Attractions in Westminster
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We really like 18 attractions in Westminster neighbourhood. There are another 25 attractions in the area.
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Westminster Attractions by category: Historic Buildings (21), Art Galleries (9), Sights (9), Other Attractions (7), Museums (3), Boats and Bridges (1), Parks and Gardens (1), Sightseeing Tours (1)
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Millbank, London, Westminster, London SW1P | in Westminster
Overlooking the River Thames, Tate Britain was originally founded through the philanthropy of the sugar magnate Sir Henry Tate. The Tate legacy now encompasses three... More
London > Attractions > Sights
Trafalgar Square, London, Westminster, London WC2N | in Westminster
The Fourth Plinth in Trafalgar Square remained empty after its completion in 1841 - it was designed for an equestrian statue of one of Britain's... More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Trafalgar Square, London, Westminster, London WC2N | in Westminster
The National Gallery dominates London's Trafalgar Square with its neo-classical columns and portico designed by William Wilkins adjoining the square on its east side where... More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Dean's Yard, London, Westminster, London SW1P | in Westminster
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 > Attractions > Museums
Clive Steps, King Charles Street, Westminster, London SW1A | in Westminster
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... More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Abingdon Street, London, Westminster, London SW1P | in Westminster
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... More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Victoria Street, London, Westminster, London SW1P | in Westminster
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.... More
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Parliament Square, St Margaret Street, London, Westminster, London SW1A | in Westminster
Sir Charles Barry sought advice from Benjamin Lewis Vuillamy - clockmaker to the Queen - and Augustus Pugin when it came to designing the... More
London > Attractions > Sights
Whitehall, London, Westminster, London SW1A | in Westminster
Standing solemnly in the middle of Whitehall, visitors could be forgiven for passing the Cenotaph by unnoticed. But every November it becomes the focus of... More
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Storey's Gate, London, Westminster, London SW1H | in Westminster
Combining its dual functions as an event / conference venue and a Methodist church, the imposing Central Hall Westminster also offers visitors curious about exploring... More
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Whitehall, London, Westminster, London SW1A | in Westminster
Horse Guards Parade is the setting for various military ceremonies throughout the year including the Trooping the Colour which marks the Queen's official birthday. At the... More
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Parliament Square, London, Westminster, London SW1P | in Westminster
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
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Central London, Westminster, London WC2N | in Westminster
Lord Nelson, Britain's greatest military hero, and the mighty lions that surround him, pay testament to the position of Trafalgar Square at the heart of... More
London > Attractions > Boats and Bridges
Victoria Embankment, London, Westminster, London SW1A | in Westminster
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 > Attractions > Sights
Trafalgar Square, London, Westminster, London SW1Y | in Westminster
Master tactician, inspirational leader, patriotic martyr, Admiral Lord Horatio Nelson is one of England's great heroes. His Nelson's Column statue is at the very heart... More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Parliament Square, St Margaret's Street, London, Westminster, London SW1A | in Westminster
Now more commonly known as the Houses of Parliament, the Palace of Westminster began life in 1042 as a royal residence under Edward the Confessor.... More
London > Attractions > Museums
Horse Guards, Whitehall, London, Westminster, London SW1A | in Westminster
Visitors to the Household Cavalry Museum can watch troopers working with their horses in the original 18th century stables (via a glazed screen) and hear... More
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Westminster, London, Westminster, London SW1A | in Westminster
Whitehall is a historic London street with runs from Parliament Square at Westminster to Trafalgar Square. The street is recognised as the centre of the... More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
42 Francis Street, London, Westminster, London SW1P | in Westminster
London's only example of neo-Byzantine architecture and principal Roman Catholic Church, Westminster Cathedral has a magnificent campanile that emerges 274 feet into the sky. While... More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Whitehall, London, Westminster, London SW1A | in Westminster
In its heyday Banqueting House (the only surviving section of Whitehall Palace) was the largest royal palace in Europe and continues to host many royal... More
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St Margaret's Church, London, Westminster, London SW1P | in Westminster
A fine 16th century building with notable medieval and modern stained glass. It's also the burial place of Sir Walter Raleigh and the parish church... More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Canada House Cultural Centre Trafalgar Square WESTMINSTER, London, Westminster, London SW1Y | in Westminster
Cultural centre promoting Canadian music, films and visual arts. There's a continuous programme in the gallery, including historical and contemporary painting, sculpture, crafts, photography, drawings... More
London > Attractions > Museums
Wellington Barracks, Birdcage Walk, London, Westminster, London SW1E | in Westminster
The Guards Museum houses a collection of uniforms, colours and artefacts spanning over 300 years of history of the Foot Guards. There are five regiments... More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
23 Caxton Street, Westminster, London, Westminster, London SW1H | in Westminster
This small, distinctive school building boasts graceful architecture and a noble history. Standing alone in Caxton Street, Blewcoat was built in 1709 to grant... More
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Westminster Abbey, London, Westminster, London SW1P | in Westminster
The Chapter House, built by the Royal Masons in 1250, contains some of the finest medieval English sculpture to be seen. The octagonal building still... More
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City of Westminster Archives Centre 10 St Ann's Street WESTMINSTER, London, Westminster, London SW1P | in Westminster
Archives and local studies library sources for the City of Westminster. Includes census returns, map... More
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Dean's Yard, London, Westminster, London SW1P | in Westminster
commissioned in 1902 and was built to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria in 1887. The current building was designed by the renowned architect,... More
London > Attractions > Sights
Parliament Square, London, Westminster, London SW1P | in Westminster
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Horse Guards Whitehall, London, Westminster, London SW1A | in Westminster
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Whitehall, London, Westminster, London SW1A | in Westminster
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Attractions in Westminster
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What's On Today Near Westminster Adams Antiques Fair Exhibitions | Until 9th December 2012 Royal Horticultural Halls and Conference Centre 7 minutes walk from Westminster The Adams Antique Fair is the longest running Sunday antiques fair in the whole city, having been taking place since ...More  Leonardo da Vinci: Anatomist Exhibitions | Until 7th October 2012 Queen's Gallery 9 minutes walk from Westminster Following on from the huge popularity of the National Gallery's blockbuster Leonardo Da Vinci: Painter At The Court Of Milan ...More  The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Seasonal | Until 5th June 2012 Buckingham Palace 9 minutes walk from Westminster Queen Lizzy has been sitting pretty on that throne for 60 long years now, and if that's not an excuse ...More  Summer Opening of Parliament Tours Tours | Until 1st October 2012 Houses of Parliament 9 minutes walk from Westminster The Houses of Parliament opens its doors to the public for the summer, offering Blue Badge guided tours during Parliament's ...More  Billy Elliot Theatre | Until 15th December 2012 Victoria Palace Theatre 10 minutes walk from Westminster This tale of a boy from a mining community who wants to become a dancer is even more affecting on ...More  Major General's Review Exhibitions | On 2nd June 2012 Horse Guards Parade 10 minutes walk from Westminster The Major General's Review which takes place at Horse Guards Parade on Saturday 2 June 2012 coincides with the Queen's ...More  Wicked Theatre | Until 20th July 2012 Apollo Victoria Theatre 12 minutes walk from Westminster 'The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz' introduces us to some very familiar characters, years before they met Dorothy. ...More One Night In Amsterdam Clubbing and Nightlife | On 2nd June 2012 Pacha 12 minutes walk from Westminster DJs Rosh, Eric Santana and Wood Nox spin electro and house....More  The Phantom of the Opera Theatre | Until 27th April 2013 Her Majesty's Theatre 14 minutes walk from Westminster Andrew Lloyd Webber's most enduring hit has been running since 1984 and is still as popular with audiences and critics ...More  Elmgreen & Dragset: Powerless Structures, Fig 101 Exhibitions | Until 12th April 2013 Trafalgar Square 14 minutes walk from Westminster Michael Elmgreen and Ingar Dragset, an artist duo based in Berlin and London, have brought a bronze sculpture of a ...More 
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