With the City of London just a stone’s throw away and Shoreditch on the doorstep, Whitechapel is still diverse enough to keep things interesting. There’s a lot on offer with a good mix of newcomers and a solid selection of well established neighbourhood staples to choose from. From the famous Indian restaurants to the local art scene, and everything in-between, there’s a lot to discover in this edgy and unrefined part of town.
The Gallery is a touchstone for contemporary art internationally, plays a central role in London’s cultural landscape and is pivotal to the continued growth of the world’s most vibrant contemporary art quarter. The Café/Bar is a good place to grab a coffee and check your emails (free Wi-Fi) before exploring the exhibitions. Check out the bookshop too, managed by Walther Koenig Books Ltd - it offers a wide range of titles on modern and contemporary art, photography, architecture and art theory.
