Guide to London South Bank

In the Borough of Southwark, on the south bank of the River Thames, there is a wealth of museums, galleries, parks, libraries, restaurants, bars and clubs right on the University’s doorstep.

Key highlights

Over 80 restaurants within local area including Indian, Thai, Italian and many more...

Wide variety of cultural attractions including Tate Modern, St Paul’s Cathedral, Brick Lane, London Eye and Big Ben.

St Paul's Cathedral, 2 miles away

Just over 2 hours to Europe by train via the Eurotunnel, including stops in France, Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands.

Over 20 places of worship within South Bank area.

Big Ben. 1.4 miles away

A population of over 300,000 in Borough of Southwark.

There are 7 London Underground train stations within walking distance of the University, meaning you can travel quickly around London.

London is ranked world’s best university city (THE World University Rankings 2017)

Tate Modern, 1.4 miles away

15 cinemas within London South Bank area including Odeon, IMAX and National Theatre.

There is an excellent sports facilities at the University Academy of Sport including fitness suite, training zone, free weights room, sports hall and dance studio. A wide variety of classes and sports are also on offer from dance, martial arts, five-a-side football, netball and basketball.

30 minutes to Westfeld Shopping Centre by train, and the world-famous Oxford Street, Bond Street, Harrods and Mayfair are close by.

Brick Lane Market 2.6 miles

The Sea Life London Aquarium is located on the ground floor of County Hall on the South Bank of the River Thames. There are 1 million annual visitors to London Aquarium.

Keyworth Building, 0.2 miles away