127cbcb55d013630bee00a6b912df898

London Travel Guide powered by advice from Real Travelers

 Get Real Deal alerts »
See more attractions in London »
Houses of Parliament
Westminster Road, London, SW1A 0AA, United Kingdom
+44 20 7219 4272
site: Houses of Parliament
#12 of 1228 things to do rated by Real Travelers

Real Travelers who have been to Houses of Parliament

  • TJ and Melissa
    TJ and Melissa said

    ….  BIg Ben actually refers to the bell inside of it).  Attached to it, of course, was the House… continue reading »

  • Jason and Guy
    Jason and Guy said

    … and emerged underneath Big Ben, quite a way to arrive in London. We circled the houses of Parliament… continue reading »

  • A and B Do Europe
    A and B Do Europe said

    …Old House of ParliamentWestminster Abbey, burial ground to Florence Nightingale,  Isaac Newton… continue reading »

  • matt & kita
    matt & kita said

    … for Great Britain located at the Houses of Parliament) was absolutely majestic during the day… continue reading »

  • Jessiegrrl
    Jessiegrrl said

    … near The Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and most importantly, The London Eye… continue reading »

  • Shaun&Taylor
    Shaun&Taylor said

    …, and the House of Parliament. We traveled down Whitehall street where I saw my first English telephone booth… continue reading »

  • swan0715
    swan0715 said

    …, the National Museum which was unbelievable.  I have seen Big Ben and the House of Parliament, the changing… continue reading »

  • Paul Bennett
    Paul Bennett said

    … house. Who said English food was bland. Our first food experience, was a dinner from Jane that would… continue reading »

  • Tonya
    Tonya said

    … tour there and then walked across the street to The Houses of Parliament. I was in luck! I was told I… continue reading »

  • SuzieQ
    SuzieQ said

    … Ben, Houses of Parliament. But in the most expensive city in the world, a guide… continue reading »

Real Traveler reviews for Houses of Parliament

More information on Houses of Parliament

For over 900 years this impressive assemblage of Gothic buildings has been the home of the British government. The building covers an area of eight acres and consists of 1100 rooms, 100 staircases and 11 courtyards. The House of Lords occupies the southern end of the building while the House of Commons occupies the area to the north. The best view of this massive expanse can be seen from nearby Parliament Square. Within the Houses of Parliament there is Westminster Hall, the Crypt Church, Members' Lobbies, the Commons Library and the Peers Library. The tower containing Big Ben looms just outside. To attend PMQ (Prime Minister's Question Time) in the House of Commons, UK citizens need to contact their local MP in advance. Otherwise, there is a queue at St Stephen's entrance.

Credit Cards Accepted

none accepted

Directions

Westminster

Information by Wcities

Things to do near Houses of Parliament

  • Holiday Inn LONDON-SUTTON
    Hotels
    Gibson Road SUTTON, SM1 2RF United Kingdom
    Average price: $81.75
    Distance 1.4 miles away
    Popularity #28 of 589
  • Travelodge M42 Tamworth
    Hotels
    JUNCTION 11 M42, TAMWORTH GB DE12 7AP Tamworth, DE12 7BQ United Kingdom
    Average price: $66.09
    Distance 2.3 miles away
    Popularity #1 of 589
  • Express By Holiday Inn London-wimbledon-south
    Hotels
    200 High Street, Colliers Wood WIMBLEDON, SW19 2BH United Kingdom
    Average price: $83.39
    Distance 2.7 miles away
    Popularity #4 of 589
  • Aerodrome Classic Hotel
    Hotels
    PURLEY WAY Croydon Su, CR94LT United Kingdom
    Average price: $77.46
    Distance 2.8 miles away
    Popularity #88 of 589
  • Norfolk Hotel
    Hotels
    587 London Rd Croydon, Greater London CR7 7 UK
    Average price: $50.04
    Distance 3.1 miles away
    Popularity #4 of 589
  • Norfolk House Croydon London
    Hotels
    585 London Rd Croydon, Greater London CR7 7 UK
    Average price: $23.46
    Distance 3.1 miles away
    Popularity #6 of 589
  • OAKWOOD AT POINT WEST
    Hotels
    116 Cromwell Rd Merton, Greater London SW19 8 UK
    Average price: $241.68
    Distance 3.3 miles away
    Popularity #569 of 589
  • Express By Holiday Inn London-croydon
    Hotels
    1 PRIDDYS YARD OFF FRITH RD Croydon, CR0 1TS United Kingdom
    Average price: $67.84
    Distance 3.4 miles away
    Popularity #5 of 589
  • Travelodge Croydon Central
    Hotels
    Norfolk House, Wellesley Road Croydon, CR0 1LH United Kingdom
    Distance 3.6 miles away
    Popularity #1 of 589
  • Jurys Inn Croydon
    Hotels
    Wellesley Road Croydon, CR0 9 XY United Kingdom
    Average price: $68.13
    Distance 3.6 miles away
    Popularity #4 of 589
 more London hotels »
  • Houses of Parliament
    Attractions

    For over 900 years this impressive assemblage of Gothic buildings has been the home of the British government. The building covers an are...

    Popularity #12 of 1,228

     Real Travelers who've been here

    Mandie Mandie said

    … into the central city, walking past Big Ben, the houses of parliament, the London Eye (that big ferris wheel thing… continue reading »

  • Sutton Junior Tennis Centre
    Attractions

    This large club (five indoor and five outdoor courts) is an excellent place for children to learn and practice their tennis skills. Given...

    Distance 0.4 miles away
    Popularity #790 of 1,228
  • Pig and Whistle
    Attractions

    The Pig and Whistle is as traditional as an English pub gets - it even has an animal as part of its name! Apart from the usual staple of...

    Distance 1.1 miles away
    Popularity #516 of 1,228
  • Polka Theatre for Children
    Attractions

    The Polka Theatre for Children is exclusively reserved for children's productions, showcasing in-house productions, as well as hosting ot...

    Distance 2.8 miles away
    Popularity #590 of 1,228
  • Wimbledon Leisure Centre
    Attractions
    Distance 2.8 miles away
    Popularity #958 of 1,228
  • Luxury Vacations UK, Ltd.
    Attractions

    Relax and discover the UK in luxury during your personalized tour with your own private driver as your guide. Ride in a Mercedes minivan...

    Distance 2.9 miles away
    Popularity #124 of 1,228
  • New Wimbledon Theatre
    Attractions

    The New Wimbledon Theatre puts on touring pantomimes, operas, ballets and concerts as well as amateur productions. Comfortable seating, b...

    Distance 2.9 miles away
    Popularity #775 of 1,228
  • Po Na Na Souk Bar (Kensington)
    Attractions

    This is a successful chain offering a vaguely North African-themed club and bar with the opportunity to learn some Latin moves. Monday is...

    Distance 2.9 miles away
    Popularity #681 of 1,228
  • Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum
    Attractions

    The Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum traces the origins of the modern tennis game over the last century or so. You can enjoy this museum even...

    Distance 2.9 miles away
    Popularity #706 of 1,228
  • Regent's Park Golf and Tennis School
    Attractions
    Distance 2.9 miles away
    Popularity #902 of 1,228
 more London things to do »
  • Novita (La)
    Restaurants

    Not the place for an intimate heart to heart, this small restaurant looks more like a café or a delicatessen. Waiting staff hold court fr...

    Distance 2.8 miles away
    Popularity #1 of 491
  • San Lorenzo Fuoriporta
    Restaurants

    Not as famous as its counterpart in Beauchamp Place, this Wimbledon branch is its equal food-wise. Spend a summer aftern...

    Distance 3.2 miles away
    Popularity #398 of 491
  • Piaf (Le) - Wimbledon
    Restaurants

    This stylish restaurant offers some good quality French food in a bistro like setting. The welcoming and casual ambience facilitates comf...

    Distance 3.2 miles away
    Popularity #468 of 491
  • Lighthouse
    Restaurants

    This Italian restaurant located on Wimbledon Street offers up some contemporary fusion food. Fasten your seatbelts (at the spacious dinin...

    Distance 3.3 miles away
    Popularity #313 of 491
  • Blue Pumpkin (The)
    Restaurants

    Blue Pumpkin serves European to Balham's fashionista. Bright primary colors and similarly styled artwork combined with plain wooden furni...

    Distance 4.2 miles away
    Popularity #491 of 491
  • Slice
    Restaurants

    Housed within the Premier Travel Inn Hotel Kensington, Slice offers quality contemporary British food in comfortable surroundings. The in...

    Distance 4.4 miles away
    Popularity #418 of 491
  • Rhythms Bar & Restaurant
    Restaurants

    The bar area at the entrance of Rhythms and the formal dining room within make for a trendy and polished venue. The musical theme is appa...

    Distance 4.5 miles away
    Popularity #452 of 491
  • Sarkhel's
    Restaurants

    Chef Udit Sarkhel downsized from the Bombay Brasserie and set up this small, homely local in November 1997. The standard of the regional...

    Distance 4.7 miles away
    Popularity #300 of 491
  • Chez Bruce
    Restaurants

    At Chez Bruce, both the location and the plain dining-room decor belie the sophisticated excellence of the cuisine produced. Perhaps a Pa...

    Distance 4.7 miles away
    Popularity #289 of 491
  • Bombay Bicycle Club
    Restaurants

    Bright and well-lit interiors, with a few Asian artifacts thrown in, make The Bombay Bicycle Club - Holland Park a popular spot for fine...

    Distance 5.0 miles away
    Popularity #388 of 491
 more London restaurants »

Hotels near this attraction

London Travel Experiences

Where have you been lately?

Share your travels with friends & family

Free travel blog
Sign up for a free travel blog

Traveler Photos of London

London Bridge The London Eye from afar. The old guard leaving the palace Buckingham Palace
 See all photos in London »