48 Hours in London in the City of London, Liverpool Street and Shoreditch

By Jaffer
July 18, 2024
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When staying in our hotel near London Liverpool Street, you’ll find it’s the perfect location for a short weekend or 48 hour stay in the city. As well as offering great transportation connections around the city, you can also enjoy many local attractions without even having to get on the tube or bus. Keep reading as we share the best attractions and places to visit when staying in this area.

 

Enjoy Shoreditch’s Nightlife

If you are visiting London over a weekend, make sure you plan a night out on the town in Shoreditch. This area is home to many of the city’s best bars and nightlife venues, with longer opening hours on Friday and Saturday nights. Shoreditch is just a ten-minute walk from our Great St Helen Hotel near Liverpool Street, so you won’t even have to worry about getting back at the end of your night out. During the daytime, you can also walk around this area to see some of London’s best street art or visit the Sunday Flower Market on Columbia Road.

 

Delicious Dining Near Liverpool Street

Over the past few years, Liverpool Street has had an increase in new restaurant openings. We love stopping by Eataly for an Italian lunch or dinner and to pick up a few snacks for when we are exploring the city. If you’ve always wanted to go inside The Gherkin, you can do this by booking the Helix restaurant or the Iris bar. You’ll enjoy amazing views over the city as they are located so high up. Another fun experience when staying in this area that enjoys great London views is visiting 110 Bishopsgate, Sushi Samba is popular option for anyone who enjoys Japanese food, but make sure you book in advance for a weekend visit.

 

Old Spitalfields Market

Old Spitalfields Market is open every day of the week and is a great spot for both shopping and dining. You’ll be able to enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner here, where you can all choose from various places to eat if your travel party all wants something different. It’s a great place to pick up some souvenirs for your loved ones back home as well. You’ll find the crowds pick up here a lot at the weekend, so try to come during the week or early in the day.

 

Where to Stay for 48 Hours in London

If you want to enjoy the experiences we’ve shared above, we recommend staying at our Great St Helen Hotel. This hotel is located near Liverpool Street Station, which has great links to the London airports and the rest of the UK. The hotel offers all the amenities you’ll need to get a good night of rest, ready to explore more of the local area and make the most of your days in London.

 

Take a look through our site for more inspiration for your next stay in London. Book now to avoid disappointment as the summer months are some of the busiest in the city.

 

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