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Waterloo Bridge between Blackfriars Bridge and Hungerford Bridge occupies a great position for some sight seeing with views over Westminster, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben one way; the London Eye, County Hall and the South Bank the other; and St Paul's dome, the Gherkin and the City yet another. The Southbank's BFI is directly under the bridge. Taking cars and foot passengers into Waterloo Station, both the bridge and railway hub are named after the British victory at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. Prior to the present structure there was a granite toll bridge, opened in 1817. The current Portland stone bridge, operational since 1945, was designed by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott - the architect responsible for designing the iconic red telephone boxes and remodelling of Battersea Power Station.
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Plan the perfect year in the capital with our pick of the best events in London 2019. From January to December, every month boasts an impressive line-up of entertainment. So take a look at our guide and be sure not to miss a thing.
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London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel
336-337 The Strand, WC2R | 3 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
A luxurious 5-star hotel situated right in the heart of the city, ME London offers guests a lavish accommodation experience. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide the impeccable guestrooms ... More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel from £78 40% off
372 Strand, WC2R | 3 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
This West End Art Deco hotel right on the Strand and next to Covent Garden is in a fantastic location for accessing central London and theatreland. ... More
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel from £155 41% off
Aldwych, WC2B | 4 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
Positioned between the City's Square Mile and the thriving West End, this grand, Edwardian Hilton hotel welcomes guests with a patisserie and champagne bar in the ... More
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Holborn, London EC4A | 8 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
Once the thriving hub of Britain's newspaper publishing industry, Fleet Street now plays host to some very historic pubs, beautiful old churches and large financial buildings, ... More
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Central London, Westminster, London WC2N | 9 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
Lord Nelson, Britain's greatest military hero, and the mighty lions that surround him, pay testament to the position of Trafalgar Square at the heart of the ... More
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Whitehall, Westminster, London SW1A | 10 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
Horse Guards Parade is the setting for various military ceremonies throughout the year including the Trooping the Colour which marks the Queen's official birthday. At the ... More
Sights and Attractions near Waterloo Bridge
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 1 minute from Waterloo Bridge
Opened on 24th April 2008, the Embankment Galleries at Somerset House offer 750 square metres of exhibition space where the Hermitage Rooms used to be. Exhibitions ... More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Somerset House, Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 1 minute from Waterloo Bridge
Manet's 'Bar at the Folies-Bergeres', Van Gogh's 'Self-Portrait with a Bandaged Ear' and Renoir's 'La Loge' are just a few of the celebrated ... More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
180 The Strand, WC2R | 4 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
A creative space and broadcast studios housed in a Brutalist building, Store Studios, 180 The Strand launched in October 2016 with 'The ... More
London > Events > Theatre Dates: 6th September 2012 to 14th September 2019
Waterloo Bridge, Aldwych, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 3 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
Through the story-telling magic of the songs of ABBA, we meet Donna, a feisty forty-something single mum, who recalls the distant memories of carefree days and ...More
London > Events > Theatre Dates: 14th February to 26th March 2019
Waterloo Bridge, South Bank, SE1 | 4 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
After a sold-out run, Follies, winner of the Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival in 2018, returns to the National Theatre in 2019. Joanna Riding takes ...More
London > Events > Theatre Dates: 8th February to 19th October 2019
Waterloo Bridge, 18-20 Maiden Lane, The Strand, WC2R | 5 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
Transferring from Broadway, the Waitress musical comes to the Adelphi Theatre for its UK premiere in February. The first musical to have an all-female creative team, ...More
London > Entertainment > Arts Centres
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 1 minute from Waterloo Bridge
Somerset House, once the site of a spectacular Tudor palace, now includes a magnificent 18th century art gallery housing celebrated collections belonging to the Courtauld Institute ... More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 3 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
Situated alongside the Savoy Hotel, the building of the current theatre with its Art Deco auditorium, was financed by Richard d'Oyly Carte with the considerable profits ... More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Aldwych, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 3 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
Built in 1905 to form a pair with the near-identical Aldwych Theatre, the Novello Theatre (formerly known as the Strand Theatre) is one of London's more ... More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
38 Tavistock Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 4 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
As British as a bacon buttie, buying your groceries at The Albion Emporium is like getting first dibs on Mrs Beeton's pantry. A bastion of Britishness, ... More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
42 Tavistock Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 4 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
If cupcakes are you cup of tea then head to the Covent Garden outlet of Primrose Bakery, a family owned enterprise which makes the most scrumptious ... More
London > Shopping > Perfume and Cosmetics
41 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 5 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
For a sweet-smelling, sensory overload, Penhaligon's has to be the place to go. From the original Hammam Bouquet to the Winston Churchill's favourite - the Blenheim ... More
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London > Restaurants > French restaurants
Somerset House, The Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 1 minute from Waterloo Bridge
In the evenings, approach this restaurant through the fountained courtyard of Somerset House to get yourself in the mood for a magical meal. The Admiralty is ... More
London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 1 minute from Waterloo Bridge
This cafe can fulfil all your snack requirements while you peruse the exhibits at beautiful 18th century Somerset House.... More
London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
Somerset House, Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 1 minute from Waterloo Bridge
This riverside cafe commands wonderful views of the Thames from outside the 18th-century Somerset House. Large sunshades shield customers from the sun's reflective glare, while cooling ... More
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 1 minute from Waterloo Bridge
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ... More
London > Education > Universities and Colleges
1 Sheffield Street, Holborn, London WC2A | 6 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
The award-winning Saw Swee Hock Student Centre, designed by Irish architects O'Donnell + Tuomey and awarded the RIBA London Building of the Year Award in 2014, ... More
London > Education > Universities and Colleges
24 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, WC2H | 8 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
The London Film School is the oldest-established international school of film technique in the world. The school has contributed significantly to ... More
Leisure near Waterloo Bridge
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Victoria Embankment, Villiers Street, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 6 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
Created in 1874, the Victoria Embankment Gardens run parallel to the River Thames, creating a green walkway between Waterloo Bridge and Embankment, and are dotted with ... More
London > Leisure > Fitness
12 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 6 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
This day spa exclusively for women is a total pampering experience from the minute you step through the door. Located in bustling Covent Garden you'll soon ... More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Upper Ground, South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 7 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
Located between Oxo Tower Wharf and Gabriel's Wharf, Bernie Spain Gardens is a pleasant green space to stop off on a riverside walk along the South ... More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
39 Bow Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 5 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
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Nightlife near Waterloo Bridge
London > Nightlife >
8 Victoria Embankment, WC2R | 1 minute from Waterloo Bridge
Baz Luhrmann meets Cirque du Soleil at Proud Embankment, an immersive cabaret-dining experience and the largest club of its kind in ... More
London > Nightlife > Bars
1 Aldwych, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 3 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
Named one of the top five hotel bars in the world by the Sunday Telegraph, the Lobby Bar at the chic One Aldwych hotel is renowned ... More
London > Nightlife > Wine Bars
26 Wellington Street, WC2E | 4 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
Specialising in sparkling wines Grays & Feather offers an exploration, education and, most importantly, enjoyment - without breaking the bank - of fizz. From the rolling ... More
Meeting venue hire near Waterloo Bridge
London > Business > Venue Hire
Somerset House South Wing Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 1 minute from Waterloo Bridge
Enjoy a luxury cruise on the Silver Fleet. Departing from the Savoy Pier and cruising along the Thames. A classy way to see the Thames.... More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Somerset House, Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 1 minute from Waterloo Bridge
Somerset House, once the site of a spectacular Tudor palace, now includes a magnificent 18th century art gallery housing celebrated collections belonging to the Courtauld Institute Gallery, ... More
London > Business > Venue Hire
8 John Adam Street, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 4 minutes from Waterloo Bridge
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Hotels Near Waterloo Bridge What's On Today Near Waterloo Bridge  Good Grief, Charlie Brown! Celebrating Snoopy And The Enduring Power Of Peanuts Exhibitions | Until 3rd March 2019 Somerset House 1 minute walk from Waterloo Bridge Showing the enduring power of Peanuts, 70 years since Charlie Brown was created, original drawings by Charles M Schulz are ...More  Mamma Mia! Theatre | Until 14th September 2019 Novello Theatre 3 minutes walk from Waterloo Bridge Through the story-telling magic of the songs of ABBA, we meet Donna, a feisty forty-something single mum, who recalls the ...More  The Lion King Theatre | Until 1st June 2019 The Lyceum Theatre 3 minutes walk from Waterloo Bridge The Lion King tells the story of Simba - the epic adventure of his battles, his friendships, his dreams and ...More  Follies Theatre | Until 26th March 2019 National Theatre: Olivier Theatre 4 minutes walk from Waterloo Bridge After a sold-out run, Follies, winner of the Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival in 2018, returns to the National ...More  The Poster Prize for Illustration 2019: London Stories Exhibitions | Until 14th July 2019 London Transport Museum 4 minutes walk from Waterloo Bridge The Poster Prize for Illustration 2019 displays 100 shortlisted competition entries as chosen by an independent panel of judges. Taking ...More  February Half Term: London Transport Museum Kids Events | Until 24th February 2019 London Transport Museum 4 minutes walk from Waterloo Bridge This February half term families visiting the London Transport Museum can learn about the amazing women who keep London moving. ...More  Future Engineers Exhibitions | Until 31st December 2020 London Transport Museum 4 minutes walk from Waterloo Bridge Explore the world of transport engineering in the Future Engineers gallery, a permanent display at the London Transport Museum since ...More  Tina - The Tina Turner Musical Theatre | Until 21st December 2019 Aldwych Theatre 4 minutes walk from Waterloo Bridge Phyllida Lloyd, director of Mamma Mia!, helms a life-affirming musical based on the life of legendary artist Tina Turner, written ...More  Waitress Theatre | Until 19th October 2019 Adelphi Theatre 5 minutes walk from Waterloo Bridge Transferring from Broadway, the Waitress musical comes to the Adelphi Theatre for its UK premiere in February. The first musical ...More  Valentine's Day Onboard Glass Room Seasonal | Until 24th February 2019 Glass Room 5 minutes walk from Waterloo Bridge Set sail on a romantic river dinner date in a Tom Dixon designed dining room this Valentine's, taking in the ...More New on LondonTown Lazinc Attractions Lazinc was first established in 2006 by contemporary art specialist Steve Lazarides....More  Stewart Copeland Lights Up The Orchestra Concerts | On 30th March An orchestral celebration of Stewart Copeland's legendary career, ...More  David Gray Concerts | On 17th March Southbank Centre: Royal Festival Hall Folk rock singer-songwriter and guitarist, David Gray, whose 1998 album White Ladder was the fifth ...More  The Zutons Concerts | On 30th March After nine years apart, Liverpool indie-rock band The Zutons celebrates the 15th anniversary of its ...More David Rodigan & the Outlook Orchestra Concerts | On 12th March After the success of the Royal Festival Hall and Somerset House with the Outlook Orchestra last year, Reggae star and veteran DJ David Rodigan performs Jamaican classics with ...More  Russian Ballet Icons Gala 2019 Dance | On 31st March London Coliseum - English National Opera (ENO) The Russian Ballet Icons Gala, an annual fixture ...More  Uniqlo Tate Late February Exhibitions | On 22nd February Taking place on Friday 22nd, the February Uniqlo Late at Tate Modern celebrates women in ...More V&A Friday Late: Sonic Boom Exhibitions | On 22nd February Victoria and Albert (V & A) Museum The V&A's February Friday Late, Sonic Boom, explores the world of sound and its creation, experience and preservation. Visitors will be able to join a soundscape led tour ...More  Gatsby Brunch Foodie Events | On 23rd February This Saturday, Mayfair restaurant Quaglino's is transporting Londoners back to the 1920s with its Gatsby ...More  Barbican OpenFest: Art 50 Exhibitions | On 23rd February Part of Sky Arts' Art 50, the Barbican is presenting a day of free activities ...More  Vapiano Centre Point Dining Located within the Centre Point development, Vapiano is a pasta place where you top up ...More  Teatulia Dining This Covent Garden tea bar serves single-origin tea, tea-infused cocktails, a library of books and ...More  Barullo Dining Victor Garvey, of award-winning Catalan restaurant Rambla, is behind this fun, colourful Spanish restaurant in ...More London Events 2019 Feature Cate Blanchett comes to the National Theatre in 2019, the Spice Girls reunite and Christian Dior is the Designer of Dreams at the V&A. New musicals are dedicated to Dolly Parton, Pirates and Mary Poppins, ...More 
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