A walk around places in the City you might recognise (or not) from the silver screen. Visit the impressive sites used in major films, including Harry Potter, Mission Impossible, James Bond, and many more.

On this walk, we will see many historic & modern buildings in the City of London. We’ll look at different architecture styles having regard to the environment and sustainability, from heritage sites to pioneering green tech. Hear about famous architects, past and present, as we explore how the Square Mile preserves its legacy while evolving for a resilient, carbon-neutral tomorrow.

Absorb the fascinating history of ancient Londinium, visiting sites where the Romans lived, worked, and played.

The Barbican is a residential complex of around 2,000 flats, maisonettes, and houses in the City of London. Built on the site destroyed by The Blitz during the World War II, The Barbican Estate is a fascinating development and an icon of Brutalist architecture. Architects were Chamberlain, Powell and Bon. You will find an oasis in the middle of buildings, with gardens and water features.

Chamberlain Powell and Bon, 1970

In 1666, a devastating fire swept through the City of London, destroying 13,200 houses, 87 parish churches, The Royal Exchange, Guildhall and St. Paul's Cathedral. The Fire started on Sunday, 2 September 1666 in Thomas Farriner's bakery in Pudding Lane. Christopher Wren played a major role in rebuilding the City. Join our free walks led by City of London Guides to find out more.

Christopher Wren, 1666