The Best Things To Do In Liverpool Street

Liverpool Street: full to the brim of caffeinated commuters and tourists whizzing from one place to the next; you’ll have to be prepared to swerve through the stream! Found in the north-eastern corner of the City of London, investment bankers walk around like they’ve just discovered a new shortcut to the stock market - but Liverpool Street’s secret weapon is actually its partnership with the ever-hip neighbour, Shoreditch, giving the whole area an edgy vibe.

Because of this, you’ll find markets dotted all over the place, where you can grab some of the best street food for lunch in Liverpool Street or scour the crafts and shopping stalls to see if you can discover something truly unique. With icons like the Bank of England, the Gherkin, and St. Paul’s Cathedral all within sight, you’ll be soaking in London’s history without even trying. Then there are also the fantastic bars and restaurants in Liverpool Street and Shoreditch, including our small-but-mighty Humble Grape wine bar. Some of the best food places in London are hidden within these streets, so it’s the perfect place to get exploring!

Of course, the huge underground and railway station is one of the reasons Liverpool Street is so well-known - servicing a whopping SIX different TfL lines. We’re talking the Central line, Circle line, Hammersmith and City line, Metropolitan line, Elizabeth line (fancy!) and the Overground. It also has National Rail services for National Express East Anglia railway for those further afield, as well as regular bus services, so you shouldn’t have much trouble reaching the area.

We’ve gathered together our favourite things to do in Liverpool Street for you to reference on your next visit (although we hope our Humble Grape Liverpool Street restaurant and wine bar is already on your radar!).

Humble Grape Wine Bar in Liverpool Street

Tucked away on Devonshire Row, directly opposite Liverpool Street station, you’ll find the magic that is our Humble Grape Liverpool Street restaurant and wine bar. Offering you a welcome place to breathe amongst the hustle and bustle of Bishopsgate, our dog-friendly restaurant in Liverpool Street is perfect for post-work drinks, a date night, or an ideal rest-bite spot for tourists. There is even a private dining room downstairs to host any of your special occasions and a wine shop so you can grab a bottle on your way home from work.

Step into our haven that seamlessly blends modern fittings with the charm of original brickwork. This relaxed atmosphere is a great place for you to unwind and be transported to our wonderful world of sustainable and organic wine. There are over 450 on offer (many of which are lining the walls of our Liverpool Street wine bar!) – spoiled for choice? We like to think of it as spoiled for a good time!

Being a mere stone’s throw away from Liverpool Street station, we’re also easily accessible from Aldgate and Fenchurch Street, so you have no excuses not to visit! Learn more about our Humble Grape Liverpool Street restaurant and wine bar and book a table here.

If you’re curious (and let’s face it, you are!), then let us share some of our favourite things to do in Liverpool Street to really elevate your next trip to the area!

Our top picks for your visit to Liverpool Street

1.     Explore Old Spitalfields Market

You can’t be this close to Old Spitalfields Market and not pay it a visit. There has been a market on this site for over 350 years, with craft stalls, vintage finds, clothing shops, as well as food spots that are the go-to places for lunch in Liverpool Street and Shoreditch.

2.     Visit Leadenhall Market

Another market to add to your list (we told you there were a few!) has to be Leadenhall Market, which has stunning architecture that dates back to the 14th century. It’s the ideal place for delicious places to eat in Liverpool Street, as well as hosting some great shops too!

3.      Walk around Brick Lane

Brick Lane is renowned for its vibrancy, with a food market, international restaurants, vintage shops, and colourful street art. It’s one of the best things to do in Liverpool Street and Shoreditch to while away the hours before your dinner reservation at Humble Grape!

4.     Get competitive at Hijingo Bingo

For interesting and unique things to do in Liverpool Street, look no further than Hijingo Bingo, which is a multi-sensory experience, combining live entertainment with stadium-grade lighting, groundbreaking sonic effects and motion graphics. It’s a great post-dinner activity after visiting one of the restaurants in Liverpool Street.

5.     Enjoy the views at Sky Garden

London’s highest public garden with 360-degree views of the city’s skyline, Sky Garden hosts events, such as yoga classes, live bands, and DJ nights. It’s free to visit, but spaces are limited, so make sure you book far in advance.

6.     Try one of Liverpool Street’s bars, such as The Mayor of Scaredy Cat Town, The Breakfast Club Spitalfields

This secret cocktail bar in Liverpool Street serves delicious cocktails in a small, dimly lit basement, and the entrance is hidden behind a Smeg fridge door in The Breakfast Club restaurant in Spitalfields to give you a real Chronicles of Narnia experience!

7.     Visit The Gherkin

For things to do in Liverpool Street, you have to visit one of the most recognised pieces of architecture in London. The Gherkin, formally 30 St Mary Axe, is a visual spectacle and only 5 minutes away from our Humble Grape Liverpool Street wine bar, so you’ll easily be able to see it before or after your dinner reservation with us.

8.     Take a tour of the street art in Shoreditch

Wander around the streets of Shoreditch on either a guided or self-guided tour to see the incredible street art that covers many of the walls. This is one of the best things to do in Shoreditch and a great way to get familiar with the area before trying one of the restaurants in Liverpool Street.

9.     Visit St Botolph’s Church

Across the main road from our Humble Grape Liverpool Street wine bar, you’ll find St Botolph’s Church, which has an extensive history and offers a serene escape with its elegant architecture and peaceful atmosphere. This church is not only a place of worship, but also hosts classical music concerts and cultural events, offering some great things to do in Liverpool Street while you’re visiting.

10.  Learn about the Bank of England at the Bank of England Museum

Learn about the UK’s central bank at their free museum, which shares over 1,500 years of the Bank of England’s history. This is one of the best things to do in Liverpool Street to learn about its significance as a financial hub.