Borough High Street, London

Name: Borough High Street
Address: London, United Kingdom

#141 among attractions in London

Shopping, Shopping district

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Facts and practical information

Borough High Street is a road in Southwark, London, running south-west from London Bridge, forming part of the A3 route which runs from London to Portsmouth, on the south coast of England. ()

Length: 4224 ftCoordinates: 51°30'29"N, 0°5'15"W

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City of London (Bridge)London United Kingdom

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Borough High Street – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Borough Market, The Monument, Old Billingsgate Market, Southwark Cathedral.

~1160 ftSW
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Borough Market, London
6 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of London, Borough Market stands as a mecca for food lovers from around the globe. This vibrant market, one of the oldest and largest in the city, has been serving the people of Southwark for over 1,000 years.
~810 ftNE
311-step, Great Fire of London memorial
The Monument, London
4 min walk • The Monument stands as a timeless emblem of resilience in the heart of London, England. This historical landmark, which towers at 62 meters, was built between 1671 and 1677 to commemorate the Great Fire of London and to celebrate the rebuilding of the city.
~820 ftE
Shopping, Market
Old Billingsgate Market, London
4 min walk • Nestled along the banks of the River Thames, Old Billingsgate Market is an iconic event venue in the heart of London, England. Once the world's largest fish market, the Victorian building has been transformed into a premier location for a variety of events, from...
~860 ftSW
Church, William Shakespeare, Sacred and religious sites
Southwark Cathedral, London
5 min walk • Southwark Cathedral stands as a serene oasis in the bustling heart of London, offering a sanctuary of history and spirituality amidst the city's modernity. This Anglican cathedral, formally known as The Cathedral and Collegiate Church of St Saviour and St Mary Overie...
~520 ftS
1970s bridge spanning the River Thames
London Bridge, London
3 min walk • London Bridge, not to be confused with the more decorative Tower Bridge, is a functional box girder bridge that crosses the River Thames in London, United Kingdom. This bridge has a rich history that dates back centuries, although the current incarnation was built in...
~1380 ftS
306m-high glass and steel tower with views
The Shard, London
7 min walk • The Shard, also referred to as the Shard of Glass, Shard London Bridge and formerly London Bridge Tower, is a 72-storey skyscraper, designed by the Italian architect Renzo Piano, in Southwark, London, that forms part of the Shard Quarter development.
~1250 ftSE
Harbor, Shopping centre, Shopping
Hay's Galleria, London
7 min walk • Hay's Galleria is a mixed use building in the London Borough of Southwark situated on the south bank of the River Thames featuring offices, restaurants, shops, and flats.
~880 ftSW
Vernacular architecture, Palace, Ruins
Winchester Palace, London
5 min walk • Winchester Palace was a 12th-century palace which served as the London townhouse of the Bishops of Winchester. It was located in the parish of Southwark in Surrey, on the south bank of the River Thames on what is now Clink Street in the London Borough of Southwark, near St Saviour's Church which later became Southwark Cathedral.
~540 ftNE
Christopher Wren, Church, Baroque architecture
St Magnus the Martyr, London
3 min walk • St Magnus the Martyr, London Bridge, is a Church of England church and parish within the City of London. The church, which is located in Lower Thames Street near The Monument to the Great Fire of London, is part of the Diocese of London and under the pastoral care of the Bishop of Fulham.
~1490 ftW
Bridge
Southwark Bridge, London
8 min walk • Southwark Bridge is an arch bridge in London, for traffic linking the district of Southwark and the City across the River Thames. Besides when others are closed for temporary repairs, it has the least traffic of the Thames bridges in London.
~1570 ftNW
Church, Baroque architecture
St Michael Paternoster Royal, London
8 min walk • St Michael Paternoster Royal is a church in the City of London. The original building, which was first recorded in the 13th century, was destroyed in the Great Fire of London in 1666. The church was rebuilt under the aegis of Sir Christopher Wren. However St Michael's was severely damaged during the London Blitz in the Second World War.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Borough High Street?

Nearby attractions include London Bridge, London (3 min walk), St Magnus the Martyr, London (3 min walk), The London Bridge Experience, London (4 min walk), Montague Close, London (4 min walk).

How to get to Borough High Street by public transport?

The nearest stations to Borough High Street:

Bus

London Bridge • Lines: 388 (3 min walk)
Monument Station • Lines: 388 (4 min walk)

Ferry

London Bridge City Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Rb6 (4 min walk)
Tower Millennium Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Red Tour (10 min walk)

Metro

London Bridge • Lines: Jubilee, Northern (5 min walk)
Monument • Lines: Circle, District (5 min walk)

Train

London Cannon Street (6 min walk)
Bank (10 min walk)

Light rail

Bank Platform 9 • Lines: B-L, B-Wa (7 min walk)
Tower Gateway Platform 1 • Lines: Tg-B (16 min walk)