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THE CITY OF LONDON COLLECTION (C2) 14.4 km

  • Writer: philip carey
    philip carey
  • Nov 20, 2025
  • 4 min read

Updated: Jul 10

Discover the City of London and the route into Central London



THE EAST LONDON POCKET ROUTE GUIDE - FLIPBOOK

This 24-page flipbook is a great way to see all the information on the collection and the 5 routes in one place. These are based on the physical pocket guides that will be available shortly.


Click on this link to see the pocket guide in more detail





THE EXPERIENCE

This collection of five 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


This collection is part 2 of 4 that make up the Across London Visual Marathon - see the end of this blog for more information.


MAP OF THE ROUTE

All of the 5 routes start and end at metro stations, and this map shows how they are all connected.


Click on the video to see the animation



The COLLECTION  GOOGLE and STRAVA MAPS below can be used to fix your location on the collection’s  route map and your progress along it






AN INTRODUCTION TO THE FIVE INDIVIDUAL ROUTES IN THIS COLLECTION


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


Start: Tower Hill Station

Finish: London Bridge Station



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.


High-Speed Route Preview - 3:18

See the route as if you were sprinting at over 40 km/h. A longer and slower version is available here and in the detailed guide.






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


Start: London Bridge Station

Finish: Tower Hill Station



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.


High-Speed Route Preview (4:46)

See the route as if you were sprinting at over 40 km/h. A longer and slower version is available here and in the detailed guide.




ROUTE 8 -The City of London Tour 4.0 km


Start: Tower Hill Station

Finish: London Bridge Station



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


High-Speed Route Preview (5:00)

See the route as if you were sprinting at over 40 km/h. A longer and slower version is available here and in the detailed guide.





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


Start: London Bridge Station

Finish: St Paul's Station




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.


High-Speed Route Preview (3:34)

See the route as if you were sprinting at over 40 km/h. A longer and slower version is available here and in the detailed guide.




ROUTE 10 - The Old Bailey  to Central London  4.0 km


Start: St Paul's Station

Finish: Covent Garden Station



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


High-Speed Route Preview (5:40)

See the route as if you were sprinting at over 40 km/h. A longer and slower version is available here and in the detailed guide.




 

ABOUT THE ACROSS LONDON VISUAL 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.


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




The Across London Visual Marathon's four collections are made up of 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.


All routes are manageable in length, clearly mapped with multiple navigation tools, and begin and end at easily identifiable Underground stations. The individual detailed guides have reference links and detailed information at your fingertips, so you can explore with complete confidence.


These routes form four distinct collections, each with its own unique history and character.


This collection of five riverside routes takes you through East London and into the City of London. It passes through the historic London Docklands, stretching from the Royal Victoria Dock in the east to St Katharine Dock by the Tower of London. It is a wonderful journey through history, trade and regeneration that is quiet, scenic and full of surprises


This collection of five 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.


This collection of three routes takes you on a journey through many of the main areas of Central London, passing its most iconic sights. These include the main entertainment and attraction areas, the seats of power around Westminster, the splendour of the royal courts, palaces and parks, and the main luxury shopping route.


This collection of three high-class routes in the West End of London takes you through the grandeur of Regency London architecture, through the wonderful landscaped gardens of Regent’s Park, the shopping areas of Marylebone and Oxford Street, and then through the affluent areas in Mayfair to Hyde Park Corner.



 
 
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