Sightseeing
Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge RoadThe iconic bridge
Tower of London
London's old fortress and dungeon
One of the best modern art galleries in the world. Around 30 min walk from the flat along the river
2008 locals recommend
Tate Modern
BanksideOne of the best modern art galleries in the world. Around 30 min walk from the flat along the river
Food scene
Fantastic food market. Around 20 min walk from the flat through the docks and along the river
1616 locals recommend
Borough Market
Borough High StreetFantastic food market. Around 20 min walk from the flat through the docks and along the river
Bellavita Academy
11c Dock StreetExcellent Italian deli
Emilia's Crafted Pasta (St. Katharine Docks)
Beautiful spot for pasta
Bento Bab
Not tried this place yet but very handy for the flat!
Tayyabs
83-89 Fieldgate StMost famous kebabs in London
Lahore Kebab House
2-10 Umberston StSecond most famous kebabs in London!
Petticoat Lane Market
119-121 Middlesex StGreat lunchtime food market
Renowned Thai restaurant, now with vegan friendly options too
58 locals recommend
som saa thai restaurant
43A Commercial StRenowned Thai restaurant, now with vegan friendly options too
New trendy vegan restaurant serving asian street food style dishes (not been yet but looks good)
Alter
15 Leman StreetNew trendy vegan restaurant serving asian street food style dishes (not been yet but looks good)
Neighbourhoods
Brick Lane
Brick LaneVibrant area for restaurants and nightlife
Vibrant area for restaurants and nightlife. Very busy (and a bit rowdy) at the weekend
620 locals recommend
Shoreditch
Vibrant area for restaurants and nightlife. Very busy (and a bit rowdy) at the weekend
St Katharine's docks is lovely to wander round and has many good restaurants
8 locals recommend
St Katharine's & Wapping
St Katharine's docks is lovely to wander round and has many good restaurants
Bars and pubs
Amazing old Music Hall, saved from demolishing and back putting on shows. Right next to the flat. Also nice place for a drink
162 locals recommend
Wilton's Music Hall
1 Graces AlyAmazing old Music Hall, saved from demolishing and back putting on shows. Right next to the flat. Also nice place for a drink
Commercial Tavern
142 Commercial StBeautiful bar around 20min walk from flat
BrewDog Shoreditch
51 Bethnal Green RdCraft beer heaven
BrewDog Tower Hill
21 Great Tower StCraft beer heaven 10mins from flat
Groceries
Waitrose & Partners
134-152 Balham High RoadLarge supermarket with high quality and ethical products
Sainsbury's Local
13-14 Bermondsey SquareExpress supermarket 2mins from the flat
Cable News & Minimarket
14 Cable StCorner shop right next to the flat - does the basics but not much fresh food