Go Behind the Scenes at the New Olympia Complex
Sneak peek tour part of London's Open House Festival
Three guided tours of the new development are available
September 5, 2025
London’ Open House Festival is back, celebrating the capital’s architecture, neighbourhoods and communities from Saturday 13 September until Sunday 21 September.
During this annual celebration, buildings and other sites across all 33 boroughs are opened up to the public to discover and explore.
This year, residents of Hammersmith and the surrounding area are being offered something special - a unique opportunity to tour the new Olympia development, while it is still under construction.
Visitors will be taken behind closed doors, showcasing what's to come, including the historical Grade II* listed Pillar Hall, the music venue, restaurants, hotels, and public realm.
The one hour guided tour will begin at the Olympia Marketing Suite in Maclise Road, where visitors will be kitted out with all the necessary Personal Protective Equipment.
Tours will take place on Saturday 13, Wednesday 17 and Saturday 20 September.
The Open House Festival also offers opportunities to visit other fascinating sites across Hammersmith and Fulham, including King Street’s Polish Social and Cultural Association, Hammersmith Quaker Meeting House, Emery Walker’s House, Kelmscott House, the home of the William Morris Society and lots more. There are also walking tours on offer in Brook Green and Shepherd’s Bush.
You can see a full guide to the local sites taking part in the festival here.
To become a part of the Open House Festival and find out about other events run by organisers Open City, register for a free account here.
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