Baltic Exchange, London

Name: Baltic Exchange
Address: St. Mary Axe, London, United Kingdom

#194 among attractions in London

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The Baltic Exchange, nestled in the heart of London's financial district, is not only a hub for global maritime commerce but also a historical landmark with a rich heritage. The exchange, originally formed in 1744, has been the beating heart of the shipping market, where shipowners and charterers come together to negotiate and set shipping rates.

For the curious traveler, the Baltic Exchange may not be the typical tourist attraction, but it holds a unique appeal for those interested in maritime history and commerce. The building itself, located at 38 St Mary Axe, was rebuilt in the early 2000s after the original was severely damaged by an IRA bomb in 1992. While the current structure is modern, it carries the legacy of the shipping industry and the global trade it facilitates.

Visitors to the area can appreciate the building's sleek architecture and may gain insights into the history of shipping and trade by exploring the surrounding streets. Although the exchange's interior is not open to the general public, as it is an operational financial institution, one can still sense the significance of the place where daily shipping rates are determined, influencing the global economy.

For those interested in architecture, the Baltic Exchange sits near the iconic 30 St Mary Axe, also known as 'The Gherkin,' which offers a stark architectural contrast and photograph opportunities. While in the area, tourists can also enjoy a walk around the City of London, taking in sights such as the historic Leadenhall Market, the towering skyscrapers of the financial district, and the nearby Tower of London.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°30'53"N, 0°4'49"W

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St. Mary AxeCity of London (Aldgate)London United Kingdom

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Baltic Exchange – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Leadenhall Market, 30 St Mary Axe, St Peter upon Cornhill, Lloyd's.

~1160 ftSW
Shopping centre in a historical space
Leadenhall Market, London
6 min walk • Leadenhall Market is a vibrant, covered market nestled in the heart of London's financial district. Known for its stunning Victorian architecture, with its ornate roof structure, painted ceilings, and cobbled walkways, the market offers a unique shopping experience...
~110 ftS
Soaring tower nicknamed the Gherkin
30 St Mary Axe, London
1 min walk • 30 St Mary Axe, commonly known as "The Gherkin," is an iconic fixture of London's skyline. This architectural marvel is a commercial skyscraper that stands in the city's financial district. Completed in 2003, The Gherkin is lauded for its innovative, energy-efficient...
~1110 ftSW
Church, Baroque architecture
St Peter upon Cornhill, London
6 min walk • St Peter upon Cornhill is an Anglican church on the corner of Cornhill and Gracechurch Street in the City of London of medieval, or possibly Roman origin. It was destroyed in the Great Fire of London in 1666 and rebuilt to the designs of Sir Christopher Wren. It is now a satellite church in the parish of St Helen's Bishopsgate.
~890 ftSW
Skyscraper, Architecture
Lloyd's, London
5 min walk • The Lloyd's building is the home of the insurance institution Lloyd's of London. It is located on the former site of East India House in Lime Street, in London's main financial district, the City of London.
~810 ftW
Skyscraper, Observation decks and towers
Tower 42, London
4 min walk • Tower 42, commonly known as the NatWest Tower, is a 183-metre-tall skyscraper in the City of London. It is the fifth-tallest tower in the City of London, having been overtaken as the tallest in 2010 by the 230-metre Heron Tower.
~640 ftSE
Square
Mitre Square, London
4 min walk • Mitre Square is a small square in the City of London. It measures about 77 feet by 80 feet and is connected via three passages with Mitre Street to the south west, to Creechurch Place to the north west and, via St James's Passage, to Duke's Place to the north east.
~1210 ftW
Church
Dutch Church, London
6 min walk • The Dutch Church, Austin Friars, is a reformed church in the Broad Street Ward, in the City of London. Located on the site of the 13th-century Augustinian friary, the original building granted to Protestant refugees for their church services in 1550 was destroyed during the London Blitz.
~1400 ftNE
Synagogue, Neoclassical architecture
Sandys Row Synagogue, London
7 min walk • Sandy's Row Synagogue is a historic Grade II listed synagogue and former Christian church in the East End of London. Built by refugee French Huguenots in 1766, it was later converted into a Baptist chapel and in 1867 was acquired by a Jewish congregation. It is the oldest surviving Ashkenazi synagogue in London.
~750 ftNW
Church, Baroque architecture
St Botolph-without-Bishopsgate, London
4 min walk • St Botolph-without-Bishopsgate is a Church of England church in the Bishopsgate Without area of the City of London, and also, by virtue of lying outside the city's eastern walls, part of London's East End.
~1170 ftE
Church, Baroque architecture
St Botolph's Aldgate, London
6 min walk • St Botolph's Aldgate is a Church of England parish church in the City of London and also, as it lies outside the line of the city's former eastern walls, a part of the East End of London.
~540 ftN
Church
Jubilee International Church, London
3 min walk • Jubilee International Church was established in 1992 with just 7 members in Clapham, London SW4. They then purchased and modernised a former 1935 Baptist church building and moved in 2006 to the Chinbrook and the former Chinbrook Meadows areas of Grove Park.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Baltic Exchange?

Nearby attractions include 30 St Mary Axe, London (1 min walk), Bevis Marks Synagogue, London (2 min walk), St Andrew Undershaft, London (3 min walk), St Ethelburga's Bishopsgate, London (3 min walk).

How to get to Baltic Exchange by public transport?

The nearest stations to Baltic Exchange:

Bus

Wormwood Street • Lines: 133, 26, 388, 8, N133, N242, N26, N551, N8 (3 min walk)
Threadneedle Street • Lines: 388, 8, N242 (5 min walk)

Metro

Aldgate • Lines: Circle, Metropolitan (6 min walk)
Liverpool Street • Lines: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan (6 min walk)

Train

London Fenchurch Street (7 min walk)
Bank (11 min walk)

Light rail

Bank Platform 9 • Lines: B-L, B-Wa (10 min walk)
Tower Gateway Platform 1 • Lines: Tg-B (11 min walk)

Ferry

Tower Millennium Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Red Tour (14 min walk)
London Bridge City Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Rb6 (15 min walk)