Location: London
Top Things to do in London
Top 10 Sacred & Religious Sites in London, England
The crown jewels, Buckingham Palace, Camden Market…in London, history collides with art, fashion, food, and good British ale. A perfect day is different for everyone: culture aficionados shouldn't miss the Tate Modern and the Royal Opera House. If you love fashion, Oxford Street has shopping galore. For foodies, cream tea at Harrod’s or crispy fish from a proper chippy offers classic London flavor. Music and book buffs will love seeing Abbey Road and the Sherlock Holmes Museum (at 221B Baker Street, of course).
Restaurants in London
1. St. Etheldreda's
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5.0 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By NJ_Bobcat - Allendale, United States
oldest Catholic chapel in London - many locals come for the 1 p.m. daily Mass, which is open to the public
2. East London Mosque & London Muslim Centre
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5.0 based on 49 reviews
The East London Mosque & London Muslim Centre is in the heart of Tower Hamlets, a diverse borough with a rich history, and home to the UK's largest Muslim community. It is our belief that our primary concern should be to serve the needs of the local community and to work towards the common good. In recent years there have been noticeable improvements in Tower Hamlets in education, health provision, environment, and community cohesion. Our partnerships with Tower Hamlets Council, the local Primary Care Trust, The East London Communities Organisation (TELCO), Tower Hamlets Interfaith Forum, the Metropolitan Police and many others have helped us to contribute towards these improvements. This builds on the very foundation of the mosque: a coming together of distinguished Muslims and non-Muslims to create London's first mosque.
Reviewed By t666hmd - London, United Kingdom
If you’re looking to find out about Islam, or you’re a Muslim and you’re looking for a place to pray, then East London Mosque is the place to be. Beautiful mosque with Soothing Quran recitation! Really amazing and peaceful. This place offers a number of facilities including Sunday classes, schools, evening classes and lots more! Be sure to check this place out.
3. Fitzrovia Chapel
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5.0 based on 24 reviews
Visit, film, exhibit, wonder, marry, celebrate, record, listen, show, dine, be. The Grade II* listed Fitzrovia Chapel, once the chapel of the former Middlesex Hospital and now beautifully preserved and restored, is a stunning hidden gem in the heart of the city. Never consecrated, the nineteenth century chapel is a luminous place to have a secular wedding, display a beautiful object, steep yourself in history and architecture or just sit and reflect.
Reviewed By 227ianc - London, United Kingdom
A hidden gem, now linked to a modern development and with a relaively plain exterior, the highly decorated Byzantine Fitzrovia Chapel, designed by John Loughborough Pearson and his son Frank, originally the Chapel of the Middlesex Hospital is well worth finding, though check the days when it is open The interior architecture is quite astonishing and this week is also home to an exhibition of scorched wood sculptures by leading contemporary artists and designers, curated by Sarah Myerscroft, the dark sculptures contrasting with the gold and marble decoration of the chapel. Not to be missed....
4. London Sri Mahalakshmi Temple
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By VRB17 - Cambridge, United Kingdom
Temple is now completely renovated and a few min walk from the old temple. Best times to visit are sundays mid day. You can do all types of poojas. Most pujaris are tamil but some do speak telugu as well. Leave at least 15-20 min for finding a parking space, 10 min walk to temple. Archana takes around 10-15 min. Buy ticket at the office on the right once you are inside. Definitely recommend.
5. London Sri Murugan Temple
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
6. St. Stephen Walbrook
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4.5 based on 92 reviews
Said to be the most complex and accomplished of Christopher Wren's churches (1672-79), the structure incorporates a large central dome and a cross-in-square plan, which recall the structures of Byzantium.
Reviewed By Escape716563
My Old School extendd the Invitation to all Old Boys to attend the inaugrial Christmas Carol Service in 2018 and, afterwards, mulled wine and hot mince pies! The same service was again held this year, 2019. St.Stephen Walbrook is the MOST beautiful church one could possibly imagine. It is well-worth visiting in its own right, if one finds oneself in London. The congregation sit in concentric circles around the central Altar which, l believe, weighs one ton of solid marble, St.Stephen Walbrook is steeped in history and is one of three in the area to have escaped the Great Fire of London. Close to the Mansion House, this is very much in the Financial District of "The Square Mile". W.G.
7. Westminster Abbey
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4.5 based on 24,153 reviews
Westminster Abbey was initially built by Henry III in 1245 and it is one of the most important Gothic buildings of England. At first home of Benedictine monks, the coronation church since 1066 and the final resting place of 17 monarchs. It contains a treasury full of paintings, stained glass, pavements, textiles, books and various other artefacts plus the most significant collection of monumental sculptures of the UK. The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries in the Abbey's Triforium opened in June 2018. Explore over 1,000 years of history in this truly unique space, high above the Abbey floor.
Reviewed By Aimco1998
First visit to this historic building and I was not disappointed ! The free audio guide is a must brilliant commentary from Jeremy irons provides fascinating insight and history into this incredible building . Stunning architecture and sculptures fill every corner. Parts of the building are not easy accessible narrow passage ways and steps are not easy for anyone with walking difficulties ! Helpful friendly staff and easy distance from Westminster tube station make it a must if you are in London
8. Westminster Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,480 reviews
Admission to the Cathedral is free but donations are gratefully received Tower Lift - £6 adult; £3 concession; £14 family ticket (2 adult and 2 children) If you enter the Cathedral at a quiet moment in the day, don’t imagine that it is always like this. Westminster Cathedral must be one of the busiest churches in the United Kingdom. Located in the heart of London, it is the mother-church of England & Wales. People are drawn to this great edifice from all over London, all over the country and the world. If you are trying to imagine ‘what goes on’ here, consider that there are seven masses each day, many great services of worship on special occasions and unique gatherings of every description which fill the Cathedral to the doors. Westminster Cathedral Choir, justly renowned for consistent excellence, sings at the Solemn Mass each evening - with few exceptions. Even when no public ceremony is taking place, the private prayer of individual believers is a work of faith, continuously in progress. The Cathedral is a sacred space at the heart of a great city, dedicated to the worship of God.
Reviewed By Mooline - Florida, United States
I made three different visits to Westminster Cathedral - one, to tour in a leisurely fashion, a second to re-visit some of the areas of the cathedral where I wanted to have a more immersive experience, and a third time, for Sunday evening Mass. Each time, I was in awe of the structure itself, the intricate architecture, and the more than impressive crucifix that hangs above the entrance to the main altar. The Cathedral is of course steeped in history, and is hone to the bodies of notable Catholic martyrs including St. John Southworth. The sung Mass was an incredible experience with a wonderfully talented young female soloist, a relevant and interesting homily with a touch of humor and a traditional service that enables a deeply spiritual experience. Advice: Arrive early, the main aisles of the Cathedral were full by the time the Mass started.
9. Southwark Cathedral
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4.5 based on 864 reviews
Reviewed By 997briant - London, United Kingdom
If you’re put off by extortionate entry prices, seething masses of visitors, and church volunteers getting on their high horse and on your nelly because you’ve taken a photograph, head to this beautiful cathedral just by London Bridge on the south bank of the Thames. This cathedral is FREE to visit; you’ll find charming and helpful volunteers who will answer your questions but let you see the cathedral in peace and without watching your every move; and, best of all, you can take all the photographs you want for a photo pass which only costs £2.00. Southwark Cathedral may not have the grandeur, history and royal connections that the likes of Westminster Abbey and St Paul’s Cathedral have, but it’s a grand, beautiful and extremely peaceful London cathedral. There’s been a religious structure on this site for over a thousand years, but the present Gothic edifice started to take shape in the early 13th century, and over the ensuing centuries the present structure evolved. The then collegiate parish church of St Saviour only became a cathedral in 1905 when the Church of England Diocese of Southwark was created. It’s an enormous structure in traditional ‘cross’ formation, with soaring vaulted ceilings. Sit still for a few moments and just appreciate the vastness and beauty of the space. There’s lots of little curiosities to see: the tomb of John Gower (poet to King Richard II and Henry IV), the Harvard Chapel, the Pugin Chapel, the magnificent altar screen dating back to 1520, the Nosuch Chest, and the Shakespeare Memorial and Window (Shakespeare lived in Southwark). As mentioned, you can take photographs, but you’ll nee to purchase a photo pass for £2.00 - the photo pass is actually a comprehensive guide to the cathedral. There were quite a few visitors when I visited on a recent Saturday morning, but it was not an oppressive crowd by any means and there was no queueing. Go outside onto the garden area on the southern side of the cathedral to appreciate the grand structure and soaring central tower. A great view of the Shard puts it into perspective. It's a beautiful spot to while away an hour or so, to sit quietly, to pray, or to attend a service. Apart from the photo pass, the only thing which will cost you is use of the toilets (50 pence). Entrance is on the western side of the cathedral, on Montague Close. It's open daily, though times vary, so check the cathedral's website.
10. St. Paul's Church (The Actors' Church)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 167 reviews
Reviewed By durham05 - Durham, United Kingdom
Enjoyed my visit here. You have to really look for the church as it's easy to miss. Inside there are lots of monuments to famous actors, some very recent indeed. Very beautiful and peaceful. Well worth checking out.
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