Things to do

The HammersmithLondon Roof Garden at the Lyric

The HammersmithLondon Roof Garden at the Lyric is an urban oasis in the heart of Hammersmith. Access through the Lyric box office on Lyric Square.

The Lyric Hammersmith

The Lyric Hammersmith has an exciting theatre programme from experimental to classical and musical, with major children's productions. More

HMV Hammersmith Apollo

A major London entertainment and concert venue built in 1932. This beautiful art deco interior has seen all the greats perform froM Queen, David Bowie, Bob Marley to Kylie and Kings of Leon. More

Lyric Square

Trams and trolleybuses ran down what is now the lovely pedestrianised Lyric Square. This open public space in the heart of bustling Hammersmith has always been a perfect place to people watch. Sit in one of the surrounding cafes and enjoy the fountain, farmers' market or other events throughout the year.

William Morris Society Museum

William Morris, the renowned Victorian interior designer called Hammersmith the "prettiest part of London". Kelmscott House, where Morris spent his last 18 years, now houses a small but free museum with original Arts & Crafts designs, textiles and printing press. Limited opening hours. More

The River

From corporate Hammersmith to the rural Thames in five minutes. Relax in Furnivall Gardens near Hammersmith Bridge and enjoy the fine view, or refresh yourself at the many historic riverside pubs with balconies and terraces overlooking the water.

Riverside Studios

World renowned arts and media centre in an old water pump factory turned BBC recording studios! An exciting venue featuring experimental theatre and international films with a good bar and lively restaurant. Outdoor terrace overlooking the river with great views of Hammersmith Bridge. More

Kurdish Museum

The first museum of Kurdish heritage in the world, its collection consists of more than 500 items of Kurdish handiwork. open daily 10.00am to 6.00pm. More

The Irish Cultural Centre

London's premier centre for Irish arts and music. It serve great Guinness in uits bar and stages an exciting concert line-up every Saturday night, with Ireland's best bands and musicians. More

The Polish Centre

Hammersmith is a centre for London's long-established Polish community. The Polish Social and Cultural Association in King Street offers members and non-members Polish dance plays and cabaret, polish cinema, a library service and a high quality restaurant. 238-246 King Street, W6 ORF