St James Garlickhythe, London

Name: St James Garlickhythe
Address: London, United Kingdom

#1230 among attractions in London

Christopher Wren, Church, Baroque architecture

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Facts and practical information

St James Garlickhythe is a Church of England parish church in Vintry ward of the City of London, nicknamed "Wren’s lantern" owing to its profusion of windows. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 51°30'40"N, 0°5'37"W

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City of London (Vintry)London United Kingdom

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Day trips

St James Garlickhythe – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St Paul's Cathedral, One New Change, Millennium Bridge, Mansion House.

~1400 ftNW
Iconic cathedral's churchyard and garden
St Paul's Cathedral, London
7 min walk • St. Paul's Cathedral is an iconic feature of the London skyline and a testament to the city's rich historical tapestry. Consecrated in 1708, this architectural masterpiece is the work of Sir Christopher Wren, who was commissioned to rebuild the church after the Great...
~1030 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre, View point
One New Change, London
5 min walk • One New Change is a modernist gem nestled in the historic heart of London, England. This sleek shopping centre, opened in 2010, offers a distinctive blend of high-end retail shops, eclectic dining options, and a unique vantage point for some of the city's most iconic...
~1270 ftSW
Steel suspension bridge for pedestrians
Millennium Bridge, London
7 min walk • The Millennium Bridge, a sleek steel suspension bridge, stretches across the River Thames in the bustling heart of London, United Kingdom. Since its opening in June 2000, it has become an iconic pedestrian pathway linking the areas near St.
~1240 ftNE
Museum, Vernacular architecture, History museum
Mansion House, London
6 min walk • Mansion House is an iconic building situated in the heart of the City of London, England. As the official residence of the Lord Mayor of London, it serves as a symbol of the economic prowess and historical significance of the city's financial district.
~950 ftN
Christopher Wren, Church, Baroque architecture
St Mary-le-Bow, London
5 min walk • St Mary-le-Bow is a church of Saxon origins, with a Norman crypt, that was rebuilt after the Great Fire of 1666 by Sir Christopher Wren in the City of London on the main east–west thoroughfare, Cheapside.
~1300 ftSW
Theater, William Shakespeare, Concerts and shows
Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, London
7 min walk • The Sam Wanamaker Playhouse is an indoor theatre forming part of Shakespeare's Globe, along with the Globe Theatre on Bankside, London.
~810 ftS
Bridge
Southwark Bridge, London
4 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.
~1240 ftNW
Memorial
National Firefighters Memorial, London
6 min walk • The National Firefighters Memorial is a memorial composed of three bronze statues depicting firefighters in action at the height of the Blitz.
~1060 ftNW
Church
Paul's walk, London
6 min walk • Paul's walk in Elizabethan and early Stuart London was the name given to the central nave of Old St Paul's Cathedral, where people walked up and down in search of the latest news. At the time, St. Paul's was the centre of the London grapevine.
~850 ftNE
Archaeological site, Ancient Roman architecture
London Mithraeum, London
5 min walk • The London Mithraeum, also known as the Temple of Mithras, Walbrook, is a Roman mithraeum that was discovered in Walbrook, a street in the City of London, during a building's construction in 1954.
~330 ftE
Church, Baroque architecture
St Michael Paternoster Royal, London
2 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 St James Garlickhythe?

Nearby attractions include St Michael Paternoster Royal, London (2 min walk), Cannon Street, London (3 min walk), St Mary Aldermary, London (3 min walk), Little Ship Club, London (3 min walk).

How to get to St James Garlickhythe by public transport?

The nearest stations to St James Garlickhythe:

Metro

Mansion House • Lines: Circle, District (3 min walk)
Cannon Street • Lines: Circle, District (4 min walk)

Bus

Mansion House Station • Lines: 26, N26 (3 min walk)
St Paul's Churchyard • Lines: 26, N26 (5 min walk)

Train

London Cannon Street (4 min walk)
Bank (6 min walk)

Ferry

Bankside Pier • Lines: Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2 (6 min walk)
Blackfriars Pier • Lines: Rb6 (9 min walk)

Light rail

Bank Platform 10 • Lines: B-L, B-Wa (7 min walk)
Tower Gateway Platform 1 • Lines: Tg-B (22 min walk)