Vinopolis
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About Vinopolis
Treat your taste buds to a diverse range of wines, beer from the microbrewery, BombaySapphire cocktails, the best in rums, whiskies and absinthe.
With 150 wines from all over the world and themed sections representing the regions they come from, the Vinopolis Wine Tour offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore wines and spirits of the world all under one roof. Featured countries include: France, Italy, Australia, California, South Africa and some lesser known regions such as Thailand and China.
| Opening Times | Monday, Thursday & Friday 12 – 10pm , Saturday 11 - 9pm , Sunday 12 – 6pm, Tuesday & Wednesday closed . Last admission is 2 hours before closing. |
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Vinopolis Address
| Address: |
1 Bank End, London
London
SE1 9BU
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| Telephone: | +44 (0)20 7940 8322 |
| Fax: | +44 (0)20 7940 8302 |
| Email: | sales@vinopolis.co.uk |
| Website: | http://www.vinopolis.co.uk/venueshome/index.php |
Prices for Vinopolis
| Adult: | From £19.50 (USD32.47) full price |
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Group discounts, wine & dine and brunch packages are available.
Location Information for Vinopolis
| Address: |
1 Bank End, London
London
SE1 9BU
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| Telephone: | +44 (0)20 7940 8322 |
| Fax: | +44 (0)20 7940 8302 |
| Email: | sales@vinopolis.co.uk |
| Website: | http://www.vinopolis.co.uk/venueshome/index.php |
| Public transport: | London Cannon Street, National Railway |
| By Road: | Tube: London Bridge; Rail: London Bridge or Waterloo; Bus: 17, 35, 21, 40, 43, 48, 133, 149, 343, 344, 501, 521; Riverboat: Bankside Pier |
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Based on 38 reviews
Latest 5 reviews of Vinopolis
Once is enough
Given this as a gift. They lost our booking but dealt with that problem ok. The introductory talk was quite good, she knew what she was talking about! It was quite crowded and sometimes difficult to get to the wine tables. All a bit money grabbing with vouchers, add ons that can be purchased etc. Feeling at the end of "been there and done that"
18 October 2009
Cynical, Unprofessional, go to a wine bar instead!
Unfortunately I feel Vinopolis represents much of what is wrong with many London attractions today- overpriced, cynical and ill-executed. I have been twice- once more than 2 years ago- and on that visit there was clear signage so you knew where to go, there was a beers section (now gone) and a staffed Absinthe table (now gone- although the table remains there unused and you're directed to the bar) and there were more staff and more wines to choose from. I re-visited on Friday 2nd Oct. The idea is well conceived but it feels tired and grubby and I agree with the other reviewer regarding the dirty trellis tables set up with cheap downloaded flags on them in front of a selection of wine. You don't know anything, the staff don't really know anything and the place is cluttered with corporate adverts for Tio Pepe and the like. The Bombay Sapphire bar feels like a welcome distraction and has a lovely table of ingredients and a collection of unusual contemporary Martini glasses, but even here there's a lack of focus and professionalism. Lean over the lovely doughnut-shaped table to smell ingredients like juniper berries and all you can see is a huge filthy unit for plugs in the middle of the floor which looks like the cleaners can't be bothered to reach.
The cost is an issue too; we paid half price (£10) and got 5 very small wine samples (I suspect it's about 15-20ml) and one very small Bombay Sapphire Cocktail. If we had paid £20 I would have been livid. I don't know what's happened at this place in the last couple of years- it's as if they lost a decent manager or the focus and energy has all been spent on building up the great looking bar and restaurant next door.
Avoid at all costs. If you like wine, go to the Cork & Bottle at Leicester Square or Vivat Bacchus instead.
5 October 2009
really good informative evening, enjoyed the tasting too!
Visited Vinopolis at London Bridge last week, it was a great fun evening, staff - sober- and very helpful, I would find it very difficult to remain sane if I was member of staff !!
Excellent value for money. Thank you to all the staff. I tried wines I hadn't tried before and also Champagnes, the obligatory cocktail was lovely.
18 August 2009
Excellent Experience
I have been asked to organise an event in Vinopolis for our company. Straight from the beginning I have been dealing with very nice, polite people who were willing to help.
The event itself was just great. The wine tour was full of exciting information and the lady was lovely and professional. After the tour we went to Blue Bar where we had a little nibbles & few bottles of wine. Food was fantastic beautiful presentation and stuff, even that they were very busy, were looking after us very well. I can highly recommend Vinopolis!!
The only thing where you get confused are the entrances ... you never know which one is for which event.
Thank you very much!!
5 August 2009
I think previous reviews a just little harsh!
My husband & I visited yesterday 23/7/09 with slight reluctance after some of the previous reviews.We arrived and were greeted well enough nothing rude. We had about a 20 minute talk which was reasonably informative. Then we had a wander around and used up our vouchers. Staff were not unhelpful and on the whole pleasant.. This was not a guided tour or a workshop so we think it was a relaxing fun afternoon.You can if you choose buy things you never booked for as you go round. There is no sales patter on the tour and free to buy or not buy on the way out from the shop.We would go back with friends.
24 July 2009
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Events at Vinopolis
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Cocktail Masterclass
WorkshopRecurring event
Learn how to make your favourite cocktails from Vinopolis' resident mixologists. Shaken or stirred? Every Thursday
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Laughter Lounge at Vinopolis
ComedyGet merry at Vinopolis Laughter Lounge. The last Friday of the month has a cracking comedy line-up. 25 Sep, 30 Oct & 27 Nov
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Bibulous, Pop-up World Of Drinks
Special event27 Nov 2009 to 28 Nov 2009
Taste and buy spirits, cocktails and Bibulous gifts at this unique tasting party and shopping event. Browse tasting tables, cocktail stations and numerous Bibulous features. Top mixologists, distillers and taste makers helps to explore new flavours, once-in-a-lifetime tasters from rare bottlings, Bibulous eclectica and collectibles.
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Guided Tasting Tours
Guided walkRecurring event
Meet your expert Vinopolis Guide at the Vinopolis Visitors Entrance. They take you through the different areas of the tour whilst tasting six specially selected wines. Your guide selects the regions and the wines to be sampled and share their knowledge by showing you how to 'sniff, gargle and spit' like a professional.
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