City Churches to Visit
St Paul’s Cathedral
St Paul’s Cathedral
St Bartholomew-the-Great One of London’s oldest churches, St Bartholomew, was built in the 12th century. Several Norman architectural details may be seen.
St Mary-le-Bow Located in Cheapside, St Mary-le-Bow was rebuilt by Wren following its destruction in the Great Fire of London in 1666. St Sepulchre-without-Newgate The largest church in the city, St Sepulchre is famous for its peal of 12 bells. Lunchtime concerts are held on Tue and Wed. St Katherine Cree One of eight churches to survive the Great Fire, it dates from about 1630. Purcell and Handel both played on its organ. St Magnus the Martyr Designed by Wren in the 1670s, the church retains his elegant pulpit. Regular recitals take place throughout the year.
All Hallows by the Tower Take a 40-minute guided tour of the church, which dates from Saxon times. St Stephen Walbrook The Lord Mayor’s parish church is considered to be Wren’s finest. St Anne and St Agnes This Lutheran church has a long tradition in music (especially Baroque). Lunchtime concerts are held on Mon and Fri. St Lawrence Jewry Beautiful stained glass windows of historic figures are the highlight here. Guildhall EC2 Open 7:30am–2pm daily Free
Eating and Drinking
St John A delightful restaurant serving excellent British food. Delicious light bar meals available . Top Floor at Smiths of Smithfield This warehouse restaurant serves meat market specials . A café on the ground floor turns into a bar in the evening and there is an informal restaurant on the second floor. Club Gascon Top-notch
cuisine from southwest France. Pick three or four “taster” dishes,
such as venison scallops, or there is a five-course gourmet “tasting”
menu, including wines. 57 West Smithfield EC1 020 7796 0600
Sweetings This
is a lunchtime haven for fish lovers. Starters such as potted shrimp
are followed by plaice and Dover sole. Desserts include bread-and-butter
pudding. Sauterelle Stylish French dining in the gallery of the City’s Royal Exchange. Royal Exchange EC3 020 7618 2483
Eastway @ Andaz Contemporary, but hearty dishes, from lamb to hamburger, are served in this lively city eaterie. 40 Liverpool Street EC2 020 7618 7400
1 Lombard Street This Michelin-starred restaurant serves exquisite modern dishes. 1 Lombard Street EC3 020 7929 6611
The Place Below Popular lunchtime canteen in the crypt of St Mary-le-Bow church. Cheapside EC2 020 7329 0789
Shaw’s Booksellers Quirky pub and bar with a splendid array of beers and wines. Vertigo 42 Take in the incredible views at this ostentatious, sky-scraping champagne bar on the 42nd floor.
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Unless otherwise stated, all restaurants accept credit cards and
serve vegetarian meals. Many City restaurants close at weekends. |
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