South Bank Guide: London’s Riverside Playground

Between Westminster Bridge and Tower Bridge, the South Bank is London’s cultural riverside — alive with theatres, galleries, markets and street performers.

Landmarks

• London Eye
• Southbank Centre
• National Theatre
• Tate Modern
• Shakespeare’s Globe

Food & Drink

Borough Market, Gabriel’s Wharf, pop-ups under the bridges, rooftop bars above. Street food thrives here.

Walk It

Daytime shows off the skyline; at night bridges and landmarks glow. Perfect for photography and people-watching.

Related: London Eye • Tate Modern • Borough Market