THE CITY OF LONDON COLLECTION (C2) 14.4 km

Discover the City of London and the route into Central London

This is Part 2 of 4 of the Across London Visual Marathon

THE EXPERIENCE

This collection of five riverside routes takes you around the City of London from the Tower of London in the east, past its modern skyscrapers and its historic financial centre, along the riverside to St Paul’s Cathedral, before charting a route to Central London through Smithfield, Holborn and the Inns of Court

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THE ROUTES - WORK IN PROGRESS

ROUTE 6 - The Tower, Old Billingsgate, Shard – 1.5 km

Discover London’s most historic and oldest areas, from the Tower of London to London Bridge. This area has been associated with power, defence, river trade and commerce for over a thousand years, shaping the capital’s development and identity.

ROUTE 7 - London Bridge, to the Tower of London - 2.9 km

This riverside route offers a perfect blend of historical sights and stunning riverside views of the City of London. It also demonstrates how effectively the industrious Port of London has been redeveloped into vibrant modern spaces whilst preserving its heritage.

ROUTE 8 -The City of London Tour 4.0 km

This route explores the City of London from the Tower of London to its eastern edge in Aldgate, through its skyscrapers, historical financial centre and iconic buildings, and then back across London Bridge to the lively streets of Southwark

ROUTE 9 - From Borough Market to St Paul’s Cathedral - 2.0 km

Discover the riverside views and its sights as you pass Borough Market, Shakespeare’s Globe, the Millennium Bridge and Tate Modern, as you make your way towards the magnificent dome of St Paul’s Cathedral..

ROUTE 10 - The Old Bailey  to Central London  4.0 km

Discover the riverside views and its sights as you pass Borough Market, Shakespeare’s Globe, the Millennium Bridge and Tate Modern, as you make your way towards the magnificent dome of St Paul’s Cathedral

ABOUT THE ACROSS LONDON MARATHON

The Across London Visual Marathon takes in most of London’s iconic sights, from the Thames Barrier in the east to Hyde Park in the west. It’s designed to help you discover London with purpose, immersing you in the city’s rich history, vibrant culture, and visual splendour through interactive self-guided routes.

The Across London Visual Marathon comprises 16 short, interconnecting self-guided routes – an ideal way to explore London, whether you choose a single route, a collection, or embark on the entire journey in one go. These routes form four distinct collections: East London, the City of London, Central London, and the West End of London, each with its own unique history and character. All routes are manageable in length, clearly mapped with multiple navigation tools, and begin and end at easily identifiable Underground stations. With QR quick-reference links and detailed information at your fingertips, you can explore with complete confidence.

THIS IS A MAP OF THE WHOLE ROUTE AND THE DIFFERENT COLLECTIONS