The City of London - also known as the Square Mile - is the oldest part of the capital. Around 200 AD, the Romans built a defence wall around the settlement. Remnants of this ancient London wall still exist, and its boundaries have not changed a great deal. The area it once enclosed is the City, which has expanded outwards a little and these days marks its borders with black bollards and, at major entrances, statues of dragons. The City has endured many disasters, with the Great Plague of 1665 followed the next year by the Great Fire of London. It was a major bombing target in World War II. Today, however, the City of London is one of the world's most important financial and business centres, housing the London Stock Exchange and the Bank of England, where there's a free interactive museum. The City boasts some spectacular skyscrapers, notably Tower 42, 30 St Mary Axe ("The Gherkin") and Lloyd's Building, a remarkable glass and steel structure that's the Lloyd's insurance group's HQ. Some of the City's finest attractions include St Paul's Cathedral and the nearby Festival Gardens, the Barbican multi-arts centre, Smithfield Meat Market and the Museum of London.
Attraction
Bank of England Museum
Museum of London
Budget
Premier Inn London City (Tower Hill) *book online*
Charity
Amnesty International
British Red Cross
Churches Conservation Trust
Fight for Sight
Housing Associations' Charitable Trust
MENCAP
National Churches Trust
NSPCC
Shelter
The Stroke Association
UNICEF UK
Church
St Andrew Undershaft
St Bartholomew the Great
St Bartholomew the Less
St Botolph without Bishopsgate
St Helen's Church
St Mary Woolnoth
St Michael's Church
Classes
Dance - BestSalsa
Yoga - Templeton House Studios
Club
Agenda
Fabric London Ltd
Reflex 80's Bar
The Funny Side of The City
Estate Agent
Farmers Market
Health and Fitness Club
Performing Arts
Pub and Bar
Abacus
Bar Bourse
Home Bar Lounge Kitchen
Punch Tavern
Restaurant
1 Blossom Street Restaurant & Bar
1 Lombard Street - Brasserie
1 Lombard Street - Restaurant
Adriatico
Apt
Aurora
Ballroom
Balls Brothers - Lime Street
Bar Bourse
Barcelona Tapas Bar y Restaurante
Barcelona Tapas Bar y Restaurante
Below 54 @ Great Eastern Dining Room
Bengal Trader
Benugo
Bevis Marks
Bolton's
Bonds
Cantaloupe
Caravaggio
Chamberlain's Restaurant
Ciro's Pizza Pomodoro
Corney & Barrow at Broadgate Circle
Corney & Barrow at Cannon Street
Corney & Barrow at Citypoint
Corney & Barrow at Lloyds of London
Corney & Barrow at Mason's Avenue
Corney & Barrow at Royal Exchange
Digress City
Don (The)
Fox Dining Room
Gibson Hall
Harry's Bar
Home Bar Lounge Kitchen
Imperial City Chinese Restaurant and Bar
La Grande Marque
lucs brasserie
Matab's
Nababbo
Pacific Oriental
Prism Restaurant & Bar
Punch Tavern
Restaurant Twentyfour
Rhodes 24
Satu
Singapura Restaurant
Sri Siam City
Sri Thai City
Swithins Italian Restaurant
Swithins Seafood Restaurant
Taberna Etrusca
Tatsuso Restaurant
Thai Square - Mansion House
The Boardroom
The Gaucho Grill
Thomas' Restaurant
Vertigo 42
Wagamama
Whites
Zuccato City
School
Sir John Cass's Foundation Primary School
Self-Catering
London City Apartments
Roomspace Serviced Apartments - River House
SACO London - Fleet Street
The King`s Wardrobe Apartments
Solicitor
McClure Naismith
Penningtons
Stafford Young Jones
Turner & Debenhams
Taxi
Venue
Shops
Links of London
Boots
Rymans
Fresh & Wild (City)
Cotswold Outdoor
Blacks
Agent Provocateur
House of Fraser
Charles Tyrwhitt
Topshop
Antiques
Activities
Thames Leisure(Boat Trips and Cruises)
Powerleague London City(Football)
Places to Stay near City
Threadneedles (0.13 miles)
Located in a beautifully converted banking ... More | visit website
Apex London Wall Hotel (0.19 miles)
Located in the heart of the City close to Moorgate and Bank tube stations, this four star deluxe hotel has 89 spacious stylish en-suite rooms. Each room type is individually ... More
Marlin Apartments Queen Street (0.23 miles)
Marlin Apartments Queen Street is a premier new development right in the heart of the City’s financial district, providing luxurious serviced apartments for short and long-term stays. The Bank of England ... More
Andaz London (0.36 miles)
In Spring 2000, the Great Eastern Hotel reopened its doors to reveal a breathtaking Victorian restoration incorporating the bold new spaces and designs you are surrounded by today. The ... More
Apex City of London Hotel (0.45 miles)
This chic 4 star hotel is situated in the Tower Hill district, with major businesses and the historic Tower of London and Tower Bridge on its doorstep. The Apex City of ... More
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London - Tower of London (0.50 miles)
The King`s Wardrobe Apartments (0.52 miles)
The King`s Wardrobe is within easy walking distance of the City`s financial centre and enjoys close proximity to numerous theatres, restaurants and bars.The King`s Wardrobe is a prestigious development comprising ... More
London City Apartments (0.52 miles)
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An excellent, centrally located base for exploring the many delights of London, these exclusive apartments sit conveniently just 3 minutes' walk from Liverpool Street Station. Stylish and spacious, ... More
Grange St Paul's Hotel (0.52 miles)
With a sophisticated blend of contemporary style and modern flair, the stunning Grange St. Paul’s Hotel sets new standards for luxury and elegance. Perfectly located in the heart of the ... More
Travelodge London Liverpool Street (0.54 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
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