Visit Southwark

Find out more about Southwark’s strategy for promoting tourism to Southwark.

Bankside Development

The regeneration of the Tate Modern and surrounding area of Bankside has had a huge effect on the area. Not only does the area look different but it has created employment opportunities, brought income into the area and has attracted huge numbers of visitors.

How Southwark is Promoted

Press, trade shows, leaflets,and websites (like this one!) are all tools we’ve been using to promote Southwark as a destination. Find out more here.

New Developments

It’s an exciting time for developments in Southwark. Elepant & Castle, Canada Water, Bermondsey Square and London Bridge Tower are all under redevelopment. Find out more here.

Role and Objectives of Southwark’s Tourism Unit

Southwark Council’s Tourism Unit is part of the Environment and Housing department and has been since 2005. Previously Tourism fell under Regeneration. Tourism works very closely with Environment and Housing on events, visitor management, crime, and rubbish collection.

Tourism Budget

The work of the tourism team is funded and supported by council funding, Cross River Partnership and the LDA via Visit London.

Tourism Facts and Figures

Statistics on who's visiting Southwark and how much they're spending.