London South Bank Walk Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
walking route along the South Bank of the Thames River
About London South Bank Walk
The route is about 4 miles (6 km) following paved paths on the riverside, which are usually busy with visitors and those who live and work in London. The path is officially known as "The Queen's Walk", and is part of a much longer Jubilee Walkway. The lamp posts with marine animals that line the walk are colloquially known as "dolphin lamp posts", though they actually depict sturgeons. They are to the design of Victorian architect George John Vulliamy, though the ones on the walk were predominantly installed in the late 20th century. Along the way, you might encounter buskers and street performers of various sorts, playing music, doing magic, or posing in costumes. Put a few coins in their cases if you wish; if you don't carry cash (as is increasingly common nowadays), some also offer elec
London South Bank Walk Travel Guide Sections
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