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Famous for being the legal quarter of Central London, Holborn is an esteemed and reputable area. But it\u2019s far more than just legal buildings and offices, it\u2019s perfect for a day out! From leafy green parks and museums<\/a> to the Royal Courts of Justice, cafes, diamond boutiques, and historical pubs<\/a>, Holborn offers a whole host of things to do.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Where is Holborn?<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Located only a short walk from Covent Garden<\/a> and the West End, Holborn is easily accessible via transport. Multiple bus lines run through the area, and the Holborn Tube Station is served by the Central and Piccadilly lines.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Holborn’s History<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Starting with the parish of St. Andrew Holborn and its subsequent subdivisions, Holborn has a rich and interesting history. The area evolved as a medieval suburb of the City of London with houses becoming more grandeur over time. Home to two of the four Inns of Court \u2013 Gray\u2019s Inn and Lincoln\u2019s Inn \u2013 these prestigious legal institutions played an important role in the district\u2019s history.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

During the mid-1860s, the eastern part of Holborn underwent significant changes. Houses were demolished to create room for the Holborn Viaduct \u2013 which was inaugurated in 1869 by Queen Victoria.\u00a0 In the centuries since, the area has seen progressive redevelopment with office buildings filling the landscape.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Things to do in Holborn<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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There is plenty to keep you entertained in Holborn!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Sir John Soane’s Museum<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Responsible for some of the city’s most recognisable buildings, Sir John Soane was one of the 19th-century’s most renowned architects. Sir John Soane\u2019s Museum<\/a> is his former home and the place where he stored objects, antiques, and paintings by Turner and Canaletto. Walk through the house and enjoy the packed rooms filled with extraordinary and interesting items.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Charles Dickens Museum<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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The Charles Dickens Museum<\/a> is an unassuming house located at 48 Doughty Street. It is also the place where Britain\u2019s greatest writer wrote Oliver Twist, The Pickwick Papers, and Nicholas Nickleby. Sitting among the streets that helped shape many of his works, the house captures the life and legacy of Dickens and is a must-see for all literary lovers. \u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Lincoln’s Inn Fields<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Opposite Sir John Soane\u2019s Museum, Lincoln\u2019s Inn Fields is London\u2019s largest public square and a popular place to enjoy a stroll. Laid out in the 1630s, the grounds were private property until 1895. Since then, countless Londoners and visitors have taken advantage of the stunning grassed area. Containing a bandstand, and court for tennis and netball, it\u2019s thought that cricket was often played there during the 18th<\/sup> century. \u00a0Nowadays, you can enjoy the fleeting London sunshine with a coffee in hand.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Gray’s Inn<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The buildings in this area are offices for law firms and headquarters for associations that grant licenses to barristers and judges. With small green spaces, leafy trees and stunning architecture, it\u2019s a wonderful place to walk on a warm summer\u2019s day.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The Hunterian Museum<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Named after the 18th<\/sup>-century surgeon and anatomist John Hunter, The Hunterian Museum<\/a> is a captivating showcase of more than 2,000 anatomical preparations from Hunter\u2019s original collection. It also houses instruments, equipment, models, paintings and archive material, all of which trace the history of surgery from ancient times to the present. And not for the faint of heart, the museum has England\u2019s largest public display of human anatomy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Interested in seeing Holborn from the convenience of an Open Top Bus? Golden Tours has you sorted with our Hop-On Hop-Off Bus tours<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Filled with stunning buildings, leafy parks, museums, great pubs, and so much more, Holborn is a quaint area of London with plenty on offer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":24,"featured_media":13952,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[704],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-13950","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-local-knowledge"],"yoast_head":"\nBest Things To Do in Holborn, London | Golden Tours<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you find yourself looking for things to do in Holborn, look no further! 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