So many of London's architectural landmarks are closely guarded secrets, off-limits to Joe Public. It's tantalising to imagine what goes on behind those closed doors. Well, thanks to the hugely popular London Open House Weekend, we need wonder no more. Almost 700 of the city's buildings - including the Bank of England - take part in this fantastic, free yearly event, now in its 17th year, by opening their doors to everyone. London Open House Weekend offers a wealth of historical landmarks to choose from including some of the most beautiful architectural achievements in the city. You can also get inside some of the grandest private homes in your own neighbourhood - it's a voyeur's dream come true. For the more serious students of contemporary design, this is a chance to visit spaces by famous modern architects. An inspired idea and a real treat whether you're a lover of architecture or just plain nosy. Entry to some of the houses is only permitted via pre-booked tickets acquired through the website www.londonopenhouse.org. You're advised to bring booking confirmation with you.
What's on at
Bank of England Museum
London Open House Weekend 18th September 2010 - 19th September 2010 So many of London's architectural landmarks are closely guarded secrets,...
London Open House Weekend
Bank of England Museum, EC2R 8AH
18th September & 19th September 2010
So many of London's architectural landmarks are closely guarded secrets, off-limits to... More
London Open House Weekend
Various venues across London
18th & 19th September 2010
So many of London's architectural landmarks are closely guarded secrets, off-limits to Joe Public. It's tantalising to imagine... More
Bank of England Museum
Bartholomew Lane, EC2R 8AH
Housed within the Bank of England, this museum traces the history of the bank from its foundation... More
Antony Gormley's wire sculpture Flare II is temporarily suspended from the Geometric Staircase at St Paul's Cathedral adding a modern element to the cathedral's already ...More
With contributions from Surrealists such as Salvador Dali, Marcel Duchamp and Rene Magritte, The Surreal House looks at how the individual house is a place ...More
The Lord Mayor's Show features possibly the most dangerous and amazing of all the public fireworks shows in the capital: river barges are piled ...More
Walk 10 or 20 miles through late night London with exclusive access to iconic buildings with the sixth annual Maggie's and Open House London Hike ...More
Housed in an esteemed former banking hall in the City, this magnificent boutique hotel provides a luxurious sanctuary. The spacious rooms are decorated in a ... More
Mansion House, the Palace of the London Mayor, was originally for the Lord Mayor to represent the City in appropriate style, Sir Crispin Gascoigne was ... More
130-year-old scent emporium with royal warrants.
For a sweet-smelling, sensory overload, Penhaligon’s has to be the place to go. From the original Hammam Bouquet to the ... More
Bounded in by surrounding office buildings, Postman's Park's appeal lies in what it symbolises as much as how it looks. Located just north of St ... More
8 Bishopsgate Churchyard,The City,
London,
EC2MMap
7 minutes walk from London Open House Weekend
Originally built as a Victorian Turkish Bathhouse, this one-storey building stands small next to its neighbouring City sky scrapers. But despite its diminutive one-storey stature, ... More
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So many of London's architectural landmarks are closely guarded secrets, off-limits to Joe Public. It's tantalising to imagine what goes on behind those closed doors. Well, thanks to the hugely popular London Open House Weekend, we need wonder no more. Almost 700 of the city's buildings - including the 
