London Guide: Ten Things To Do In Bloomsbury London. Escape the maddening crowds of the West End by heading to the tree-lined serene streets of beautiful Bloomsbury. This area is home to literature, academia, museums and many green public spaces. If you want to relax and soak up the tranquil vibe, read my Ten Things To Do In Bloomsbury London.
Lamb’s Conduit Street: WC1N 3NH
Ten Things To Do In Bloomsbury London List
Best 10 Things To Do In Bloomsbury London
1. Sit yourself down on a bench in one of the public squares
2. Let the kids frolic in Coram’s Fields
3. Discover more about human history, art and culture at the British Museum
4. Celebrate by booking a table at the spectacular London Cabaret Club
5. Shop and stop off for coffee and deli delights on Lamb’s Conduit Street
6. Buy second hand books on Marchmont Street
7. Enjoy pedestrianised Woburn Walk
8. Photographers should visit the Camera Museum and Café
9. Shop, eat and watch a movie at the Brutalist Brunswick Centre
10. Treat yourself to weekend brunch at the Riding House Cafe Bloomsbury
Ten Things To Do In Bloomsbury London Details
Public Squares: This area has an abundance of green spaces which are open to the public. Take your pick from Bloomsbury Square, Russell Square, Bedford Square, Tavistock Square, Gordon Square and Queen Square. Russell Square is the largest, with a popular Italian café.
Russell Square: WC1B 5BG
Coram’s Fields: Take advantage of this large patch of green space in central London spans seven acres. Your kids can enjoy the playground sandpit and pets’ corner while you take it easy and relax on a bench.
Coram’s Fields: 93 Guildford Street, WC1N 1DN
British Museum: With eight million works and artefacts to view, you’ll need to schedule a chunk of time to delve into the British Empire. The surrounding streets have exciting shops to explore selling fossils, contemporary ceramic and tartan clothing. There are plenty of Korean and Japanese eateries in the vicinity. Other museums in Bloomsbury which may be of interest include The Foundling Museum, The Grant Museum of Zoology, Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology and the Museum of Comedy. Anyone with a penchant for underground and avant-garde media should visit The Horse Hospital to see an exhibition or attend an event (they are under threat of closure due to a rent increase, so please show your support). The Dickens Museum is close by should you love this author.
British Museum: Great Russell Street, WC1B 3DG
London Cabaret Club: If you have a celebration there is no better place to book than this club. The current show is Hats, Heels and Horses, a British blast of singing and dancing with some acrobatics. It’s Strictly Come Dancing meets Ascot, so expect slick dance steps and beautiful big hats. Homeboy and I were invited to see this exhilarating show. The production is classy, starring West End pros with original choreography and uplifting music. Combined with a delicious three-course meal, we had a fabulous time. Packages start at £35 and go up to £165. If you spend more, you get a five-course meal and meet the performers. Make sure you book your tickets now; you’ll love it!
London Cabaret Club: Victoria House, Bloomsbury Square, WC1B 4DA
Lamb’s Conduit Street: If you want to browse independent boutiques and men’s fashion stores, you’ll love this picturesque road. You can eat on the street and watch the world go by with delightful delicatessen-style eateries like La Fromagerie, the artisan cheesemonger.
La Fromagerie: 52 Lamb’s Conduit Street, WC1N 3LL
Judd Books and Skoob Books (Brunswick Centre) are both excellent second hand book shops to browse. You should also check out Gays The Word.
Second hand books on Marchmont Street, WC1N 1AB
Woburn Walk: Enjoy pedestrianised Woburn Walk with it’s distinctive shop fronts designed by Thomas Cubitt in 1822. This picturesque setting, feels like a step back into the Regency era, reminiscent of Bridgerton. In fact, in series 3 of Bridgerton, Woburn Walk appears in episodes 3 and 4. You’ll find a cute cafe called Casa Jardim along with bridal wear shops and other independent businesses.
Woburn Walk, London WC1
Camera Museum and Café: This is a fun place to investigate if you’re a keen photographer. Upstairs there is a retro-style café serving toasted panini sandwiches and beverages. For the bargain price of £1, you can go down to the basement and view the small camera exhibition.
Camera Museum and Café: 44 Museum Street, WC1A 1LY
Brunswick Centre: This shopping centre looks out of place because of the concrete brutalist architecture. It houses a large Waitrose along with chain stores and restaurants. The Curzon Cinema has won a BAFTA Award and is considered one of London’s cinematic institutions. If you enjoy reading, locate Skoob Books which has a wide selection of second-hand academic books, particularly Philosophy.
Brunswick Centre: Bernard Street, WC1N 1BS
Riding House Cafe Bloomsbury: Perfect place for weekend brunch with extensive inside dining area along with an alfresco on the concourse of the pedestrianised Brunswick Centre. The menu features malted deep dish pancakes, their ‘full and proper breakfast’ and hollandaise dishes.
Riding House Cafe Bloomsbury: 1 Brunswick Centre, Bernard Street, London WC1N 1AF
Ten Things To Do In Bloomsbury London Information
Bloomsbury is situated in the West End of London (WC1). It has a relaxed feel thanks to the beautiful historic houses and tree-lined streets. It’s a pretty place to walk through if you want to escape the busy roads which border this area. Bloomsbury is associated with literature, arts, medicine and education, home to several Universities and Academic buildings. The Bloomsbury Group of artists associated with Virginia Woolf used to meet up in houses during the 1900s. Bloomsbury Publishing, famous for Harry Potter, is located at Bedford Square.
Fushan Japanese Restaurant: 44 New Oxford Street, WC1A 1ES
Interesting streets to locate beside the ones I’ve already mentioned are Great Russell Street, Little Russel Street, and Museum Street near the British Museum. You will find some quirky shops and a smattering of Korean and Japanese eateries in the vicinity.
Store Street: WC1E 7BT
Store Street is off Tottenham Court Road, which has Store Street Espresso, The Life Goodness Deli and Café Deco, plus other eateries. A relaxed place to wander around is Malet Street near Birkbeck University. Bloomsbury Farmers’ Market is held in Torrington Square on Thursdays from 9 am until 2 pm.
Birkbeck University: Malet Street, WC1E 7HX
You can reach Bloomsbury by travelling to Russell Square, Holborn, Kings Cross, Goodge Street and other stations. Enjoy your visit.
Author: Homegirl London. Photographs: Homegirl London. Thanks: Homeboy, for visiting with me. Disclosure: London Cabaret Club gave us two tickets to view the show with a meal included.
