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Sightseeing
The Jack the Ripper Museum is a museum and tourist attraction that opened in August 2015 in Cable Street, London. It recreates the East end of London setting in which the unsolved Jack the Ripper murders took place in 1888, and exhibits some original artefacts from the period as well as waxwork recreations of crime scenes and sets.
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Jack the Ripper Museum
12 AldgateThe Jack the Ripper Museum is a museum and tourist attraction that opened in August 2015 in Cable Street, London. It recreates the East end of London setting in which the unsolved Jack the Ripper murders took place in 1888, and exhibits some original artefacts from the period as well as waxwork recreations of crime scenes and sets.
The Whitechapel Gallery. It was opened as a public gallery in 1901 and has been going strong ever since.
Even though it still has a local focus, it is one of London’s most important cultural institutions.
The gallery has quite a few rooms over several floors and it uses them to show a variety of exhibitions.
What I love about it so much is that it encourages local artists and artists from disadvantaged backgrounds – but also has some big names on display sometimes.
Entry to the Whitechapel Gallery is free and it’s easy to spend an hour or so here.
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Whitechapel Gallery
77-82 Whitechapel High StThe Whitechapel Gallery. It was opened as a public gallery in 1901 and has been going strong ever since.
Even though it still has a local focus, it is one of London’s most important cultural institutions.
The gallery has quite a few rooms over several floors and it uses them to show a variety of exhibitions.
What I love about it so much is that it encourages local artists and artists from disadvantaged backgrounds – but also has some big names on display sometimes.
Entry to the Whitechapel Gallery is free and it’s easy to spend an hour or so here.
Another one of the best things to do in Whitechapel has to be seeing (or visiting) the East London mosque. East London mosque is integral to the makeup of Whitechapel and is a reminder of how beautifully diverse this area is. Each day, you can hear the call to prayer and it’s something that is so beautiful to hear. I used to live close by and loved it.
Top tip: Check out their website to find particular open days where you can tour the mosque and learn more about its history within Whitechapel.
9 locals recommend
East London Mosque & London Muslim Centre
82-92 Whitechapel RdAnother one of the best things to do in Whitechapel has to be seeing (or visiting) the East London mosque. East London mosque is integral to the makeup of Whitechapel and is a reminder of how beautifully diverse this area is. Each day, you can hear the call to prayer and it’s something that is so beautiful to hear. I used to live close by and loved it.
Top tip: Check out their website to find particular open days where you can tour the mosque and learn more about its history within Whitechapel.
entertainment
Step back in time and experience one of the original Jack the Ripper Tours that happen most evenings in Whitechapel. Join forces with a Victorian police force and members of the Victorian London to try and solve one of the most infamous serial killer cases in London’s history. Though, if I’m honest, there’s a fat chance you’ll get any luck in catching the perpetrator now!
Top tip: Book online, as certain dates fill up fast, especially around weekends and holiday periods.
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Jack the Ripper Walk
Commercial StreetStep back in time and experience one of the original Jack the Ripper Tours that happen most evenings in Whitechapel. Join forces with a Victorian police force and members of the Victorian London to try and solve one of the most infamous serial killer cases in London’s history. Though, if I’m honest, there’s a fat chance you’ll get any luck in catching the perpetrator now!
Top tip: Book online, as certain dates fill up fast, especially around weekends and holiday periods.
Food scene
Over the last 10 years or so, the Old Truman Brewery on Brick Lane has been transformed with an eclectic mix of vintage stores, microbreweries and delicious wine pop-ups that’ll keep you deliciously merry all evening! Take a wander through it’s many unique stalls and eat, drink and explore everything in sight!
It’s the perfect place to explore on a lazy weekend trip and easily up there as one of the best things to do in Whitechapel.
Top tip: Visit first thing in the morning or last thing in the afternoon (before or after the crowds).
42 locals recommend
The Truman Brewery
91 Brick LnOver the last 10 years or so, the Old Truman Brewery on Brick Lane has been transformed with an eclectic mix of vintage stores, microbreweries and delicious wine pop-ups that’ll keep you deliciously merry all evening! Take a wander through it’s many unique stalls and eat, drink and explore everything in sight!
It’s the perfect place to explore on a lazy weekend trip and easily up there as one of the best things to do in Whitechapel.
Top tip: Visit first thing in the morning or last thing in the afternoon (before or after the crowds).
Mentioned in TripAdvisor's "9 best things to do in Whitechapel London"
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Pizza Union
246-250 Pentonville RdMentioned in TripAdvisor's "9 best things to do in Whitechapel London"
shopping
If it’s a vintage market you’re after, filled with; crafts, antiques and everything else under the sun, then pop over to Spitalfields Market. Now, yeah, I hear you… it’s not technically Whitechapel but it’s an easy walk and a great place to stop when you’re this side of London.
Take a wander around all the stalls, look for some goodies but don’t be surprised if you can’t find any bargains. It’s much more ‘fashionable’ than ‘flea’ market.
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Spitalfields Market
65 Brushfield StIf it’s a vintage market you’re after, filled with; crafts, antiques and everything else under the sun, then pop over to Spitalfields Market. Now, yeah, I hear you… it’s not technically Whitechapel but it’s an easy walk and a great place to stop when you’re this side of London.
Take a wander around all the stalls, look for some goodies but don’t be surprised if you can’t find any bargains. It’s much more ‘fashionable’ than ‘flea’ market.
Neighbourhoods
Whitechapel is a vibrant, multicultural district in the East End, with many traditional pubs and curry houses, and the lively Whitechapel Market, a focal point for Asian food, discount fashion, and homewares. The cobblestone alleys here are the setting for guided walks about the 1800s Jack the Ripper murders, while the trendy Whitechapel Gallery hosts contemporary art exhibitions and film screenings.
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Whitechapel
Whitechapel is a vibrant, multicultural district in the East End, with many traditional pubs and curry houses, and the lively Whitechapel Market, a focal point for Asian food, discount fashion, and homewares. The cobblestone alleys here are the setting for guided walks about the 1800s Jack the Ripper murders, while the trendy Whitechapel Gallery hosts contemporary art exhibitions and film screenings.
Shoreditch is an arty area adjacent to the equally hip neighborhood of Hoxton. Young creatives and trendsetters fill the fashionable clubs and bars that surround Shoreditch High Street, Great Eastern Street, and Old Street, while an eclectic dining scene features everything from trendy chain restaurants and smart gastropubs to artisan coffee shops and noodle bars. Vintage and design shops are plentiful
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Shoreditch
Shoreditch is an arty area adjacent to the equally hip neighborhood of Hoxton. Young creatives and trendsetters fill the fashionable clubs and bars that surround Shoreditch High Street, Great Eastern Street, and Old Street, while an eclectic dining scene features everything from trendy chain restaurants and smart gastropubs to artisan coffee shops and noodle bars. Vintage and design shops are plentiful
Traveler advice
Getting around
Aldgate East Station Hammersmith & City line
Aldgate East is a London Underground station on Whitechapel High Street in Whitechapel.
Quickest transport link into central London
Getting around
Whitechapel Station
Whitechapel is a London Underground and London Overground station located on Whitechapel Road and Durward Street in the Whitechapel area of London, United Kingdom. The station is located behind a street market of the same name and opposite the Royal London Hospital.