Jewel Tower
ADDRESS
Abingdon Street, Westminster, London SW1P 3JY
TELEPHONE
020 7222 2219
OPENING TIMES
Mar to Oct: Daily 10am-5pm, Nov to Mar: Daily 10am-4pm | Closed 24-26 Dec & 1 Jan
PRICES
£3.20 (Adults), £2.90 (Concs), £1.90 (Children)
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Across the road from the imposing Houses of Parliament, this simple, three-storey, 14th century tower often gets overlooked on the tourist trail. One of only two buildings forming part of the Palace of Westminster to survive the fire of 1834, the Jewel Tower boasts a stunning, untouched 14th century ribbed vault that more than warrants the trip across the road from the main Westminster parliament buildings. Built in 1365, the tower - also known as the King's Privy Wardrobe - was used by King Edward III to store his treasures and wardrobe. Remains of the original moat and medieval quay designed to secure the building can still be seen today. Items on display now include the Speaker's robes from the collection of the Houses of Parliament and an interactive touch-screen computer providing a virtual reality tour of the history of both Houses of Parliament.Best for:
14th century vaulted ceiling, medieval remains and ruins.
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Jewel Tower The view from the Jewel Tower - the Sovereign's Entrance at the Houses of Parliament
Jewel Tower The view from the Jewel Tower - the Sovereign's Entrance at the Houses of Parliament
Opening and closing times for Jewel Tower
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Hilton Doubletree Hotel Westminster
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double Club Rooms: 71% off from £124
30 John Islip Street, SW1P | 8 minutes from Jewel Tower
Leave the laptop at home - every room at this hotel comes with its own Apple iMac. Across the river from the MI5 building, it's a ...More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double Club Rooms: 71% off from £124
30 John Islip Street, SW1P | 8 minutes from Jewel Tower
Leave the laptop at home - every room at this hotel comes with its own Apple iMac. Across the river from the MI5 building, it's a ...More
Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Hotel London
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double Room - Atrium Facings: 66% off from £134
Westminster Bridge Road, SE1 | 11 minutes from Jewel Tower
The Park Plaza Westminster Bridge is a modern, design-led hotel a short walk from some of the city's most iconic attractions, such as Big Ben and ...More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double Room - Atrium Facings: 66% off from £134
Westminster Bridge Road, SE1 | 11 minutes from Jewel Tower
The Park Plaza Westminster Bridge is a modern, design-led hotel a short walk from some of the city's most iconic attractions, such as Big Ben and ...More
Crowne Plaza London St James
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 86% off from £87
45-51 Buckingham Gate London, SW1E | 11 minutes from Jewel Tower
When it was built in 1897, this gloriously luxurious hotel was the London home for visiting aristocrats from throughout the world. Now, with its location in ...More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 86% off from £87
45-51 Buckingham Gate London, SW1E | 11 minutes from Jewel Tower
When it was built in 1897, this gloriously luxurious hotel was the London home for visiting aristocrats from throughout the world. Now, with its location in ...More
Westminster Abbey
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Dean's Yard, Westminster, London SW1P | 2 minutes from Jewel Tower
Elizabeth I, Mary I, Mary II, Edward the Confessor, Edward I, Edward III, Edward VI, Henry III, Henry V, Henry VII, James I, George II, Richard ...More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Dean's Yard, Westminster, London SW1P | 2 minutes from Jewel Tower
Elizabeth I, Mary I, Mary II, Edward the Confessor, Edward I, Edward III, Edward VI, Henry III, Henry V, Henry VII, James I, George II, Richard ...More
House of Lords
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Parliament Square, Westminster, London SW1P | 2 minutes from Jewel Tower
The Upper House of the British Parliament, the House of Lords is part of the Palace of Westminster, more commonly known as the Houses of Parliament. ...More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Parliament Square, Westminster, London SW1P | 2 minutes from Jewel Tower
The Upper House of the British Parliament, the House of Lords is part of the Palace of Westminster, more commonly known as the Houses of Parliament. ...More
Big Ben
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Parliament Square, St Margaret Street, Westminster, London SW1A | 3 minutes from Jewel Tower
Sir Charles Barry sought advice from Benjamin Lewis Vuillamy - clockmaker to the Queen - and Augustus Pugin when it came to designing the clock ...More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Parliament Square, St Margaret Street, Westminster, London SW1A | 3 minutes from Jewel Tower
Sir Charles Barry sought advice from Benjamin Lewis Vuillamy - clockmaker to the Queen - and Augustus Pugin when it came to designing the clock ...More
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Sights and Attractions near Jewel Tower
The best museums, galleries, attractions near Jewel Tower
Westminster Bridge
London > Attractions > Boats and Bridges
Victoria Embankment, Westminster, London SW1A | 5 minutes from Jewel Tower
Westminster Bridge lies on the Thames between the Houses of Parliament and County Hall with the delights of the Southbank Centre and the National Theatre beyond. ...More
London > Attractions > Boats and Bridges
Victoria Embankment, Westminster, London SW1A | 5 minutes from Jewel Tower
Westminster Bridge lies on the Thames between the Houses of Parliament and County Hall with the delights of the Southbank Centre and the National Theatre beyond. ...More
Churchill War Rooms
London > Attractions > Museums
Clive Steps, King Charles Street, Westminster, London SW1A | 6 minutes from Jewel Tower
Winston Churchill directed the troops during World War II from a small warren of underground rooms, which are now open to the public. Visitors to the ...More
London > Attractions > Museums
Clive Steps, King Charles Street, Westminster, London SW1A | 6 minutes from Jewel Tower
Winston Churchill directed the troops during World War II from a small warren of underground rooms, which are now open to the public. Visitors to the ...More
Garden Museum
London > Attractions > Museums
Lambeth Palace Road, South Bank, London SE1 | 8 minutes from Jewel Tower
Situated in the restored church of St Mary-at-Lambeth, adjacent to Lambeth Palace on the banks of the River Thames, the Garden Museum provides an insight into ...More
London > Attractions > Museums
Lambeth Palace Road, South Bank, London SE1 | 8 minutes from Jewel Tower
Situated in the restored church of St Mary-at-Lambeth, adjacent to Lambeth Palace on the banks of the River Thames, the Garden Museum provides an insight into ...More
Valentine's Champagne Cruise
London > Events > Seasonal Dates: 11th February - 14th February 2012
London Eye, Jubilee Gardens, South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 11 minutes from Jewel Tower
Snuggle up to your loved one and set sail down the Thames on a hugely romantic 40 minute Champagne Cruise along the river, taking in some ...More
London > Events > Seasonal Dates: 11th February - 14th February 2012
London Eye, Jubilee Gardens, South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 11 minutes from Jewel Tower
Snuggle up to your loved one and set sail down the Thames on a hugely romantic 40 minute Champagne Cruise along the river, taking in some ...More
Valentine's Cupid Capsule
London > Events > Seasonal Dates: 11th February - 14th February 2012
London Eye, Jubilee Gardens, South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 11 minutes from Jewel Tower
Treat your loved one to a romantic private capsule on the London Eye and enjoy some stunning views of London as you sip champagne and sample ...More
London > Events > Seasonal Dates: 11th February - 14th February 2012
London Eye, Jubilee Gardens, South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 11 minutes from Jewel Tower
Treat your loved one to a romantic private capsule on the London Eye and enjoy some stunning views of London as you sip champagne and sample ...More
Love Letters Straight From Your Heart
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 2nd February - 14th February 2012
Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, South Bank, London SE1 | 15 minutes from Jewel Tower
With Valentine's Day round the corner, love is at the fore front of many Londoners' minds. Love Letters Straight from Your Heart gives visitors the chance ...More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 2nd February - 14th February 2012
Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, South Bank, London SE1 | 15 minutes from Jewel Tower
With Valentine's Day round the corner, love is at the fore front of many Londoners' minds. Love Letters Straight from Your Heart gives visitors the chance ...More
St John's Smith Square
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
Smith Square, Westminster, London SW1P | 4 minutes from Jewel Tower
This stunning 18th century church was designed by architect Thomas Archer and now is a venue for concerts, art exhibitions and a restaurant. With its four ...More
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
Smith Square, Westminster, London SW1P | 4 minutes from Jewel Tower
This stunning 18th century church was designed by architect Thomas Archer and now is a venue for concerts, art exhibitions and a restaurant. With its four ...More
The Slug And Lettuce
London > Entertainment > Comedy Clubs
County Hall, 5 Chicheley Street, South Bank, London SE1 | 12 minutes from Jewel Tower
Situated in the heart of London at Southbank, and right in front of tourists' favourite the London Eye, The Slug and Lettuce is the perfect place ...More
London > Entertainment > Comedy Clubs
County Hall, 5 Chicheley Street, South Bank, London SE1 | 12 minutes from Jewel Tower
Situated in the heart of London at Southbank, and right in front of tourists' favourite the London Eye, The Slug and Lettuce is the perfect place ...More
Westminster Cathedral
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
42 Francis Street, Westminster, London SW1P | 14 minutes from Jewel Tower
Neo-Byzantine Roman Catholic church. London’s only example of neo-Byzantine architecture and principal Roman Catholic Church, offers a magnificent campanile that emerges 274 feet into the sky. While ...More
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
42 Francis Street, Westminster, London SW1P | 14 minutes from Jewel Tower
Neo-Byzantine Roman Catholic church. London’s only example of neo-Byzantine architecture and principal Roman Catholic Church, offers a magnificent campanile that emerges 274 feet into the sky. While ...More
Crockatt and Powell
London > Shopping > Books
119-120 Lower Marsh, South Bank, London SE1 | 13 minutes from Jewel Tower
If you hate the commercial, branded feel of mega bookshops like Waterstones and Borders this one's a treat. Crockatt and Powell is an independent bookshop that ...More
London > Shopping > Books
119-120 Lower Marsh, South Bank, London SE1 | 13 minutes from Jewel Tower
If you hate the commercial, branded feel of mega bookshops like Waterstones and Borders this one's a treat. Crockatt and Powell is an independent bookshop that ...More
Cardinal Place
London > Shopping > Shopping Centres
Victoria Street, Victoria, Westminster, London SW1E5JD | 15 minutes from Jewel Tower
Cardinal Place is a snazzy new shopping venue in Victoria. Housed under a curvaceous, new-age glass capsule it has become a bit of a visual icon ...More
London > Shopping > Shopping Centres
Victoria Street, Victoria, Westminster, London SW1E5JD | 15 minutes from Jewel Tower
Cardinal Place is a snazzy new shopping venue in Victoria. Housed under a curvaceous, new-age glass capsule it has become a bit of a visual icon ...More
Greensmiths
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
27 Lower Marsh, South Bank, London SE1 | 15 minutes from Jewel Tower
Greensmiths combines an excellent butcher's (The Ginger Pig), artisan baker's (The Old Post Office Bakery) and Covent Garden Market greengrocer's (Solstice) under one roof - all ...More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
27 Lower Marsh, South Bank, London SE1 | 15 minutes from Jewel Tower
Greensmiths combines an excellent butcher's (The Ginger Pig), artisan baker's (The Old Post Office Bakery) and Covent Garden Market greengrocer's (Solstice) under one roof - all ...More
Quirinale
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
North Court, 1 Great Peter Street, Westminster, London SW1P | 3 minutes from Jewel Tower
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London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
North Court, 1 Great Peter Street, Westminster, London SW1P | 3 minutes from Jewel Tower
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Crussh
London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
4 Millbank, Westminster, Westminster, London SW1P | 3 minutes from Jewel Tower
This chain of juice bars squishes together a delightful variety of flavoursome, healthy drinks. They press fresh juice fruit right in front of you, and blend ...More
London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
4 Millbank, Westminster, Westminster, London SW1P | 3 minutes from Jewel Tower
This chain of juice bars squishes together a delightful variety of flavoursome, healthy drinks. They press fresh juice fruit right in front of you, and blend ...More
The Cinnamon Club
London > Restaurants > Indian/South Asian restaurants
The Old Westminster Library, 30 Great Smith Street, Westminster, London SW1P | 4 minutes from Jewel Tower
Iqbal Wahhab's grand venture in the magnificent Old Westminster Library has a dignified, traditional vibe. The imposing setting of The Cinnamon Club is the height of ...More
London > Restaurants > Indian/South Asian restaurants
The Old Westminster Library, 30 Great Smith Street, Westminster, London SW1P | 4 minutes from Jewel Tower
Iqbal Wahhab's grand venture in the magnificent Old Westminster Library has a dignified, traditional vibe. The imposing setting of The Cinnamon Club is the height of ...More
Courtauld Institute of Art
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 22 minutes from Jewel Tower
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ...More
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 22 minutes from Jewel Tower
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ...More
King's College Medical School
London > Education > Medical Schools
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 22 minutes from Jewel Tower
Imperial College London is the foremost medical training faculty in the country but for non-medical graduates wishing for a change of career, King’s is the obvious ...More
London > Education > Medical Schools
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 22 minutes from Jewel Tower
Imperial College London is the foremost medical training faculty in the country but for non-medical graduates wishing for a change of career, King’s is the obvious ...More
London College Of Communication
London > Education > Professional Training
Elephant & Castle, Elephant and Castle, London SE1 | 26 minutes from Jewel Tower
From a clutch of excellent courses in London, this is the best and among the premier specialist media courses in the world. Formerly London College of ...More
London > Education > Professional Training
Elephant & Castle, Elephant and Castle, London SE1 | 26 minutes from Jewel Tower
From a clutch of excellent courses in London, this is the best and among the premier specialist media courses in the world. Formerly London College of ...More
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Leisure near Jewel Tower
Jewel Tower gyms, sporting activities, health & beauty and fitness.
London Marriott Hotel County Hall Spa
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
Westminster Bridge Road, South Bank, London SE1 | 10 minutes from Jewel Tower
Fancy detoxing in the building where the Greater London Council used to run the city? The Spa at the London Marriott County ...More
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
Westminster Bridge Road, South Bank, London SE1 | 10 minutes from Jewel Tower
Fancy detoxing in the building where the Greater London Council used to run the city? The Spa at the London Marriott County ...More
Jubilee Gardens
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
3 Belvedere Road, South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 10 minutes from Jewel Tower
The concrete promenade along the South Bank greatly benefits from this large patch of green grass for striders, strollers and sightseers to relax on. Not ...More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
3 Belvedere Road, South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 10 minutes from Jewel Tower
The concrete promenade along the South Bank greatly benefits from this large patch of green grass for striders, strollers and sightseers to relax on. Not ...More
So SPA Sofitel St James
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
6 Waterloo Place, St James's, London SW1Y | 15 minutes from Jewel Tower
Opened in July 2009, So SPA by Sofitel is a stunning relaxation space - all marble and modern design - housed within the Sofitel St James ...More
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
6 Waterloo Place, St James's, London SW1Y | 15 minutes from Jewel Tower
Opened in July 2009, So SPA by Sofitel is a stunning relaxation space - all marble and modern design - housed within the Sofitel St James ...More
Red Lion Pub
London > Nightlife > Pubs
48 Parliament Street, Whitehall, Westminster, London SW1A | 6 minutes from Jewel Tower
Right across the street from the Houses of Parliament, the Red Lion is perfectly positioned for politicos to pop in for a pint after a heated ...More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
48 Parliament Street, Whitehall, Westminster, London SW1A | 6 minutes from Jewel Tower
Right across the street from the Houses of Parliament, the Red Lion is perfectly positioned for politicos to pop in for a pint after a heated ...More
Albert Tavern
London > Nightlife > Pubs
52 Victoria Street, Westminster, London SW1H | 9 minutes from Jewel Tower
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London > Nightlife > Pubs
52 Victoria Street, Westminster, London SW1H | 9 minutes from Jewel Tower
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The Sherlock Holmes
London > Nightlife > Pubs
10 Northumberland Street, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 14 minutes from Jewel Tower
Thirsty Sherlock Holmes fans look no further than this homage to the great detective himself and to original Victorian pubs. While you indulge in a soothing ...More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
10 Northumberland Street, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 14 minutes from Jewel Tower
Thirsty Sherlock Holmes fans look no further than this homage to the great detective himself and to original Victorian pubs. While you indulge in a soothing ...More
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Nightlife near Jewel Tower
Jewel Tower clubs, bars, cabaret nights, casinos and interesting nightlife.
Bassoon Piano Bar
London > Nightlife > Bars
Corinthia Hotel London, Whitehall Place, Westminster, London SW1A | 12 minutes from Jewel Tower
The cocktails in the Bassoon Piano Bar are very good, expensive, yes, but very, very good. Not only that but the bar has a piano which ...More
London > Nightlife > Bars
Corinthia Hotel London, Whitehall Place, Westminster, London SW1A | 12 minutes from Jewel Tower
The cocktails in the Bassoon Piano Bar are very good, expensive, yes, but very, very good. Not only that but the bar has a piano which ...More
Institute of Contemporary Art Bar & Cafe
London > Nightlife > Bars
12 Carlton House Terrace, The Mall, St James's, London SW1Y | 14 minutes from Jewel Tower
The Institute of Contemporary Art on The Mall (just down the road from the Queen's pad) is a great place for a trendy drink after taking ...More
London > Nightlife > Bars
12 Carlton House Terrace, The Mall, St James's, London SW1Y | 14 minutes from Jewel Tower
The Institute of Contemporary Art on The Mall (just down the road from the Queen's pad) is a great place for a trendy drink after taking ...More
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Meeting venue hire near Jewel Tower
Where to have your meeting, conference, exhibition, private dining or training course near Jewel Tower.
Westminster Abbey
London > Business > Venue Hire
Victoria Street, Westminster, London SW1P | 2 minutes from Jewel Tower
Conference facilities can accommodate for up to 1100 people....More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Victoria Street, Westminster, London SW1P | 2 minutes from Jewel Tower
Conference facilities can accommodate for up to 1100 people....More
The Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre
London > Business > Venue Hire
Broad Sanctuary, Westminster, Westminster, London SW1P | 4 minutes from Jewel Tower
Seven floors of purpose-built meeting space in the heart of London. The QEII prides itself on events organisation skills. They have an in-house team of audio-visual ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Broad Sanctuary, Westminster, Westminster, London SW1P | 4 minutes from Jewel Tower
Seven floors of purpose-built meeting space in the heart of London. The QEII prides itself on events organisation skills. They have an in-house team of audio-visual ...More
One Great George Street
London > Business > Venue Hire
1 Great George Street, Westminster, London SW1P | 5 minutes from Jewel Tower
Conference facilities can accomodate for up to 1392 people....More
London > Business > Venue Hire
1 Great George Street, Westminster, London SW1P | 5 minutes from Jewel Tower
Conference facilities can accomodate for up to 1392 people....More
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What's On Today Near Jewel Tower  Summer Opening of Parliament Tours Tours | Until 1st October 2012 Houses of Parliament 3 minutes walk from Jewel Tower The Houses of Parliament opens its doors to the public for the summer, offering Blue Badge guided tours during Parliament's ...More Adams Antiques Fair Exhibitions | Until 9th December 2012 Royal Horticultural Halls and Conference Centre 9 minutes walk from Jewel Tower The Adams Antique Fair is the longest running Sunday antiques fair in the whole city, having been taking place since ...More Lloyd Johnson: The Modern Outfitter Exhibitions | Until 3rd March 2012 Chelsea College Of Art And Design 10 minutes walk from Jewel Tower Clothing, textiles, photographs and artefacts celebrating the work of the British fashion designer and his connection to music scenes spanning ...More  Valentine's Cupid Capsule Seasonal | Until 14th February 2012 London Eye 11 minutes walk from Jewel Tower Treat your loved one to a romantic private capsule on the London Eye and enjoy some stunning views of London as you ...More  Valentine's Champagne Cruise Seasonal | Until 14th February 2012 London Eye 11 minutes walk from Jewel Tower Snuggle up to your loved one and set sail down the Thames on a hugely romantic 40 minute Champagne Cruise along the ...More Sex With A Stranger Theatre | Until 25th February 2012 Trafalgar Studios 13 minutes walk from Jewel Tower Stuck in a rut in his relationship, Adam ventures out for a night with his friends but doesn't guess where ...More Love Pastels 2012 Exhibitions | Until 25th February 2012 Mall Galleries 14 minutes walk from Jewel Tower Contemporary pastel paintings and drawings....More  Valentine's Day Concert Concerts | On 14th February 2012 Southbank Centre: Royal Festival Hall 15 minutes walk from Jewel Tower Settle in for a night of glorious classics to celebrate the most romantic evening of the year. Performed by the ...More  Love Letters Straight From Your Heart Exhibitions | Until 14th February 2012 Southbank Centre 15 minutes walk from Jewel Tower With Valentine's Day round the corner, love is at the fore front of many Londoners' minds. Love Letters Straight from ...More  Imagine Kids Events | Until 26th February 2012 Southbank Centre 15 minutes walk from Jewel Tower Take the kids to the Southbank Centre during the February half-term and treat them to Imagine, the annual children's literature festival which pulls ...More 
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