Guidebook for Greater London
Arts & Culture
Recreations of WWI trenches and the Blitz, many tanks and planes and revolving military exhibitions.
461 locals recommend
Imperial War Museums
Lambeth RoadRecreations of WWI trenches and the Blitz, many tanks and planes and revolving military exhibitions.
Small museum outlining the life of the Lady of the Lamp and her effect on modern nursing practices.
40 locals recommend
Florence Nightingale Museum
2 Lambeth Palace RdSmall museum outlining the life of the Lady of the Lamp and her effect on modern nursing practices.
Home to prominent theatre company presenting new plays, classic drama and Shakespeare productions.
218 locals recommend
National Theatre
Upper GroundHome to prominent theatre company presenting new plays, classic drama and Shakespeare productions.
Artistic director Kevin Spacey stages classics and modern masterpieces in traditional playhouse.
192 locals recommend
The Old Vic
103 The CutArtistic director Kevin Spacey stages classics and modern masterpieces in traditional playhouse.
Orso Major Gallery
Sightseeing
19th-century Catholic cathedral built in the gothic style and offering Sunday mass in Spanish.
St George's Cathedral, Southwark
Westminster Bridge Road19th-century Catholic cathedral built in the gothic style and offering Sunday mass in Spanish.
Surrey Cricket Club's home, and traditionally the host of the final test match of the summer.
6 locals recommend
Kennington Oval
Kennington OvalSurrey Cricket Club's home, and traditionally the host of the final test match of the summer.
Drinks & Nightlife
Convivial, old-school local offering British pub food, vegetarian options and TV sport, beer garden.
25 locals recommend
The Prince of Wales
51 St George's Rd
Convivial, old-school local offering British pub food, vegetarian options and TV sport, beer garden.
Convivial, comfy local dating from 18th century, with British pub menu, TV sports, beer garden.
The Camel & Artichoke
121 Lower MarshConvivial, comfy local dating from 18th century, with British pub menu, TV sports, beer garden.
Food Scene
Mercato Metropolitano
42 Newington CausewayLower Marsh
Lower MarshLaid-back, modern cafe with travel memorabilia and photos alongside a global menu and cocktails.
19 locals recommend
Four Corners
12 Lower MarshLaid-back, modern cafe with travel memorabilia and photos alongside a global menu and cocktails.
Shopping
Elephant and Castle Shopping Centre
Elephant and CastleParks & Nature
Victorian park and modern extension with mature trees, flower beds, play and sport areas, plus cafe.
15 locals recommend
Kennington Park Gardens
Kennington Park GardensVictorian park and modern extension with mature trees, flower beds, play and sport areas, plus cafe.