Best Things to Do in Clerkenwell (2026): More Than the Postcard Stuff

Clerkenwell is good for lunch spots that empty out at 3pm, and the things to do people save most are Sessions Arts Club, 3RD GENERATION - Male Grooming and Zaha Hadid Gallery. Ranked from 10 places we track here, creator picks first.

Things to Do in Clerkenwell

Updated · 10 places we track in Clerkenwell, all first recorded in March 2026

Clerkenwell runs on a weekday rhythm. It fills at lunch, empties by mid afternoon and does something quieter in the evening, which means the same restaurant can feel like two different places depending when you turn up.

How we chose

We track 10 places in Clerkenwell filed under things to do. The rest runs on a broader popularity signal from our wider place index, so the tail of this list moves less than the top does. Last added to in March 2026.

Ranked things to do in Clerkenwell

Sessions Arts Club, Clerkenwell, landmark

Sessions Arts Club

Landmark · Clerkenwell

Classy spot in London where you can enjoy global cuisine while catching live art performances.

3RD GENERATION - Male Grooming, Clerkenwell, experience

3RD GENERATION - Male Grooming

Experience · Clerkenwell

Grab a sharp haircut and exceptional coffee at this London spot where barber meets cafe culture.

Zaha Hadid Gallery, Clerkenwell, landmark

Zaha Hadid Gallery

Landmark · Clerkenwell

Stunning gallery space featuring bold, futuristic architecture and cutting-edge design collections that inspire.

The Charterhouse, Clerkenwell, landmark

The Charterhouse

Landmark · Clerkenwell

Medieval almshouse tucked away with tranquil gardens and centuries of quiet history.

Fidelio, Clerkenwell, landmark

Fidelio

Landmark · Clerkenwell

Perched on a London pier, this elegant seafood restaurant serves inventive dishes in a sophisticated setting.

Leather Lane Market, Clerkenwell, experience

Leather Lane Market

Experience · Clerkenwell

Weekday street market buzzing with fresh produce, vintage finds, and street food stalls.

Sadler's Wells Theatre, Clerkenwell, landmark

Sadler's Wells Theatre

Landmark · Clerkenwell

London venue where classical elegance meets contemporary dance innovation on stage nightly.

BEERS London, Clerkenwell, landmark

BEERS London

Landmark · Clerkenwell

Gallery celebrating contemporary artists from experimental newcomers to seasoned creators.

Root Hair Salon, Clerkenwell, experience

Root Hair Salon

Experience · Clerkenwell

Root Hair Salon offers a laid-back atmosphere where you can unwind while getting your hair done in London.

St Luke's Garden, Islington, Clerkenwell, landmark

St Luke's Garden, Islington

Landmark · Clerkenwell

Hidden behind city streets, this tranquil garden offers a quiet escape with character and history.

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Where this data comes from

Spillist pulls places out of TikToks and Reels and keeps track of what people save. The counts on this page cover the 10 places we hold in the Clerkenwell neighbourhood. Spot something wrong or closed? Tell us.

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