London Westminster Walk, England

Walking in Westminster, London offers a fascinating journey through the heart of British history and culture.

Westminster Bridge: Victoria Embankment, London SW1A 2JH

Houses of Parliament (Palace of Westminster): Admire the stunning Gothic architecture and Big Ben (currently under renovation), which is part of the Elizabeth Tower.

Big Ben is the nickname for the Great Bell of the clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London. The name is often used to refer to both the bell and the clock tower itself, officially known as the Elizabeth Tower since 2012.

The Statue of Boudiccan Rebellion. The Boudiccan Rebellion, also known as the revolt of Queen Boudica (or Boadicea), was a significant uprising against Roman rule in ancient Britain during the 1st century AD.

The Westminster Bridge

River Thames

Whitehall: Walking down Whitehall, a street known for its governmental buildings.

Government buildings: Behind this building is the prime minister’s office.

Cenotaph: Simple, stone war memorial unveiled in 1920 & site of the annual National Service of Remembrance.

Ministry of Defence

The Horse Guards Parade: The Horse Guards Parade dates back to the mid-18th century when it was established as a parade ground for the Horse Guards, a cavalry regiment responsible for protecting the monarch. The area was initially used for military training exercises and drills.

The backyard of the Horse Guard Parade

Back to Whitehall

Trafalgar Square: One of London’s most famous squares, Trafalgar Square is home to Nelson’s Column, commemorating Admiral Horatio Nelson’s victory at the Battle of Trafalgar.  It is going through some construction work

At the square is the National Gallery