If you are looking for the cultural heart of London where the locals go to stroll on the promenade by the banks of the Thames, then taking a Southbank walk is the ideal activity to discover all the things to do in Southbank.
Across the road to your right is the famous London Eye, a Ferris wheel that will give you epic views of London during a 30-minute rotation.
The south side of the River Themes is not just about tourist attractions in Southbank. If you’re looking for more, try exploring Southbank London from a cultural perspective.
Originally founded by Laurence Olivier, this theater offers a pretty eclectic selection of performances.
On one of the restaurant’s walls is a legend stating that “For almost 300 years, there has been an amateur rowing race on the Thames, from London Bridge to Chelsea."
The first notable Bankside attraction you will see is the Tate Modern. The Tate showcases modern and contemporary art featuring rotating exhibits from top artists.
Further west you will come to Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, built about 750 feet away from the original Globe Theatre constructed in 1599 and one of London’s iconic landmarks.