tower Brasserie and restaurant - spectacular views over the river

South Bank - Transport

Rail
Waterloo Station Mainline Waterloo East - London Bridge and connections.

Tube stations
Waterloo and City Line
www.tfl.gov.uk/tubes

Boat
Thames Clipper www.thamesclippers.com
Stops at Waterloo Pier, Savoy Pier, Blackfriars, Bankside, London Bridge and others.

South Bank - Culture - things to do and places to go

London Eye a top attraction for visitors, as well as a beautiful feature of the skyline that has given the South Bank a strong architectural symbol of its own.

London Aquarium
County Hall including Dali Universe
HMS Belfast
Imax cinema
Lambeth Palace
Royal National Theatre
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
South Bank Centre

Interesting walks by the river plus Guided walks

• BLOOMSBURY, COVENT GARDEN, HOLBORN, KING’S CROSS
• CITY, BARBICAN, CLERKENWELL
• SOUTH BANK, WATERLOO, BANKSIDE & BERMONDSEY