South Bank

The South Bank is a buzzing open space and cultural nucleus of the capital, lined with some of the city’s most exciting galleries, theatres and attractions. Start at the Southbank Centre, for free art and live shows, lunch at one of the many restaurants, watch the skateboarders and then wander east past the artists’ enclave at Gabriel’s Wharf and on to Tate Modern and the Globe. It’s also go the National Theatre which is an excellent place to spend time regardless of seeing a play thanks to the Understudy bar, Grind café and terrace restaurant and bar Forza Wine.