Jewel Tower
Abingdon Street, Westminster,  SW1P 3JY
Telephone: 020 7222 2219
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Location Map of Jewel Tower
 
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.
 
Visiting Jewel Tower
 
 
Opening Times
Mar to Oct: Daily 10am-5pm, Nov to Mar: Daily 10am-4pm | Closed 24-26 Dec & 1 Jan
 
Ticket Prices
£3 (Adults), £2.60 (Concs), £1.50 (Children)
 
Travel
 
Underground Stations
Westminster Tube (5 minutes)
St James's Park Tube (8 minutes)
Railway Stations
Charing Cross Railway Station (14 minutes)
Victoria Railway Station (19 minutes)
 
 
 
Car Parking
 
Abingdon Masterpark (2 minutes)
Trafalgar Masterpark (14 minutes)
 
 
Alternative Historic Buildings Near Jewel Tower
 
 
London Sights and Attractions
Westminster Abbey
Dean's Yard, Westminster,  London,  SW1P
2 minutes distance 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, ...More...
 
London Sights and Attractions
House of Lords
Parliament Square, Westminster,  London,  SW1P
2 minutes distance 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 ...More...
 
 
Local Sights and Attractions Near Jewel Tower
 
 
London Sights and Attractions
Westminster Bridge
Victoria Embankment, Westminster,  London,  SW1A
5 minutes distance 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 ...More...
 
London Sights and Attractions
Churchill Museum & Cabinet War Rooms
Clive Steps,  King Charles Street, Westminster,  London,  SW1A
6 minutes distance from Jewel Tower
The underground headquarters used by Winston Churchill and the British Government during World War Two are located in the heart of ceremonial London. Visitors can ...More...
 
 
Local Hotels Near Jewel Tower
 
 
London Hotels
Jolly St Ermin's
2 Caxton Street, London,  SW1H
8 minutes distance from Jewel Tower
A listed Victorian building, this hotel has kept the old English charm beautifully intact while offering guests comfortable rooms and efficient Italian service. It’s located ...More...
 
London Hotels
City Inn Westminster Hotel
30 John Islip Street, London,  SW1P
8 minutes distance from Jewel Tower
Leave the laptop at home - every room at this flagship City Inn hotel comes with its own Apple iMac. Across the river from the ...More...
 
 
Local Event Near Jewel Tower
 
 
London Event
Westminster Abbey Midnight Mass, Christmas Carols & Services
Westminster Abbey, Dean's Yard,  SW1P
2 minutes distance from Jewel Tower
Pack inside one of London's most famous landmarks for an old-fashioned service to take you right through to Christmas Day. Westminster Abbey has been at ...More...
 
London Event
New Year's Day Parade
Parliament Square, Westminster Bridge,  SW1P
2 minutes distance from Jewel Tower
On 1st January 2010 London welcomes the New Year in with an American-style parade, with extravagant floats, marching bands from around the country and beyond, ...More...
 
 
Local Entertainment Near Jewel Tower
 
 
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Local Shopping Near Jewel Tower
 
 
London Shopping
WH Smith
Westminister Underground Station,  Bridge Street, Westminster,  London,  SW1A
5 minutes distance from Jewel Tower
A branch of Smiths is a fixture of practically every high street up and down the country. The chain sells stationery, magazines, books, greeting cards, ...More...
 
London Shopping
Topshop
House of Fraser,  101 Victoria Street, Westminster,  London,  SW1E
10 minutes distance from Jewel Tower
Topshop is a byword for High Street Fashion in England, known for their inexpensive plain tops, basic collections and a good range of accessories. The ...More...
 
 
Local Restaurants Near Jewel Tower
 
 
London Restaurants
The Cinnamon Club
The Old Westminster Library,  30 Great Smith Street, Westminster,  London,  SW1P
4 minutes distance 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 ...More...
 
London Restaurants
Inn the Park - St James's Park
St James's Park, St James's,  London,  SW1A2BJ
8 minutes distance from Jewel Tower
Inn the Park (unfortunate name) is the brainchild of famed restaurateur Oliver Peyton, his idea being to cook up quality alternatives to the soggy sandwiches ...More...
 
 
Local Education Near Jewel Tower
 
 
London Education
Key Languages
16/18 Douglas Street, Westminster,  London,  SW1P
13 minutes distance from Jewel Tower
Key languages offer tailor-made courses to a huge variety of students. This is one of the bigger schools and very professionally run. Definitely worth considering, ...More...
 
 
Local Leisure Near Jewel Tower
 
 
London Leisure
St James's Park
Horse Guards Road, St James's,  London,  SW1A
8 minutes distance from Jewel Tower
St James's Park, along with Green Park, Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens, forms an unbroken line of greenery that stretches over three ...More...
 
 
Local Pubs Near Jewel Tower
 
 
London Pubs
The Sherlock Holmes
10 Northumberland Street, Covent Garden,  London,  WC2N
14 minutes distance from Jewel Tower
Part Victorian pub, part museum dedicated to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's most famous sleuth. Thirsty Sherlock Holmes fans look no further than this homage to the ...More...
 
 
Local Business Near Jewel Tower
 
 
London Business
Jewel Tower
Abingdon Street, Westminster,  London,  SW1P
0 minutes distance from Jewel Tower
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London Business
Westminster Abbey
Victoria Street, Westminster,  London,  SW1P
2 minutes distance from Jewel Tower
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