About Aldgate East
Aldgate East serves the District and Hammersmith & City lines and is the gateway to Whitechapel, Spitalfields and Brick Lane. The station sits on one of London's oldest and most historically layered streets, and within walking distance of some of the city's finest independent food markets, curry houses and street art.
Lines Served
Traveller Tips
- 1Brick Lane (10 min walk) - London's best-known curry street and vibrant street art scene
- 2Spitalfields Market is a 5-minute walk north-west
- 3The Whitechapel Gallery (free entry) shows internationally important contemporary art
- 4On Sundays, this area combines Brick Lane Market, Spitalfields and Petticoat Lane - all within easy walking distance
Accessibility
-Wheelchair accessible
-Step-free access
✓Audio announcements
✓Visual displays
-Accessible toilets
✓Tactile guides
Facilities
Shops
Nearby Attractions
Brick Lane
Whitechapel Gallery
Spitalfields Market
Petticoat Lane Market
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Zone 1
Travel Zone
Est. 1884
Limited accessibility - check before travelling