Culture, food, atmosphere - London's Bankside has it all
Bankside is a compact area on the south side of London's river Thames between Blackfriars and London Bridge. Here you'll find some of the capital's top attractions plus an exciting new wave of restaurants and shops to suit all tastes and pockets. Housed in the starkly designed former Bankside power station, marvel at the immense Turbine Hall in the free-to-enter Tate Modern, home to famous artworks such as Andy Warhol's Marilyn Diptych. Catch a play at Shakespeare's Globe and admire the soaring splendour of Southwark Cathedral.
Food and drink at Bankside
Head to the much-loved Borough Market and you can pick up mouth-watering food on the go at one of the stalls or sit down at one of its eateries such as Arabica Bar & Kitchen or Elliot's Cafe. Check out the Tel Aviv inspired food at Balabaya at Union Street Arches, or if you wander around the streets you'll find them bustling with more than 100 eating spots including Gordon Ramsay's Union Street Cafe, British cooking at Roast, plus Titbits Bankside, which serves vegetarian and vegan food. Flat Iron Square is a recent development bustling with vibrant eateries, and if you fancy a drink you'll find anything from a traditional pub to cocktails at Hixter Bankside.
Tremble at the London Bridge Experience
If you dare, set foot inside the multi award-winning London Bridge Experience to find out more about the dark history of the old bridge. Looking for a cheap hotel Near Bankside? Travelodge London Central Southwark Hotel's your closest or try Travelodge London Central Waterloo Hotel.