Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA) of London

Primarily this space is used to show exhibitions of contemporary art, design and architecture (depending on the mood). But the building also houses an excellent, but very compact bookshop, a late bar (open to 1am on some nights), two cinemas and a live music venue. This diverse space allows them to host many different events such as talks, live bands, club nights, multimedia events. They also host the yearly onedotzero festival which allows new and established filmakers to show off a variety of innovative short films and music videos. Entry: Mon-Fri £1.50/1 Sat-Sun £2.50/1.50 Nearest tube: Charing Cross Other galleries within walking distance: Photographers Gallery, National Gallery, National Portrait Gallery