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What travelers are saying
- StephenCrossDublin, Ireland30,688 contributionsThe Monument was built as a reminder to the Great Fire Of London and is one of Londons iconic fixtures. Even has a tube station called after it!Written September 10, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- hotspur2015Hertford, UK11 contributionsCan't believe I hadn't taken time to visit this before. Stunning tribute from the Queen to her Consort. And the surrounding Kensington Gardens and it's Flower Walk are beautiful in the summer.Written August 9, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Culture7906778 contributionsA very moving experience which was well worth the visit. So very glad we came. Andrew told a moving story about the dam busters operation. You should really stop here.Written July 21, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JSSAmberCambridge, UK656 contributionsExtremely photogenic, this memorial statue is at the centre of the park in front of the entrance to Buckingham Palace, where the monarch's office (but not, actually, main residence) is. The park has some very interesting displays up related to the countries that "donated" money to the memorial, so if you're from anywhere in the Commonwealth (except NZ, for some reason), there's a good chance you'll find a little corner dedication to your home.Written September 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- I visited this place🇫🇷🇺🇸🇬🇷🇨🇭🇬🇧Israel35,130 contributionsPROS
* Impressive majestic column and statue, surrounded by other historical remembrances
* The central point of Trafalgar Square
CONS
* It is too tall so it is difficult to admire the sculpture of the statue
* It attracts pigeon birds
* It is crowded with tourists
“I VISITED THIS PLACE”…
… on my way to the outstanding National Gallery.
I admired the column, looked up at the statue, studying the lion sculptures and plaques and photographed the tourists also.
WAS IT WORTH THE COST?
It is free
WOULD “I VISIT THIS PLACE” AGAIN?
Sure – and again, on my way to my next visit of the National Gallery.
ADVICE
* It is important to visit and see this important national and historical monument
* Beware of crowds and birds
FULL DISCLOSURE
“I visited this place” in order to write this review and to post many “helpful” photos. If you find these “helpful,” then please tik the thumbs up 👍Written February 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Lenny HAuckland, New Zealand921 contributionsAn impressive arch in a great setting. To be honest, we didn’t know you could go inside, so we didn’t. Worth walking past though.Written March 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Deanosaur89Edmonton, Canada8,617 contributionsThe statue is located in Camden Market near the Cheese Bar. If you're walking around the market you may stumble across this statue or see the Amy Winehouse mural. She passed in Camden Town and this seems like a nice tribute.Written July 1, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- sandie KLondon, UK366 contributionsA wonderful statue of famous Paddington Bear on platform 1 at Paddington Station a must to visit especially if you’re a fan of Paddington BearWritten August 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JSSAmberCambridge, UK656 contributionsThe journey is really the point with this statue. Although it's lovely, there's about five minutes worth of marveling you can do before moving on. But walking here through Hyde and/or Kensington is a delight no matter the weather.Written May 26, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- OZS_ATWBudapest, Hungary3,728 contributionsWinston Churchill Statue is a big statue made of bronze in Parliament Square. It is a must to see whether you like history or not!Written June 23, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Maggie269Liverpool, UK15 contributionsIconic train station
we walked across from Euston station on reaching London as I have long wanted to see St Pancras station .
I was not disappointed
The facade is spectacular,
A statue of SirJohn Betjman as you enter , one of the people who helped stop this wonderful example of Victorian architecture being demolished .
Beautiful shops and an assortment of eateries , piano music in the background and then up to the second level to the Meeting Place and a spectacular statue by the artist Paul Day
It is an amazing statue of a couple saying either goodbye or hello , evocative of both a bygone era when meetings were harder to arrange and contemporary times where people travel more easily more often and further than ever before .
The tactile frieze around the base , tells stories and is so engaging and emotive .
The statue and the iconic clock is the first thing you will see when alighting from the Eurostar and that must be a stunning sight .
We had a delicious lunch in Carluccios one of several restaurants on that level and just sat and watched the world go by . So glad we went and well worth a visit on its own even if not catching a train while there .Written September 16, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - AdamBurt🇬🇧🏴Leeds, UK1,114 contributionsGood Memorial of great animals during the war. Great view up close, first time I see it back in 2019, was on coach go past it.Written March 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- The Codnor TravellerCodnor, UK139 contributionsBuilt in 1919 after the horror of the First World War, this monument was designed to honour the glorious dead.
The 1919 structure was, and was always intended to be, a temporary structure - one that was replaced the following year with the stone monolith that we see today.
Cenotaph in Greek means "empty tomb," and so the monument became the focal point for families mourning loved ones who had died overseas with no known graves.
Today, it stands in the middle of Whitehall and serves its national duty every year when it becomes the focal point of national remembrance.
It is quite an unassuming thing, really. When you look at some of the ostentatious statues and structures built up around central London, this one feels reassuringly understated. I quite like that. It has a very British feel to it, even though it is also a focal point of remembrance for all Commonwealth nations that fought and died for freedom.
I can't say I "enjoyed" my visit to The Cenotaph, as that would be the wrong turn of phrase, however I certainly appreciated it, and would urge anyone visiting London to pay their respects as they pass by.Written July 21, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Deanosaur89Edmonton, Canada8,617 contributionsThis obelisk is originally from Alexandria, Egypt and is right by the River Thames near the Embankment station. It was a quick stop for us but interesting because we are into Egyptian history and the signage explains how the obelisk got there, how long it has been there and how the damage occurred during the war.
This is near the Victoria Embankment Garden and not too far from the theater area, Trafalgar Square, Big Ben and a number of other attractions in London.Written July 1, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - weekakEdinburgh, UK1,836 contributionsLittle Ben, a small clock tower to greet you as you come out of Victoria underground and looks very quaint and cute day and night!Written November 19, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
