Southwark and Bermondsey is the best space in London for all the places you wanted to see and visit, for all the good food that tickles your fancy and taste buds and you always wanted to eat and for all the lovely collectibles that you would love to grab from one of its shopping markets. There’s so much to see and do in this part of London that you are all prepared to come back for more even before you leave.
Let’s scan through the best that we have picked for you!
Design museum
Opened in the year 1989, this is the world famous design museum by Tower Bridge that focuses on the modern as well as the contemporary industrial and fashion design collections, architecture, multimedia, graphics, etc. Visitors can purchase design books from this museum shop or any other product associated with the exhibitions. Workshops for children are also conducted frequently in design museum. It is located by the river Thames and offers inspiring insight into the amazing world of designs. They sell from among a good collection of objects, furniture and cutting edge books with each and every purchase supporting the concept of design in its own unique way. Exhibitions celebrating the unique cycle designs are popular. Watch out for the winners of the design of the year and find out how they succeeded in creating the magic. Great place for a day-out with children!
Address: 28 Shad Thames, London SE1 2YD, United Kingdom
Website: http://designmuseum.org/
Tower Bridge (exhibition)
Exhibition at the tower bridge narrates to you how the bridge was built and how it works. Apart from visiting those original Victorian engines, visitors also get to enjoy panoramic views of Thames from the walkways that are at the height of 45 metres from the river. Don’t miss this iconic moment.
Address: Tower Bridge Rd, London SE1 2UP, United Kingdom
Website: http://www.towerbridge.org.uk/
Dixie Queen
It’s time for the queen to step in – it is the much popular conference and party boat in London and this city’s entertainment onboard! Dixie Queen – this one cruises from the Pool of London through the area of Greenwich to the much known Queen Elizabeth II Bridge and then back to pavilion. When it comes to the entertainment afloat, it has always managed to set newer standards. Full specification nightclub discotheque with amazing sound systems and lighting available to enhance the experience!
Address: Eagle Wharf 53 Lafone Street London SE1 2LX
Phone: +44 (0)20 7357 7751
Winchester Palace
Built in the early 13th century, this was one of the most important buildings belonging to the medieval London. Visitors in the present time can see the amazing architecture from the remaining walls of the Great Hall. Adorning the west gable, the striking rose window should be the highlight of your trip to this palace.
Address: English Heritage, Winchester Palace, Southwark SE1 9DN, United Kingdom Phone: +44 370 333 1181
Website: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/winchester-palace
The Golden Hinde II
World famous and an amazing reconstruction of Sir Francis Drake’s sailing galleon, this ship serves the purpose of self-guided tours and entertainment; open for all 7 days in a week. Visitors can also get to experience private parties, guided tours, team-building workshops and lot more. This ship is also a top registered venue for wedding and other lavish occasions or celebrations hence the venue is available for both private and corporate hire. Also because of the fact that it is located on the historic bankside offering you stunning views of the river Thames! Don’t miss out experiencing the life of 16th century traveller on board!
Address: 1, Pickfords Wharf, Clink St, London SE1 9DG, United Kingdom Phone: +44 20 7403 0123
Website: http://www.goldenhinde.com/
Shakespeare’s Globe
Originally built in the year 1599 and then destroyed by fire in the year 1613, this is the theatre recreated in a perfect Elizabethan setting (as they used to have it during the Shakespearean time!) where you must stand and see the plays (of Shakespeare) performed and enacted live on stage. This circular open-air theatre offers you a history lesson with theatre productions that are at their best here. On your trip to this venue, explore the life and work of Shakespeare in a detailed manner.
Address: 21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London SE1 9DT, United Kingdom Phone: +44 20 7902 1400
Website: http://www.shakespearesglobe.com/
Imperial War Museum London
This museum proudly narrates the story of all those who had their lives shaped by the First world war to this day. Visitors can get access to the galleries and exhibitions related to the First World War and its memories. The Lord Ashcroft Gallery: Extraordinary Heroes and Secret War should be the highlight of your trip to this museum in London. Also explore the amazing key moments and stories from the Second World War in their Holocaust Exhibition.
Address: Lambeth Rd, London SE1 6HZ, United Kingdom
Website: http://www.iwm.org.uk/visits/iwm-london
The Scoop
Located on the south of river Thames and near Tower Bridge, this is a popular multi-purpose outdoor amphitheatre that regularly hosts theatre shows, films, dance events and music all throughout the year. During the summers, they are crammed with free and purposeful entertainment. You will just love to listen to the free music or simply catch an outdoor film screening or play during the evening. Accommodation for over 800 people at a time! One of the most famous locations of the London Borough of Southwark!
Address: Queen’s Walk, More London, London SE1 2DB, United Kingdom Phone: +44 20 7403 4866
Website: http://www.morelondon.com/
HMS Belfast
Largest cruiser of Europe (originally a royal navy light cruiser) from the world of WWII, this has now been limited to a floating naval museum serving the purpose of entertainment and education and has been permanently moored on Thames in the beautiful city of London. One of the most seen landmarks on the river Thames near the tower bridge – it has nine decks that are extremely huge and includes punishment rooms, guns, operating theatre, etc. Be prepared to learn the story of the HMS Belfast through ‘HMS Belfast in War and Peace’ and its inception in the mid 1930s era. Visitors can also get the detailed life story of HMS Belfast through its original documents, artefacts, drawings, plans, photographs, paintings, models and various audio-visual displays. All these narrate the time of the warship and tell you about those men who served in HMS Belfast. Interestingly, it also serves the purpose of being a playground for the children who love to run through its complex. No delays – start exploring this historic warship.
Address: The Queen’s Walk, London SE1 2JH, United Kingdom
Website: http://www.iwm.org.uk/visits/hms-belfast
Hay’s Galleria
This multi-purpose building set in the London borough of Southwark, within the historic Hays Wharf and located on the south bank of Thames was once the ‘Larder of London’. If you visit this space, you will be standing on the same spot that witnessed the sail of tea clippers from china and India when they edged back into the dock almost 150 years back. Walkways are decorated with traditional craft and market stalls, restaurants, offices, cafes, branded shops, etc. For the lovers of shopping, this is an amazing place to be as here you get paintings, jewellery, ceramics, designer children’s wear and lot more. Special events are held on a regular basis. A great place to relax while you walk the Thames path! Shopping and leisure in this converted wharf is not to be missed.
Address: Hay’s, 2 Hay’s Lane, London, United Kingdom
The London Dungeon
Scary, fun and exciting – that’s what tells you lot about this new scary home with haunted stories on the Southbank. London’s historic horror stories here must be explored. Visitors will get to experience the live actors, thrilling rides, the dark history and the most special effects on this haunted venue. If you are brave enough, be prepared to face the horrific characters from this city’s past such as the Sweeney Todd and Jack the Ripper. One of the must-see attractions in the capital delighting its customers for over 40 years now!
Address: Riverside Building, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Rd, City of London, Greater London SE1 7PB, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 871 423 2240 Website: https://www.thedungeons.com
The Clink Prison Museum
Known as one of the oldest and the notorious prisons in the UK dating back to the 1144, this museum is built on the original site of The Clink Prison. Visitors get to view the archaeological artefacts and learn about the torture and misfortune of the prisoners. Here you are sure to have hands-on experience of the torture devices as you shall be able to find out how the life of a medieval prisoner in this prison used to be. Written art history narrate the amazing historical events that had taken place here particularly the plots against the Mayflower and crown.
Address: 1 Clink St, London SE1 9DG, United Kingdom Phone: +44 20 7403 0900
Website: http://www.clink.co.uk/
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