Our Guide To London Bridge
Amidst the vibrant urban landscape, London Bridge stands tall and proud in the centre of a neighbourhood brimming with countless sights and activities. Here you will find our ultimate guide to the best things to do in this fascinating area, including dining at our South African restaurant and wine bar, Vivat Bacchus!
The nursery rhyme is just one sign of the immense history that this part of London has to offer. More than just a bridge, the London Bridge area spans the river Thames, between the City of London and Southwark, and you'll find landmarks everywhere you turn. From The Shard and The Gherkin to St Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London, you'll be snap-happy wandering around this iconic part of town!
Alongside its great history, London Bridge's contemporary scene is full of life too, with unbeatable culture found in the many art galleries, museums, and theatres. The restaurants in London Bridge are some of the best in London (including our very own Vivat Bacchus London Bridge restaurant) with every cuisine you can think of at your fingertips.
Home to one of the busiest stations in the UK, getting to London Bridge is easy with the Southern, Southeastern, and Thameslink National Rail services stopping here. It also has an underground station for the Jubilee Line and the Northern Line. For those that prefer to travel in style, the Uber boat drops off at London Bridge City Pier, and many bus services are available too.
Vivat Bacchus in London Bridge
Of course, we must begin by reminding you about the best South African restaurant in London Bridge - Vivat Bacchus. Doubling up as a wine bar that includes London's largest South African wine list, as well as a walk-in wine cellar and a cheese room, Vivat Bacchus will transport you from London to Cape Town in a matter of sips.
Our London Bridge South African restaurant serves delicious South African dishes, and every couple of months we run our epic meat and wine tasting experience, Club Carnivore. Club Carnivore is founded on three simple rules: red meat only, red wine only, and wine served in magnums or larger! It's one of the most unique and fun things to do in London Bridge, so worth adding to your calendar!
We have a spacious private dining room too, which is ideal for parties, drinks, and canapé receptions, as well as corporate meetings, private cheese and/or wine tastings, engagements and even weddings (for which you can hire the entire restaurant).
Our South African restaurant in London Bridge is located just a stone's throw away from London Bridge station, so it couldn't be easier to get to. It's the perfect place to unwind from the busy tourist attractions and re-energise yourself for even more exploring. To find out more about our London Bridge restaurant and to book a table, click here.
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Our top picks for London Bridge
Visit The Shard - https://www.the-shard.com/
For iconic London Bridge views, you can't beat The Shard – a skyscraper with incredible sights of the London skyline. Just don't forget your phone, this will be one for the Instagram feed!
Grab some lunch in Borough Market - https://boroughmarket.org.uk/
One of London's most famous food markets, Borough Market is the place to explore London's street food scene. With an eclectic variety of food stalls, you'll be spoilt for choice.
Visit the Fashion & Textile Museum – https://www.fashiontextilemuseum.org/
The Fashion & Textile Museum is the only museum in the UK dedicated to showcasing contemporary fashion and textile design. They host exciting exhibitions, educational courses, events, and workshops, making it a wonderful explorative activity in London Bridge.
Wander around Maltby Street Market - https://www.maltbystreetmarket.co.uk/
Another brilliant place for lunch in London Bridge is Maltby Street Market. Catch some up-and-coming food vendors and get to know the ones that have been lining these cobbled streets for years. With iconic flags lining the walkway and some glorious railway arches that exude London history, this is one of the best things to do in London Bridge.
Walk the Bermondsey Beer Mile - https://www.bermondsey-beer-mile.co.uk/
This unofficial walk is a loose amalgamation of the brewery bars and bottle shops that are located along a stretch of railway arch. These London Bridge bars come and go regularly, so there's no set route, allowing you to wander at your own pace. Of course, if beer's not your thing, then don't forget to visit our Vivat Bacchus restaurant and wine bar in London Bridge for a huge variety of South African wines!
Explore the Tate Modern – https://www.tate.org.uk/visit/tate-modern
One of the top things to do in London Bridge is explore the Tate Modern. The famous gallery of modern art is renowned for showcasing the weird and the wacky! The museum is free to enter, so a nice way to spend a few hours before dinner.
Relax at Potters Fields Park - https://pottersfields.co.uk/
Potters Fields Park is a unique green open space by the river Thames, with a perfect view of Tower Bridge. Why not grab a bottle from our Vivat Bacchus wine shop and enjoy it in nature, taking in the spectacular sights of our brilliant city?
Play some Crazy Golf at Plonk Borough Market - https://www.plonkgolf.co.uk/venue/borough-market/
Within Borough Market, underneath London Bridge and Borough High Street, you will find Plonk, a crazy golf and arcade experience that also happens to be one of the best bars in London Bridge. With delicious cocktails and graffiti covering the walls, ceiling and floors, there is no better place for a night out with friends.
Visit one of the historic pubs in London Bridge, such as The George Inn - https://www.greeneking.co.uk/pubs/greater-london/george-southwark
Built in 1676, The George Inn's claim to fame is having been featured in Charles Dickens' novel Little Dorrit, following the author's visit to the building when it was a coffee house. The walls breathe history, making it one of the most iconic pubs in London Bridge, with an excellent Sunday roast too.
See a show at The Bridge Theatre - https://bridgetheatre.co.uk/
Just an 8-minute walk away from our Vivat Bacchus London Bridge restaurant, The Bridge Theatre commissions and produces new shows, as well as staging the occasional classic. You can’t beat dinner and a show for a brilliant night out in London Bridge!