History in the City

Walks, England, Greater London, City of London
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History in the City

St Paul’s, London

by lcharleson

  • 1hr 40m / 4.5km
  • 168

Join on this walk through The City, which explores some historic buildings and some lovely green spaces as well.

  • Public transport
  • History
  • Great views
  • Paid-for attraction
  • Water feature
  • Refreshments

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  1. Exit out of St Paul’s tube station.

    Step 1: Exit out of St Paul’s tube station.

  2. Take the right onto Gresham Street.

    Step 2: Take the right onto Gresham Street.

  3. A great spot to relax at the Churchyard of St John Zachary.

    Step 3: A great spot to relax at the Churchyard of St John Zachary.

  4. Cross the road onto Foster Lane.

    Step 4: Cross the road onto Foster Lane.

  5. Here is Goldsmiths’ Hall which opened in 1835. It is the home of The Goldsmith’s Company.

    Step 5: Here is Goldsmiths’ Hall which opened in 1835. It is the home of The Goldsmith’s Company.

  6. Step 6: The Goldsmith’s Company is one of the Twelve Great Livery Companies of the city. It received its first royal charter in 1327.

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