6.4
Wildland
Under 1 hour
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Free
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Why it's Wildland
6.4A section of London’s Roman wall and the foundations of a Roman bastion lie beneath the modern City. The remains were uncovered during archaeological work in 1979 and are now displayed alongside finds from the site.
This is a compact, unusually tangible encounter with Roman London: the wall and bastion survive in their original setting beneath the modern City, with excavated objects helping place them in a much longer story. It is a focused historical stop rather than a day-long destination.
Atmospheric · Ancient-feeling
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Open map12 Jewry Street, London EC3N 2HT
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The experience
A short, self-guided visit centred on the preserved Roman wall and bastion foundations, with archaeological objects from the site on display. Entry is free according to the official website.
Things to do
See the Roman wall in its original setting
View the preserved section of London’s Roman wall beneath the modern City, at the site where it was uncovered.
Find the bastion foundations
Look for the foundations of the Roman bastion displayed in front of the wall. The official site identifies this as the only Roman bastion visible in London.
Explore the excavated objects
See the objects recovered during archaeological work at the site; the official exhibition description says they span Roman times to the 20th century.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · Allow under an hour; exact visit duration is not stated by the official site.
Quick Roman London stop
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Visit the gallery at Vine Street during its published entry hours.
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Look closely at the preserved section of Roman wall and the foundations of the bastion.
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View the archaeological objects recovered on the site.
Verified history
The official site says this section of the Roman wall stood for more than 1,800 years and that the wall was more than 3 km long. In 1979, archaeologists uncovered this section along with a previously unknown Roman bastion. The remains and archaeological objects from the site are now presented in a gallery; the wall and bastion foundations are identified as a Scheduled Monument. The official site describes the displayed finds as spanning Roman times to the 20th century.
Hidden details
The bastion beside the wall — Do not stop at the wall itself: the site also preserves the foundations of a Roman bastion, uncovered during the 1979 archaeological work.
A long span of excavated finds — The gallery’s objects are not limited to the Roman period; the official site describes them as spanning Roman times to the 20th century.
When to go
· No best time is established by the supplied sources. Check the official entry hours and avoid Bank Holidays, when the site is closed.
The gallery is an indoor visit. The official site lists entry daily from 9am to 6pm, except Bank Holidays.
The exhibition is indoors; check current arrangements before visiting.
What to look for
Compare the substantial surviving wall with the foundations of the bastion in front of it. Then look at the archaeological objects displayed from the site, which span Roman times to the 20th century.
The story
Roman Londinium; the City of London’s Roman wall and bastion
Best time to go
Suitable year-round; the site is indoors. Check current opening arrangements before travelling.
The site is indoors, so weather need not determine your visit. The official website lists daily entry from 9am to 6pm, except Bank Holidays; check before setting out.
How long to spend
Under 1 hour
Perfect for
History lovers · Solo · Couples
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: 9am-6pm
- Tuesday: 9am-6pm
- Wednesday: 9am-6pm
- Thursday: 9am-6pm
- Friday: 9am-6pm
- Saturday: 9am-6pm
- Sunday: 9am-6pm
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Practical information
Opening & access
The official site says the gallery is open daily, 9am–6pm, except Bank Holidays, with free entry. Check the official website before visiting for current arrangements.
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Food & drink
The official site describes an on-site café by speciality coffee roasters Senzo. Check current service before visiting.
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Cost
Free
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Keep exploring
Around City Wall at Vine Street
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
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86 Leadenhall Street, London EC3A 3BP
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