The Royal Exchange in the City of London was designed by William Tite, chosen in a competition in 1839 and 1840. Edward I'Anson designed the interior works. The City of London Corporation and the Mercers' Company jointly hold the freehold, and Ardent acquired the retail element in 2022. The infobox and text both give October 28, 1844 as the opening, but trading began on January 1, 1845. No construction dates are given.
The article describes a Neoclassical trapezoidal plan around a central courtyard, with an eight-column Corinthian portico. It has a concrete interior, an early use of the method, and ornamental cast ironwork. The weathervane stands 177 feet (54 m) above street level.
A fire destroyed the previous building in 1838. Lloyd's occupied the site for nearly 150 years, and LIFFE used the courtyard until 1991. A remodel followed in 2001. It now has 33 stores and 5 restaurants and cafés. The article gives no hours.
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