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Summer in the City
Grab your sunglasses and get ready for a season of rediscoveries!

Summer in the City

This summer, enjoy a sparkling season and revisit what you think you know about the City of London.

From vibrant rooftops sessions with friends and colleagues, to quiet green spaces with your family, or just to enjoy your lunchtime, the Square Mile invites you to a summer of rediscovery.

Think of live music under Victorian arcades, walking tours for architecture and history enthusiasts, after work DJ sets, artist-led talks, culturally pioneering exhibitions, and the latest café or bar to experience for yourself!

And to make everything easier, all roads (or almost) lead to the City. The Square Mile is one of the best connected areas of London.

From the Barbican Centre to St Paul's Cathedral, from Tower Bridge to the Gherkin, be prepared for a season that will change your views on the City of London.

Which experience will be your next adventure in the City of London?

Find the best viewpoints in the City

Want to elevate your regular dinner and drinks to something on another level?

It’s not all about staying grounded – the City’s skyscrapers reach new heights when it comes to drinking or dining with a view.

The Square Mile is home to the best views over the River Thames and London, whether you're looking for a panoramic viewpoint, a place for a drink in style, a restaurant in the sky, or all of these things at once.

Follow our guide to the best City rooftops

Unmissable experiences this summer in the City of London

The Andaz Brunch Paradiso
Enjoy limitless brunch at Rake’s Café Bar with crafted cocktails, gourmet bites, and DJ-curated Disco, House, and Balearic beats for the ultimate Saturday escape.
03.05.2025 27.06.2026
Escape Arcade™
Enigma Quests venue is home to Escape Arcade™, a brand-new concept that recreates the individual challenges of an escape room in a casual, yet competitive atmosphere.
01.07.2025 01.07.2026
Green Stripes, Mango, Eja Kika, and Chili in the City by Lorenzo Vitturi
Encounter a striking new public artwork by artist Lorenzo Vitturi at 100 Bishopsgate 
28.07.2025 31.07.2026
Guildhall Art Gallery Tours
Free introductory tours, conducted by Guildhall Art Gallery’s team of City Guides, are available every day, from Tuesday to Sunday.
02.09.2025 30.06.2026
Building the Bank – 100 years on
Step inside the story of one of London’s most iconic buildings.
17.09.2025 31.03.2027
Afternoon Tea at CORD
CORD’s Café Afternoon Tea brings together British tradition and French pastry expertise, with every bite handmade by Le Cordon Bleu Master Chefs.
01.01.2026 31.12.2026
Cheapside Run Club
Join the Cheapside Run Club every Wednesday at 6pm for a free, social 5k run through iconic City of London landmarks.
01.01.2026 31.12.2026
The Magic of Afternoon Tea
Experience a spellbinding afternoon tea inspired by myths and magic. Indulge in enchanting sweets, savory delights, and whimsical drinks, including cocktails, artisanal teas, or Champagne. A magical treat for all ages!
01.01.2026 31.12.2026
Lunchtime Talks at The London Centre
Join a free lunchtime talk every Friday at The London Centre to learn about London’s historical and physical development.
09.01.2026 18.12.2026
Friday Night Lights – Run with a View
A a run club that brings together the local community for an energising evening of movement, music, and stunning city views.
16.01.2026 17.07.2026

Walking tours in the City of London

Founded by the Romans, the City is the birthplace of London, with 2,000 years of history and tradition.

With a unique blend of heritage and contemporary architecture, you will find guided walking tours and self-guided trails for all around the Square Mile.

Pick up a free map at the City Information Centre or sign up for a guided tour now!

Find walking tours and self-guided trails

Looking for the perfect viewpoint in London? Follow our guide to the best rooftops in the City of London.

Find the best City rooftops

Discover more events this summer in the City

A London Lark Rising – Immersive Walking Play Featured
Join a dramatised walking tour of the City of London revealing the history of The East India Company in London from 1599 onwards
13.06.2026 19.07.2026
Guided Tour of the Old Bailey
The Central Criminal Court of England and Wales, known the world over as the 'Old Bailey', is opening its doors to the public for out of hours guided tours.
21.03.2026 25.07.2026
(Extra)ordinary: an exhibition by Darcey Fleming
Darcey Fleming presents (Extra)ordinary, her first solo exhibition and a newly commissioned installation for the reception at 99 Bishopsgate.
30.03.2026 31.07.2026
London Festival of Architecture 2026 – in the City
Explore this year's theme of Belonging through activations, installations, events, tours and more across the Square Mile.
01.06.2026 30.06.2026
Places and Paint – Rowan Moore in Conversation with Jock McFadyen
Join Rowan Moore and Jock McFadyen for a talk exploring the relationship between place and paint in McFadyen’s work.
30.06.2026
City Beerfest
City Beerfest is back on 2 July! Delicious beers, mouth-watering street food and live music at historic Guildhall Yard.
02.07.2026
Second Saturday – Family activities at Guildhall Art Gallery in July
A revolving programme of family activities may have you heading into the Roman Amphitheatre and hearing tales of Roman conquests, or creating crafts from the Victorian paintings surrounding you.
11.07.2026
Sheep Drive and Livery Fair
A long-established charity event, celebrating a Freeman’s ancient “right” to bring sheep to market over the Thames, toll free; all in aid of raising funds for The Woolmen Charity and The Lord Mayor’s Appeal.
27.09.2026