Landmarks & Attractions in Westminster
Things to do in Westminster, London — top landmarks and attractions to visit near you, with locations, opening times and visitor tips for a great day out.
Big Ben & the Houses of Parliament
The iconic clock tower — officially the Elizabeth Tower — rising above the Palace of Westminster on the banks of the Thames, home to the UK Parliament and one of the most recognised silhouettes in the world.
Buckingham Palace
The London residence and administrative headquarters of the British monarch, famous for its balcony appearances, the Changing of the Guard ceremony and the opulent State Rooms opened to visitors each summer.
Westminster Abbey
A magnificent Gothic church and UNESCO World Heritage Site that has been the coronation church of English and British monarchs since 1066, and the burial place of kings, poets and scientists.
Trafalgar Square
London's grand civic square at the heart of the West End, dominated by Nelson's Column and its bronze lions, and framed by the National Gallery and the church of St Martin-in-the-Fields.