A Tranquil Oasis in the Heart of London: National Theatre Garden Terrace

Getting There

• Tube

  To reach the National Theatre garden terrace, start by finding the nearest Tube station. If you’re in central London, you can take the Bakerloo Line from stations like Oxford Circus or Piccadilly Circus. Board a train heading southbound towards Elephant & Castle. Get off at Waterloo Station, which is about a 10-minute ride. Once you exit the station, follow the signs for the South Bank.

• Walking

  From Waterloo Station, head out towards the main exit and walk straight ahead. As you exit the station, you will see the ‘South Bank’ signs. Walk down the steps to the riverside path, and turn left. Continue walking along the riverbank for about 10 minutes. You will pass the London Eye on your right. Keep walking until you see the National Theatre building on your left.

• Bus

  If you prefer to take a bus, from Waterloo Station, you can catch Bus 1, 77, or 381. These buses will take you towards the South Bank. Get off at the stop called 'National Theatre'. From there, it’s just a short walk to the entrance of the garden terrace.

• Riverboat

  For a scenic option, you can take a riverboat from various piers along the Thames. If you are near Westminster Pier, board a boat heading towards Greenwich or the London Eye. Get off at the ‘Waterloo Pier’ stop, which is closest to the National Theatre. From the pier, walk towards the National Theatre, which is just a few minutes away.