Whitehall
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Neighborhood: Westminster
If you only had an afternoon to experience London on a grand scale, Westminster would be a wise place to start. The ornate Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey sit adjacent at a corner of Parliament Square, and a short stroll along The Mall leads to Buckingham Palace. Trafalgar Square and Nelson's Column are just up the road as well. As captivating as the architecture is, the wonders of Mother Nature are highlights of the area too. St James's Park (arguably London's loveliest), the expansive Green Park, and pedestrian friendly tree lined paths along the river showcase the exquisite manicure provided by English gardeners. Just beyond the landmarks and the gorgeous outdoor spaces, quiet residential squares and age old local pubs offer a more subdued take on this global seat of power in the heart of London.
How to get there
- Charing Cross • 5 min walk
- Embankment • 5 min walk
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Mikael F
Helsinki, Finland31,139 contributions
Jul 2022
This main road is running south from Trafalgar Square towards Parliament Square.
It is lined with numerous departments and ministries, including the Ministry of Defence, Horse Guards, and the Cabinet Office.
The street is also known for its memorial statues and monuments, including the UK's primary war memorial, the Cenotaph.
It is lined with numerous departments and ministries, including the Ministry of Defence, Horse Guards, and the Cabinet Office.
The street is also known for its memorial statues and monuments, including the UK's primary war memorial, the Cenotaph.
Written July 8, 2022
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HINA W
Islamabad, Pakistan7,358 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
A visit to this grand Avenue is a must. You can find it located between the Trafalgar Square and the Parliament Street. It is named after the huge palace that used to stand on this road. It was the home of all kings from Henry VIII till William III. Most of this palace was destroyed in a fire in 1698, only the Banqueting House could be saved. We saw many memorials and statues on this road like the Cenotaph, World War II memorial for Women and Earl Haig Statue. You can see the most important official buildings here like the Ministry of Defence buildings, 10 and 11 Dowing Street, the Banqueting House and the Horse Guard’s Parade. It is the most historic thoroughfare of London.
Written July 12, 2023
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,598 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
Great Britain once ruled a quarter of the world. These days, the offices in Whitehall are still there, but persuasion is preferred to sending a gunboat. The public servants remain, but they have less to do. There are a number of memorials, including a statue of Field Marshal William Slim, 1st Viscount of Yarralumla, He is wearing a characteristic slouch hat. Whitehall remains the power behind the throne
Written April 7, 2023
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richnez
Leicestershire, UK2 contributions
Apr 2020
Well what can I say...
Grand venture to the Whitehall residence. Superb service, A smile from start to finish, staff a true delight and a day I would highly recommend to families up and down our country.
A huge thankyou to all and i especially to the gentleman who kindly gave me £316 to suck my own toe.
Grand venture to the Whitehall residence. Superb service, A smile from start to finish, staff a true delight and a day I would highly recommend to families up and down our country.
A huge thankyou to all and i especially to the gentleman who kindly gave me £316 to suck my own toe.
Written April 3, 2020
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KiwiKerry53
Wellington, New Zealand5,018 contributions
Sep 2019
One of the best streets in London - from Trafalgar Square, past gorgeous historic/government buildings and tourist shops. There is so much happening in this area. The Royal Horse Guards add to the atmosphere before you get close to Buckingham Palace.
Written February 13, 2020
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bsandrs
Portsmouth, UK22,644 contributions
Feb 2020
We were lucky enough to spend a few days in London before the initial lockdown. Still busy with visitors as you can see from the picture. Whitehall is very much in the centre of British history with Downing Street, Horse Guards, The Banqueting House all running off the main thoroughfare, additionally at one end is the Houses of Parliament , at the otherTrafalgar Square. It is no wonder it is so popular.
Written January 29, 2021
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Michel_Louise_2013
Quebec City, Canada28,297 contributions
Apr 2023
Whitehall is a main thoroughfare in London. Oriented north-south, it connects Trafalgar Square at the north end to Westminster Parliament at the south end. The name of this thoroughfare is often associated (Whitehall actually takes its name from the "Palace of Whitehall", a large royal residence from the Tudor era which once stood on the site and which was partially destroyed (only The Banqueting House has survived) by a fire in 1698) at the seat of government because there are still several government or official buildings there today such as the main historic offices of the ministries, the admiralty, the army, the treasury as well as the residence of the Prime Minister (at 10 Downing Street). Several monuments are also located there. Parliament Street is the southern extension of Whitehall.
Written August 22, 2023
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Israel35,329 contributions
Jun 2023 • Solo
PROS
* The main street and area of the government of Britain
* Location of many many famous sites and tourist attractions
CONS
It's a busy traffic place of work
"I VISITED THIS PLACE"...
... because I intended to see so much of the famous attractions here. And I tried to see them all.
WAS IT WORTH THE COST?
It was free
WOULD "I VISIT THIS PLACE" AGAIN?
Of course
ADVICE
Go
* The main street and area of the government of Britain
* Location of many many famous sites and tourist attractions
CONS
It's a busy traffic place of work
"I VISITED THIS PLACE"...
... because I intended to see so much of the famous attractions here. And I tried to see them all.
WAS IT WORTH THE COST?
It was free
WOULD "I VISIT THIS PLACE" AGAIN?
Of course
ADVICE
Go
Written February 12, 2024
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Kevin F
Lincoln, UK3,166 contributions
Nov 2014 • Family
Take the trip from the Houses of Parliament to Trafalgar Square on foot. Marvel at the many beautiful buildings, the Cenotaph, Downing St, Prince George, Duke of Cambridge Memorial, Cabinet Office, Foreign Office, Women of World War II Memorial, Horseguards, Whitehall Theatre. The list is endless!! Listen as you go to the chimes of Big Ben. This walk is an experience you will not forget for many years.
Written November 25, 2014
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Ian C
London, UK23,705 contributions
Nov 2020 • Solo
Once the site of a royal palace of which only the Banqueting House remains, Whitehall is the ceremonial route - albeit spoilt by traffic- from Trafalgar Square to Parliament Square and Parliament.
As well as being home to many Government departments (though one building is now being converted into a luxury hotel) along with historic buildings such as Banqueting House, Horse Guards (still guarded during lockdown 2) and Dover House (London HQ of the Scotland Office), Whitehall has many statues - mainly linked to the army - plus the Cenotaph and, most recent of all, a memorial to the contribution of Women of World War II, sculpted by John W Mills and unveiled in 2005.
As well as being home to many Government departments (though one building is now being converted into a luxury hotel) along with historic buildings such as Banqueting House, Horse Guards (still guarded during lockdown 2) and Dover House (London HQ of the Scotland Office), Whitehall has many statues - mainly linked to the army - plus the Cenotaph and, most recent of all, a memorial to the contribution of Women of World War II, sculpted by John W Mills and unveiled in 2005.
Written November 25, 2020
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