What's South Bank like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about South Bank, especially its restaurants and riverfront access. Make sure that you enjoy this walkable neighbourhood's great shops. Top places to visit include London Eye. There's plenty more to see, including Royal National Theatre and Southbank Centre.
How to get to South Bank
Flying to:
- London (LCY-London City), 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from South Bank
- Heathrow Airport (LHR), 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from South Bank
- Gatwick Airport (LGW), 24.4 mi (39.2 km) from South Bank
Things to see and do in and around South Bank
What to see in South Bank
- London Bridge
- Southbank Centre
- Royal Festival Hall
- Thames River
- Blackfriars Bridge
Things to do in South Bank
- London Eye
- Royal National Theatre
- London Dungeon
- Sea Life London Aquarium
- Florence Nightingale Museum
Other popular South Bank attractions
- Tate Modern
- Globe Theatre
- Borough Market
- London Bridge City Pier
- HMS Belfast
When is the best time to visit London?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 17°C)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 6°C)
- Rainiest months: October, August, June, November (average 72 mm of rainfall)