Suggestions for Monument near Westminster, London

Joan V. • December 31, 2016Best monument in London

Jennifer E. • May 19, 2015Really stunning and it ends up being a great walk. Try wandering the gardens in front of the palace.

Nicole M. • October 25, 2023Popular tourist monument in Trafalgar Square. Don’t climb on the lions, it’s finable offense. Grab a sandwich & coffee from Pret across the road, sit on the monument stairs & watch the world go by.

Jadwiga N. • April 25, 2016My family history.

Kristjan W. • February 14, 2016Inside the monument there is a little (with emphasis on little) museum about the arch and the Battle of Waterloo. You can go out ob the balconies from the museum's top floor.

Oliver U. • August 29, 2013Take the included audio guide. It offers you a lot of amazing news and stories about Abby and her monuments.

Mikey • March 15, 2016Subtle and thought provoking.

Martin T. • May 29, 201211 November: Remember the Glorious Dead. The monument was designed in Portland stone by the imperial architect Lutyens & finished in 1920. It is a Grade I-listed structure & bears little decoration.

Phoebe F. • December 7, 2015Great bridge to see lots to do and great coffee!! Food

Josh Wood Productions • January 12, 2013Landmark building which incorporates an archway providing access between The Mall, which extends to the South-West, and Trafalgar Sq to the North-East. John Prescott used to have a private flat here.

Goran S. • February 6, 2014Although it's French hotel chain, U can't miss the London/UK spirit in details. Recommended.

HISTORY UK • February 10, 2011These stern soldiers in their bearskins commemorate the role of the Brigade of Guards in the Crimean War, 1854-56. It’s one of the first memorials to recognise ordinary soldiers, not just officers.

Keith T. • August 3, 2011Lovely place to come for lunch to escape the city. Small secluded courtyards and gardens make this a must visit on spring and summer days.

Dave M. • September 12, 2015This statue & monument sits at the end of the approach to Buckingham Palace. The admiralty arch is cited at the other end.

Ann G. • August 24, 2011Well worth doing the tour here (open weekdays) for a proper bit of unseen London. The decor is amazing and the history fascinating.

Business Traveller • August 24, 2010A pink granite monument dating back to about 1,475 BC. Its inscriptions celebrate the pharaohs of ancient Egypt and have nothing to do with Queen Cleopatra VII.

Barry J. • October 1, 2017Great place to sit on the steps and watch London world go by.

Gordon W. • November 21, 2010A hidden gem. Bit faded grandure but the artworks were a pleasant surprise.

Quin R. • March 25, 2022Fun to see and walk around without cars, red lanterns hanging everywhere.

Dave M. • September 12, 2015A reminder of how a small wall can divide the world.

Gene J. • January 16, 2013Take a few moments to look at the interesting tableau in the walls, depicting Queen Mum visiting the East End after bombing and her interests (but not, sadly, drinking gin).

Simon J. • June 13, 2011It's just such a straightforward place to meet... unless it's raining, of course.

Abu Aya K. • July 2, 2023Nice monument near monmouth coffee

Carl G. • August 1, 2016Beautiful octagonal building with a vaulted ceiling. Formerly used by Benedictine monks for their daily meetings.

Alastair H. • December 16, 2015Like a secret garden hidden behind Westminster Abbey. Worth a wander around away from the crowds

Richard K. • August 15, 2011Be romantic and meet your loved one under the clock! (Red roses optional)

Janet C. • September 1, 2014Check out the Bali bombing memorial right outside of this. Much respect to England for this monument I greatly appreciate it as lost a teacher in it and used to go to the place myself

lianne w. • November 28, 2013Tours book up fast, sign up for alerts from London Transport Museum as it's only open for a few weeks every year