South Bank, London

Name: South Bank
Address: London, United Kingdom

#2198 among attractions in London

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The South Bank is an entertainment and commercial district in central London, next to the River Thames opposite the City of Westminster. It forms a narrow strip of riverside land within the London Borough of Lambeth and the London Borough of Southwark,. As such, the South Bank may be regarded as somewhat akin to the riverside part of an area known previously as Lambeth Marsh and North Lambeth. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°30'29"N, 0°6'35"W

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Lambeth (Bishop's)London United Kingdom

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South Bank – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Royal Festival Hall, Two Temple Place, Waterloo Bridge, Southbank Centre.

~1800 ftSW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Royal Festival Hall, London
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London's vibrant Southbank Centre, the Royal Festival Hall stands as a beacon of culture and performance in England's capital. This iconic concert hall, with its rich history and modernist architecture, has been a staple of London's music scene...
~1440 ftNW
Gothic Revival architecture, Museum, Art museum
Two Temple Place, London
7 min walk • Two Temple Place is an architectural gem tucked away in the bustling heart of London, England. Built in the late 19th century, this neo-Gothic mansion is not only a testament to the city's rich history but also serves as a cultural venue showcasing diverse exhibitions...
~1630 ftW
Bridge
Waterloo Bridge, London
8 min walk • Waterloo Bridge stands as a graceful testament to London's architectural and historical richness. This arch bridge, spanning the River Thames, connects the bustling areas of the Strand to the south bank of the river, near the Southbank Centre and the National Theatre.
~1400 ftW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Southbank Centre, London
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London, the Southbank Centre stands as a premier event venue that beckons tourists with its vibrant cultural offerings. This dynamic complex, located on the South Bank of the River Thames, is renowned for its diverse range of arts...
~1260 ftE
Bridge
Blackfriars Bridge, London
7 min walk • Blackfriars Bridge is a road and foot traffic bridge over the River Thames in London, between Waterloo Bridge and Blackfriars Railway Bridge, carrying the A201 road.
~1570 ftW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Queen Elizabeth Hall, London
8 min walk • The Queen Elizabeth Hall is a music venue on the South Bank in London, England, that hosts daily classical, jazz, and avant-garde music and dance performances. It was opened in 1967, with a concert conducted by Benjamin Britten.
~1490 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Hayward Gallery, London
8 min walk • The Hayward Gallery is an art gallery within the Southbank Centre in central London, England and part of an area of major arts venues on the South Bank of the River Thames.
~340 ftNE
Museum, Tower, Art gallery
Oxo Tower, London
2 min walk • The Oxo Tower is a building with a prominent tower on the south bank of the River Thames in London. The building has mixed use as Oxo Tower Wharf containing a set of design, arts and crafts shops on the ground and first floors with two galleries, Bargehouse and Gallery@oxo.
~1350 ftSW
Nightlife, Cinema, Theater
BFI Southbank, London
7 min walk • BFI Southbank is the leading repertory cinema in the UK, specialising in seasons of classic, independent and non-English language films. It is operated by the British Film Institute.
~1100 ftN
Memorial
National Submarine War Memorial, London
6 min walk • The National Submariners' War Memorial is a war memorial on the Victoria Embankment in London, England, between Waterloo Bridge and Blackfriars Bridge.
~1010 ftW
South Bank theatre with 3 auditoriums
National Theatre, London
5 min walk • The Royal National Theatre in London, commonly known as the National Theatre, is one of the United Kingdom's three most prominent publicly funded performing arts venues, alongside the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal Opera House.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to South Bank?

Nearby attractions include Oxo Tower, London (2 min walk), South Bank Tower, London (3 min walk), The London Studios, London (4 min walk), Garden Bridge, London (5 min walk).

How to get to South Bank by public transport?

The nearest stations to South Bank:

Bus

Waterloo Bridge / South Bank • Lines: 26 (7 min walk)
Waterloo Station / Tenison Way • Lines: 243 (8 min walk)

Train

Waterloo East (7 min walk)
London Blackfriars (9 min walk)

Metro

Temple • Lines: Circle, District (8 min walk)
Southwark • Lines: Jubilee (9 min walk)

Ferry

Festival Pier • Lines: Green Tour (10 min walk)
Blackfriars Pier • Lines: Rb6 (11 min walk)

Light rail

Bank Platform 10 • Lines: B-L, B-Wa (25 min walk)