EC1Y Area Guide
A locals' guide to EC1Y
Where do EC1Y locals go?
The Museum of the Order of St John Cloister Garden
A wonderful quiet garden for people in the know and ideal to sit in on a summer's day. Make sure you also take time to find the entrance to the original crypt, a wonderfully thematic space with tombs dating back hundreds of years.Read more
Why not explore the nearby areas of
barbican,
clerkenwell,
city,
shoreditch,
hoxton,
islington,
spitalfields,
aldgate,
de beauvoir town,
and holborn
Did you know?
"The smallest piece of permanent art in London is at the junction of Philpot Lane and Eastcheap and displays two mice fighting over a piece of cheese. This sculpture remembers the story of two workmen working on the building's construction who fought over a lost piece of cheese, which led to the death of one of the men after falling from the structure."
Leadenhall Market's Grade II listed, 19th century structure feels as if you are stepping back to a more opulent era...
Josh Walsh
The commanding architecture at the heart of London's busiest financial district certainly leaves a lasting impression.
Adrian Jarockyj
Just off Bishopsgate, Middlesex Street leads to charming alleyways that are lined with pubs and shops.
Josh Walsh
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What locals say about EC1Y
Activities near EC1Y
Fiddler On The Roof
A theatrical triumph, the Regents Park Open Air Theatres completely sold-out electrifying Fiddler On The Roof transfers to London this summer in what is set to be the theatre event of 2025. In a strictly limited 8-week season this is a rare opportunity to catch this critically acclaimed production from the powerhouse creative team directed by Jordan Fein (Oklahoma, Young Vic), choreographed by Julia Cheng (Cabaret), designed by Tom Scutt (Winner of the 2024 Tony Award for Cabaret). Its 1905 in the tiny village of Anatevka Tevye, a Jewish milkman, lives his life by their proud traditions. For his five daughters, that means a visit from the matchmaker. As each daughter challenges his beliefs, against the backdrop of a changing world, can Tevye hold on to his roots, or must he bend to the will of his children and learn to embrace the unfamiliar? What is one of the greatest musicals of all time featuring, If I Were A Rich Man, Tradition, Matchmaker and Sunrise, Sunset, this classic musical of joy and community is an exuberant celebration of love and life.Read more
Bashment vs Afrobeats - Shoreditch Bank
The old, the new, the songs youve probably sung in the shower and the songs youve grown up dancing to. Its a vibe, dance, and fun in Londons best venue.Read more
Rhythm of the 90s
The group performs covers of 1990s dance music live.
Kitty Yoga
Take part in a soothing yoga flow session surrounded by adorable kittens, bringing a heartwarming twist to your practice. After a rejuvenating 40-minute stretch, enjoy 20 minutes of relaxation and kitten playtime—perfect for relieving stress and bringing pure happiness. Join us and let the charm of kittens elevate your yoga experience!Read more
Hoopla's Performance End of Course Show
Improv comedy featuring lots of fun people performing improv on stage for the first time ever at the end of their improv course with Hoopla.
Faroese Takeover
Faroe Music Export and Bright Dead Things presents Aggrasoppar, jazzygold and Ragnar Finsson. Come and experience the best music the Faroe Islands has to offer across a whole range of genres. AGGRASOPPAR is a flower-punk/axekiller-pop band from the Faroe Islands, known for their wild, unpredictable live shows that span everything from harsh noise to soft country. JAZZYGOLD writes about life in her 20s, too much partying, too many hangovers. Too many heartaches, panicking and dying your hair red. Being tired of your friends and hoping for new beginnings: Dive into the complex life of a 20-something living her best life. Jazzygold melts RnB and soulpop perfectly while being honest and real and it definitely shows in her voice, lyrics, music, and visuals. RAGNAR FINSSON is a genre-blending artist crafting a distinctive sound that fuses indie, folk, Americana, experimental, and electronic elements. Inspired by Big Thief, Bon Iver, The Band, and José González, Ragnar’s evocative guitar work and quirky pedal effects create a unique sonic identity. Presented by Faroe Music Export and Bright Dead Things This is an 18+ eventRead more
Jack the Ripper Tour
Gift this experience to your loved ones! Click here to check out our gift card. Explore the infamous sites of Jack the Ripper's murders. Walk the same streets as his unfortunate victims in Victorian London. Uncover the truth about slums, poverty, and myths of the 1880s. Jack the Ripper Tour.. Meeting point: Aldgate Street Station. All ticket sales are final and cannot be refunded, exchanged, or otherwise modified. Click here to check out the T&Cs.Read more
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