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Open House London, over 800 buildings are open for free during the event. Remember to book early.

 

Some buildings require advance reservations and some have a lottery system for visitation. If reservations are full, access may be restricted.

 

For official information, building details, opening times, and advance reservations, visit the Open House London website. (Note: The website updates closer to the event date for specific information. However, volunteers can register in advance.)

：https://openhouselondon.open-city.org.uk 

During the Open House London event, there will be over 800 buildings open to the public for free.

 

To provide a comprehensive understanding of the history, culture, and more about each building, the official Open House London Guide has been created. It is a beautifully designed guidebook, as shown in the image below. You can purchase it, allowing you to have a more visual and informative experience while exploring the buildings. It can also serve as a keepsake for your collection.

There are various ways to explore the buildings, such as organizing your visits based on their location, construction period, and architectural type. However, due to the large number of buildings, it is impossible to visit all of them in just two days. It is advisable to plan ahead and focus on a few iconic buildings or those that personally interest you. I recommend categorizing your visits based on architectural types, and consider exploring buildings that are typically inaccessible, like government institutions or particularly valuable art galleries.

 

Please note that there will be a significant number of people attending the event. Remember to plan ahead, arrive early, and choose buildings that are usually not freely accessible or rarely open to the public. Some open buildings require prior reservations. You can log in to the official website of Open House London, select the buildings you wish to visit, and check if reservations are required. The website will also provide building introductions and addresses.

 

There are a total of 47 categories based on architectural types：

1，architectural practice

2，art in the public realm

3，art studio

4，bridge

5，cemetery

6，cinema

7，civic

8，club

9，community/cultural

10，concert/performance space

11，education

12，embassy/high commission

13，entertainment

14，gallery

15，garden

16，government

17，health

18，historical house

19，hostel

20，hotel

21，housing

22，industrial

23，infrastructure/engineering

24，institution/profession

25，legal

26，library

27，livery hall

28，media

29，military

30，miscellaneous

31，mixed use

32，monument

33，museum

34，offices

35，open site

36，palace

37，public realm/landscape

38，recreational

39，religious

40，residence

41，restaurant/bar

42，retail

43，scientific

44，sport

45，theatre

46，transport

47，walk/tour

You are sending and receiving too many words in a short period of time。

10 Downing Street

 

Address: 10 Downing Street, SW1A 2AA

 

Visiting requires filling out an application form and entering a lottery.

 

Since 1735, 10 Downing Street has been the official residence of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Behind this famous black door, the most significant decisions influencing the country have been made for the past 277 years.

BT Tower

 

Address: 45 Maple Street, W1T 4BG

 

Visiting requires filling out an application form and entering a lottery.

 

The BT Tower in London has been an enduring and distinctive landmark for the past 53 years. For the public, this is a rare opportunity to visit the famous rotating floor located 1.58 meters above London's skyline.

The View from The Shard

 

Address: Joiner Street, SE1 9EX

 

Visiting requires filling out an application form and entering a lottery.

 

The highest point of the building reaches the 72nd floor, featuring an open-air viewing platform situated 800 feet/244 meters above the ground. Guests are surrounded by glass shards, creating the pinnacle of the structure, where they can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding natural environment.

City Hall

address：The Queen's Walk, More London Estate, SE1 2AA

Foreign & Commonwealth Office

address：King Charles Street, SW1A 2AH

HM Treasury

address：1 Horse Guards Road, SW1A 2HQ

The Banqueting House

address：Whitehall, SW1A 2ER

Lloyd's Register Group

address：71 Fenchurch Street, EC3M 4BS

Ten Rise Meow Reminder: There is a free app available for download for Open House London, but currently, it is still the 2018 version. The 2023 version will be updated starting from August 20th. The app will provide information on the distance of buildings from your location, their opening times, descriptions, and more. Remember to bring your identification documents, as some places may conduct security checks.

Open House London is not only an opportunity for visitors to explore, but if you are interested, you can also join as a volunteer. Being a volunteer not only allows you to visit buildings but also provides a meaningful learning experience. It is necessary to register and apply as a volunteer in advance.

 

Volunteers primarily serve as guides, assisting visitors by answering questions and providing information about the buildings, among other tasks. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer for Open House London, please use the following link to apply (please register in advance):：https://programme.openhouse.org.uk/take-part/volunteer

Lastly, this is a rare annual opportunity, and I recommend everyone to plan their itinerary in advance, including building locations, transportation routes, and opening hours. If you have sufficient time, I suggest applying to become a volunteer. You will have the chance to meet fellow volunteers from different parts of the world and, while helping others, you may discover unexpected experiences and perspectives that enrich your own journey of life.

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