Barbican - Art & Architecture Walk

Walk preview

Step 1: Start your Womble at Barbican Station head up the steps and turn left onto Aldersgate Street.

Step 2: Turn into Carthusian Street, there’s a lovely pub here pop inside if you fancy starting with a drink.

Step 3: Head into Charterhouse Square …

Step 4: Here we have Florin Court a Grade 2 Listed apartment block that you may recognise as the fictional residence of Hercule Poirot,

Step 5: Head into the Park. There’s a beautiful Pagoda here that looks great in all seasons.

Step 6: Take a stroll through the park, can you spot any snakes on the benches?

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Walk Barbican to St Paul's
City of London, London
- 25 minutes / 1.4km
- 94
Walk the scenic route between the Barbican & St Paul's, avoiding busy stations and pollution. See the iconic Postman's Park en route!
The Brutalist Barbican
Barbican, London
- 30 minutes / 1.2km
- 137
Get lost in the the truly amazing buildings of the Barbican estate.
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- 35 minutes / 2.4km
- 103
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TfL20 Farringdon Circular
Farringdon, London
- 20 minutes / 1.4km
- 105
A nice, easy nature-filled jaunt around the historic streets of Clerkenwell. Lovely hidden gems en route. Keep your eyes peeled.
History in the City
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- 1hr 40m / 4.5km
- 168
Join on this walk through The City, which explores some historic buildings and some lovely green spaces as well.
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- 2hr 30m / 3.1km
- 29
A history trail and Blue Plaque Hunt around the City of London.