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Palace of Westminster
London SW1A 0AA
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Open hours of Palace of Westminster
Sunday
Closed
Monday
10am–4pm
Tuesday
10am–4pm
Wednesday
10am–4pm
Thursday
10am–4pm
Friday
10am–4pm
Saturday
Closed
Reviews of Palace of Westminster
A.Westminster Hall, It's a beautiful place to visit and spend time, where you can collect, smartphone style audio and interactive app guide, with settings for adults and children.
free access tour of the Houses of Parliament. Excellent tour and well worth the time.
If you want to do the same then book through your MP
R. W.Fantastic your. Really interesto and informative. Amazing building.
A. M.I took the guided tour to the Parliament and loved it! Our guide was really friendly as well as all the staff. The building is just marvellous and the sense of being inside such an important place is a bit overwhelming. I really recommend the visit, it's really worth it, especially if you like politics, history and architecture.
R. B. H.Nice architectured bulding in city of London
K. C.Awesome displays and information. Really enjoyed my visit. Could not sit on any of the benches which is reasonable. Sad you could not take photos inside but that is understandable as well.
I.Pity a the work is going on but it is necessary, still from what you can see it still an imposing building with excellent architecture
J. G.This building is such a pivotal place to entire UK history and such an important building of both governance and historic significance. It is often a place where many different events happen around it and where many wonderful and interesting things can be seen.
P. T.It's my favourite touristic point in London as the the building is so beautiful and it's the heart of London
F. H.Beautiful building and the inside was full of history and fun stories from our enthusiastic guide. I enjoyed all the stories of parliament, the monarchy, and events that have happened in this building over the years. Getting to go into the House of Commons was a highlight for me.
H. R.Among the most known iconic and historical landmark in the world. Worth visiting to appreciate the neo Gothic architecture while learning the history of the building.
Located at the north bank of the River Thames and within walking distance to few other interesting attraction.
It is quite unfortunate that the Elizabeth Tower is still under renovation. Hopefully will able to see the entire structure once the renovations finishes
L. B.Absolutely fascinating, full of interesting history, architecture is unbelievable, well worth a visit.
R. M.Fortunate enough to go inside and take a tour and walk around, was there for an award ceremony for an apprentice program for school leavers joining the Bank i worked for. Some amazing rooms and architecture, well worth a visit.
J. H.One of the world's most beautiful parliament buildings and a really impressive sight.
Unfortunately there always seems to be at least one part of the building that is under renovation and covered in ugly scaffolding. Furthermore it is not possible for the public to visit the interior.
R. N.Loved the tour. Lots of interesting facts.
J. D.Tony Blair, before he became leader of the Labour Party, on his way into parliament. Taken around the time of the resignation of Margaret Thatcher, outside the main gates of the Houses of Parliament.
E.Stunning architecture and lovely place for a photo opportunity!
K. (.Serving as the de-facto hub for the British Parliament, and being one of the largest building complexes in London, the Palace features kind staff and tours that allow you to feel satisfied with your knowledge of how the parliament works.
J. J.I love the design and construction of this building. It is so detailed and ornate. The lighting at dusk really makes it come alive.
D. C.My favourite building in London. Great architecture, shame that Big Ben is under renovation. If you are going inside, the security line moves faster than it looks. Central lobby is very pretty.
D. S. D.As my schedule was jam packed I did not have the opportunity to visit this palace though I saw the beauty of this Palace from Thames Cruise ride. I quickly took some photographs like many others. A great view of architecture. It was a beautiful morning, the weather was cloudy and had sunny spells sometimes.
A. W.The seat of democracy in the UK. It's an astoundingly beautiful building with endless historic links.
E. L.I couldn't visit London without seeing palace. For whatever reason, I had in my head that Big Ben was this towering structure that could be seen from almost everywhere in the city. I was way off in that regard, but ultimately I was not disappointed. Stepping out of the Underground and craning your neck up to see Big Ben towering over the street is a really cool experience. You can also get much closer than I would have imagined.
S. H.Its name, which derives from the neighbouring Westminster Abbey, may refer to several historic structures but most often: the Old Palace, a medieval building-complex largely destroyed by fire in 1834, or its replacement, the New Palace that stands today. The palace is owned by the monarch in right of the Crown and, for ceremonial purposes, retains its original status as a royal residence. Committees appointed by both houses manage the building and report to the Speaker of the House of Commons and to the Lord Speaker,
The first royal palace constructed on the site dated from the 11th century, and Westminster became the primary residence of the Kings of England until fire destroyed the royal apartments in 1512 (after which, the nearby Palace of Whitehall was established). The remainder of Westminster continued to serve as the home of the Parliament of England, which had met there since the 13th century, and also as the seat of the Royal Courts of Justice, based in and around Westminster Hall. In 1834 an even greater fire ravaged the heavily rebuilt Houses of Parliament, and the only significant medieval structures to survive were Westminster Hall, the Cloisters of St Stephen's, the Chapel of St Mary Undercroft, and the Jewel Tower
In the subsequent competition for the reconstruction of the Palace, the architect Charles Barry won with a design for new buildings in the Gothic Revival style, specifically inspired by the English Perpendicular Gothic style of the 14th–16th centuries. The remains of the Old Palace (except the detached Jewel Tower) were incorporated into its much larger replacement, which contains over 1,100 rooms organised symmetrically around two series of courtyards and which has a floor area of 112,476 m2 (1,210,680 sq ft).[1] Part of the New Palace's area of 3.24 hectares (8 acres) was reclaimed from the River Thames, which is the setting of its nearly 300-metre long (980 ft) façade,[1] called the River Front. Augustus Pugin, a leading authority on Gothic architecture and style, assisted Barry and designed the interior of the Palace. Construction started in 1840 and lasted for 30 years, suffering great delays and cost overruns, as well as the death of both leading architects; works for the interior decoration continued intermittently well into the 20th century. Major conservation work has taken place since then to reverse the effects of London's air pollution, and extensive repairs followed the Second World War, including the reconstruction of the Commons Chamber following its bombing in 194
The Palace is one of the centres of political life in the United Kingdom; "Westminster" has become a metonym for the UK Parliament and the British Government, and the Westminster system of government commemorates the name of the palace. The Elizabeth Tower, in particular, often referred to by the name of its main bell, Big Ben, has become an iconic landmark of London and of the United Kingdom in general, one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city, and an emblem of parliamentary democracy. Tsar Nicholas I of Russia called the new palace "a dream in stone".[3][4] The Palace of Westminster has been a Grade I listed building since 1970 and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987
S. S.This was one of the main things I was very excited to see on our first trip to London. Mostly because I remember waking up super early and watching Will and Kate's wedding here live. The abbey feels more ancient and medieval vs. the delicate opulence and splendor of the cathedral. Another lovely part of our visit was the afternoon tea in the cloister cellars of the abbey. How cool is it to say you took tea in Westminster Abbey?! We hadn't had a breakfast really beforehand so this hit the spot. The food was surprisingly great and some of our favorite from all the tea services we had on our trip. It was such a nice way to prolong our time at the abbey and really take it all in.
E. M.Beautiful building and the inside was full of history and fun stories from our enthusiastic guide. I enjoyed all the stories of parliament, the monarchy and events that have happened in this building over the years. Getting to go into the House of Commons was a highlight for me.
R. S.Beautiful building and the inside was full of history and fun stories from our enthusiastic guide. I enjoyed all the stories of parliament, the monarchy, and events that have happened in this building over the years.
C. Y.Beautiful architecture! Breathtaking!
If you have time, definitely take a tour inside.
It's right next to Big Ben.
Another famous landmark in London. check out both day time and night time. Very different feel.
R. M.So much of British history packed into this place! This is the meeting place for House of Commons and the House of Lords. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. It has been destroyed and rebuilt multiple times in it's history. There is no casual access to the interior - must get a ticket from an MP or a Lord!
P. H.Very beautiful and interesting place to visit inside. I took the audio-guided tour to wander around the rooms at my own pace and was really impressed by the architecture. I'm not that much into politics, so was actually surprised how interesting I found all the details about the workings and history of the British parliament. So fascinating facts you can learn there! And you get to personally visit the familiar-from-the-news chambers of both Houses. Definitely worth a visit!
J. F.Not only are the Houses of Parliament beautiful edifices that sit on prime real estate on the northern banks of the Thames River in downtown London - the very center as it were - but they are also steeped in history. Knowledgable guides give you the background and the history on tours which are well worth taking. There is so much to see and learn - this is a real insight into the multi-faceted history of England
M. M.I got to ask a lot of questions about the UK’s Houses of Parliament and this was very engaging and eye opening.
P. K.It is not under maintenance works in contrary to big Ben - whole elevation is clearly visible from all angles. The style of this building really impressed me, it is still in such beautiful and good state after so many years. I'll certainly back and visit it inside.
D. T.Staff very friendly and knowledgeable. Great experience highly recommend!!!!
Y.Beautiful view of London’s most famous landmark.
A. M. J.One of the most popular place in London and this is like a heart of the City...
A. K.How intricate and beautiful the architectural design of this place is is really marvelous. It’s a great site for photos and simply enjoying the atmosphere of London. It’s importance to the city makes it all the more great to visit. I loved checking this place out and I think anyone visiting London should.
J. C.The exterior and interior of the great place were most excellent to view. The detailed tour given to us by the most enthusiastic tour guide was exceptional, giving us insightful information into the history of the place and the priceless objects housed within it as well as it's role at the heart of the political nation.
N. H.Not included in London pass, but totally worth the visit. The palace is monumental, with great public access including the main hall and both houses of parliament. The self guided audio book tour may very well be the best in London. Especially for Americans, the history of both the site and parliament itself well be cheeky and entertaining, and you'll have stories (and innuendos) for days. Be sure to preorder tickets, which you can pick up at the palace entrance itself, rather than the ticket office a few blocks away.
S. N.Visiting the mother of all Parliaments could be a dull tedious affair, but the guide Felix made it a lively affair. The tour includes the main lobby, both the house of commons and the Lords with time for questions and also parts of the house used by the Queen during the state opening. The original parts of the building are harmonious if a little over decorated by Pugin. It's no wonder the poor fellow went mad and ended up in the Bethlehem hospital (Bedlam - now the Imperial War Museum site). The tour can be 75 minutes and varies from very cool, bordering on cold in Westminster Hall, to a balmy House of Lords. The guide made it very good fun in learning about the process of Parliament and Government, so well done Felix.
b. o.Brilliant day out. Staff very friendly, approachable and knowledgeable. This is a beautiful building and well worth a visit. We also booked a cream tea which was delicious and, despite the cold, went out in to the terrace to take photos of London.
A. K.What a truly fantastic place. Such great architecture and history that lies in and around this building. There is a great sense of national pride associated with this building. Managed to go and sit in the gallery and listen to the minister debate which is an Experience in itself. If you have the chance to go then go here.
A. J. B. (. J.A magnificent building full of history and has lots of stories to tell. You can't help but feel amazed as you walk through the corridors, lobbies and the two houses of parliament.
Love the fact you get free roam of the building's public areas and that you can go around at your own pace. It really helps you take it all in.
C. B.Great architecture. But right now is repair there.
D. O.Been there 3 times on invite from the International LAW and foreign policy relations committee. Great magnificent edifice and a sight to behold and stunning location.
G. T.Fantastic guided tour.
W. R.Our tour on 15 May was guided by Philip Grady, and was one of the most memorable and fascinating guided tours that I have ever enjoyed over several decades of visiting historic buildings and sites in the UK and abroad. A guided tour of the Palace of Westminster is very worthwhile, and brings the whole building to life. My only criticism is that no photography is permitted during the tour, but that does not really reduce the enjoyment of the whole experience.
A. G.The interior of the palace (or House of Parliament) is beautiful. The experience of entering the debate rooms for the House of Commons and House of Lords is unique (looking forward to recognizing it in TV). I have enjoyed the audio-guided tour. It’s not too long that you get bored and it’s long enough to point out important facts/information about the palace and the various rooms within. Photos are only allowed in the first two rooms.
C. R.The Thames Barrier is a marvel of engineer to keep London safe from flooding by high tides and storm surges. Have visited the information centre before and never written a review until now. Looks amazing.We took a gentle walk from the O2 along the Thames Path to the Thames Barrier. There is a small information centre situated below the cafe and it is well worth a visit.
G. C.One of the best tours you can have...Even if the tickets seem a bit expensive, it definitely worth it. You are given an audio guide (free of charge) that provides you all the useful information about the history of this impressive building. You will have the chance to wander around the parliament's halls (House of Lords and House of Commons) and see the place where all decisions for country's future are taken! Recommended!
W. M.A great place to visit for a few hours even if your not into politics! Recommend you take the earphones to get the full story as you go meaning you can also walk through at your own pace. Thought the commons and House of Lords sections were fascinating. My only comment was how cold the chapel area was otherwise a great visit.
J. L.The tour you can take on the weekend is well worth it. Ensure you book tickets before and don’t bring a lot of stuff as there is a full airport style security. Once in you get to see both Houses of Parliament and learn about its history and ways of working. Very educational
N. m.Visit Houses of Parliament, very very beautiful interior and symbol of British democracy. Great audioguide, you can imagine the guy screaming ORDER, the Queen's speech while standing on those beautifully decorated places. Recommend watching a session of their work on youtube before visiting to get the feeling. Very much worth the price (not cheap)
S. P.My wife and I took a 90 minute guided tour. It was a great experience and very informative. There was no pictures allowed during the tour. The tour guide was kind and very knowledgeable. The tour takes you through Queens Robing Room, Princes Chamber, Lords Chamber,Central Lobby, and Commons Chamber.
I would recommend this tour.
K. W.Amazing tour of the Houses of Parliament today by an official blue badge guide very interesting, informative and entertaining. Lovely afternoon tea with great waiting staff and views of the river. When leaving a very friendly and knowledgeable security guard went the extra mile to show us out and share some of his own interests and experiences of this wonderful historic building! Thank you!
F. P.Visiting Parliament was awesome! The history, the building, the people, everything made it worth every penny (pence!). Even the police were nice. We expected to spend 2 hours and left after almost 4 hours. Definitely worth a repeat.
N. G.Exceedingly fascinating, very beautiful and steeped in history. Unfortunately you are not allowed to take photos in most of it.
A. S.Not only are the Houses of Parliament beautiful edifices that sit on prime real estate on the northern banks of the Thames River in downtown London - the very center as it were - but they are also steeped in history. Knowledgable guides give you the background and the history on tours which are well worth taking. There is so much to see and learn - this is a real insight into the multi-faceted history of England. Great tourguide, and fascinating tour. Downside is that we were rushed through this expensive tour because we were the absolute last for the day. Long line, and not able to take pictues...even of statues, etc.
P. P.Fantastic place. I had a guided tour it was worth it. I am a history nerd so it was great to hear a British man explaining the history of the place, the events like the Queen opening the parliament (go see it on YouTube) and how the British parliament works. Again it is an amazing place
P. G.Magnificent palace full of history and culture! From the breath-taking House of Lords (and the Royal rooms surrounding it) to the austerity of the House of Commons, every single detail and anectode about this building sums perfectly up the British way of thinking, and will make everyone happy, both Royalty fans and political junkies. If England were a building, it would be without the shadow of any doubt the House of Parliament!
I highly recommend the guided tour!
A. P.Another must see in London, just a few steps from the Big Ben and Westminster Abbey
V. M.Most of the palace is currently under renovation. Nonetheless it's worth visiting. An iconic structure and you can get some brilliant shots from the Westminster bridge. Big Ben is also currently under renovation (the adjoining structure) next to the palace.
R. A.It's just a must see old beautiful palace. Whilst in London, you need to come and admire the amazing architecture of the building. I would prefer the breathtaking view from the other side of the Thames.
S. E. M.The Palace of Westminster serves as the meeting place for both the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. Informally known as the Houses of Parliament after its occupants, the Palace lies on the north bank of the River Thames in the City of Westminster, in central London, England.
Its name, which derives from the neighbouring Westminster Abbey, may refer to several historic structures but most often: the Old Palace, a medieval building-complex largely destroyed by fire in 1834, or its replacement, the New Palace that stands today. The palace is owned by the monarch in right of the Crown and, for ceremonial purposes, retains its original status as a royal residence. Committees appointed by both houses manage the building and report to the Speaker of the House of Commons and to the Lord Speaker.
The first royal palace constructed on the site dated from the 11th century, and Westminster became the primary residence of the Kings of England until fire destroyed the royal apartments in 1512 (after which, the nearby Palace of Whitehall was established). The remainder of Westminster continued to serve as the home of the Parliament of England, which had met there since the 13th century, and also as the seat of the Royal Courts of Justice, based in and around Westminster Hall. In 1834 an even greater fire ravaged the heavily rebuilt Houses of Parliament, and the only significant medieval structures to survive were Westminster Hall, the Cloisters of St Stephen's, the Chapel of St Mary Undercroft, and the Jewel Tower.
In the subsequent competition for the reconstruction of the Palace, the architect Charles Barry won with a design for new buildings in the Gothic Revival style, specifically inspired by the English Perpendicular Gothic style of the 14th–16th centuries. The remains of the Old Palace (except the detached Jewel Tower) were incorporated into its much larger replacement, which contains over 1,100 rooms organised symmetrically around two series of courtyards and which has a floor area of 112,476 m2 (1,210,680 sq ft).[1] Part of the New Palace's area of 3.24 hectares (8 acres) was reclaimed from the River Thames, which is the setting of its nearly 300-metre long (980 ft) façade, called the River Front. Augustus Pugin, a leading authority on Gothic architecture and style, assisted Barry and designed the interior of the Palace. Construction started in 1840 and lasted for 30 years, suffering great delays and cost overruns, as well as the death of both leading architects; works for the interior decoration continued intermittently well into the 20th century. Major conservation work has taken place since then to reverse the effects of London's air pollution, and extensive repairs followed the Second World War, including the reconstruction of the Commons Chamber following its bombing in 1941.
The Palace is one of the centres of political life in the United Kingdom; "Westminster" has become a metonym for the UK Parliament and the British Government, and the Westminster system of government commemorates the name of the palace. The Elizabeth Tower, in particular, often referred to by the name of its main bell, Big Ben, has become an iconic landmark of London and of the United Kingdom in general, one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city, and an emblem of parliamentary democracy. Tsar Nicholas I of Russia called the new palace "a dream in stone". The Palace of Westminster has been a Grade I listed building since 1970 and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987
Z. A.Certainly the most beautiful building in London (and quite possibly all of Europe), it is a must! Open on Saturdays for non-UK citizens, the tour lasts about 75 minutes is and is worth every second. The interior architecture and design is breathtaking. Unfortunately, photos are not allowed but a guide book with information and professional photos is available at the gift shop for £7.50
M. i.A government office that isn't staid or sterile - the angles, the materials, the colours are majestic.
S. P.I couldn't recommend this place highly enough, the beauty, history and art the place holds has a real presence from when you walk through the door.
The Art collections have little rivals in the galleries of Europe.
The House of Lords is so decedent and luxurious it could hardly be compared to the House of Commons which isn't exactly dull, but isn't as golden
All should attend
H. M.Fantastic experience. The staff is very friendly, helpful and extremely knowledgeable. The integration of our visit with the workings of parliament was seamless. And with the audio guide, we learned a tremendous amount about the buildings and the working of parliament, so I highly recommend the audio guide. Another solution would be a guided tour. Be aware that a lot of construction is going on both inside and outside. It is best to book your tour in advance. Also, photography is very limited inside the parliament buildings. Plan on 1.5 to 2 hours. There is a lot of walking, so wear comfortable shoes and plan accordingly. A must visit in London.
J. E.one of the most beautiful pieces of architecture in the world, no matter the nuffies who reside there
B. P.Really nice palace! I totally recommend visiting it.
S. G.Fantastic tour and interesting place
V. B.This visit really exceeded my expectations. It was exciting to see the chambers of the Commons and Lords - we were able to stand at the dispatch boxes and even saw a couple of recognisable MPs in the Members' Lobby. Now I understand where the term 'lobbying your MP' comes from! Some of the rooms are spectacularly beautiful - particularly the Prince's Chamber, the Royal Gallery and the Queen's Robing Room. Westminster Hall is the oldest remaining part of the palace and is really breath-taking. One can imagine King Henry VIII holding court in there.
A. F.It's free to watch the House of Commons debates, so go in...
We were visiting Westminster Abbey and decided to go into the Parliament last minute and did not regret it at all. It takes some time to go through security, get a visitor's pass and queue to get access to the House of Commons chamber. It was definitely worth the visit specifically for our kids and also for us adults. The way they debate policy is unique in the UK and quite different from this other side of the Atlantic. TIP: Check the website in advance to see the schedule of the topics they will be debating during a given date & time. Quite a bit of people where there watching (some school kids of different ages as well as many tourists and people involved in politics) We did not stayed too long, just perhaps 30 mins, enough for our kids to get a sense of how politics is done in the UK.
U. E.A truly icon building! This building is London. The architecture and keen attention to detail is unbelievable. There is so much history in this building. I will start with one quick fact. But not quite as much as you'd think. Almost all of the old Palace of Westminster was destroyed by fire in 1834. The present building was officially opened, incomplete, in 1852.
G. H.The Palace of Westminster, housing both Houses of Parliament, is a stunning architectural masterpiece. The tours are great, with the guides seeming to be very knowledgeable, but be careful to try and visit at a time when parliament isn't in session, as otherwise you won't be able do the entire tour.
J. B.This iconic building is long overdue for major repairs. It is a fascinating building and looks good from a distance but close up the decay is obvious. I feel sorry for our elected representatives who have to work in these conditions. Good to hear that renovations are being planned.
b. s.This place is amazing! You get to learn the history of Britain. You even get your free audio guide. At dusk, it really comes alive and is so beautiful.I have always loved to go there and when I had the chances I would always go! Definitely Recommended!!!
b. s.This place is amazing! You get to learn the history of Britain. You even get your free audio guide. At dusk, it really comes alive and is so beautiful.I have always loved to go there and when I had the chances I would always go! Definitely Recommended!!!
S. S.Stunningly beautiful building steeped in history, from the original palace which was built in 1047 (I believe) to the houses of commons and lords. Full of history and more being made as we go....
Also if you are lucky enough and able to it is also an amazing venue for a drinks event.
A. M.I love how the architecture of the past is so complex with many ornaments and little details that are so eye-catching. Nobody does that anymore. It just looks so glamorous. Houses of Parliament is no exception. Buildings like this always remind me of a castle. Imagine how much work had to be done to build such a magnificent thing.
V. S.Majestic by all means, imposing, emblematic, the palace of westminster serves as the meeting place of the House of lords and house of commons. As part of the construction is the big ben, set on the side if the river Thanes is one of the most renowned places in the world full of history. Visited by thousands of tourists everyday.
H. D.Wonderful journey down the history lane. Birth place of Westminster democracy or parliamentary democracy as we have come to know. A must for any student of law and Democracy. Too bad British who have all public museums free charge hefty £30 to visit what is Britain's best gift to our civilization and should their proudest landmark. Make it free and charge every upper stiff lip. Tour guides are wonderful. No attempt to scrub colonial past. Should offer a residency program to every dictator of the world. Was hoping to see hordes of school children but didn't. Fee?
J. T.Love the architecture outside, although the inside has a lot to be desired. If you want to tour the place, then it is free during weekdays and also a chance for you to listen to political debates (if that is your thing).
S. V.Its a world heritage site, full of history and offer political culture experience of UK, house of loads and house of common will give lots of history about this place. Buy online tickets and come ahead to beat the queue.
F. G.An iconic Building with a beautiful view
M. B.A must visit place, if you are in Westminster in Central London. Grab a coffee or a fruit chiller, take a walk across the street and take some pictures. Limited rooms are open to the visitors.
Just some walking distance from the river Thames, this historic Palace of Westminster is the meeting place of the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom ( House of Lords & House of Commons both).
J. T.Unique building. Architectural masterpiece. Well worth a visit to this seat of power. They do public tours of the building when parliament isn't sitting. Worth getting on one of these if you can.
B. P.Get your tickets on line before you go to avoid disappointment. The tour is excellent with a lot of insightful facts that I had no idea about beforehand. The tour guides are excellent and really know their history. The buildings and art are a must see.
E. M.I DID NOT ENTER INTO THE ESTABLISHMENT, BUT IT WAS EXCITING TO SEE. IT WAS VERY 'CONGESTED' IN THE AREA, BUT I GUESS THATS TO BE EXPECTED WITH SO MUCH TO SEE IN THIS AREA.
B. L.5 STARS! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 AMAZING.
The weather was beautiful making for a great visit to the Palace of Westminster. This place along with Big Ben should be on your sightseeing list. Even though Big Ben is currently under construction, you can still see the clock. The Palace of Westminster is such a beautiful building with so much history - makes for really beautiful photos. Highly recommend the visit.
M. V.Went there with a school group so we luckily got to skip long queues. The tour guide we had was also very enthusiastic so he really kept us engaged (which is pretty difficult with students). you get to see a fair bit of the building but would definitely recommend that you buy a ticket before-hand if possible.
V. C.Absolutely wonderful and historic place
R. H.Beautiful buildings and history, however not allowed to sit or take photos. Tour guide made historical errors and was corrected by a tourist oops
P. A. S.It’s a big building! Beside Big Ben!
M. S.My family and I really enjoyed the tour .This was my second visit . Our guide Tom Lacy was excellent / 5 * very knowledgeable and good speaker .
I had a similar tour 28 years ago .
M. G.I think every honourable gentleman will agree this is a great, well paced audio tour. Full of contrived traditions and with reasonably priced coffee. Shame about the photography restrictions.
M. U.You must visit here if come to London.
A. K.The Palace of Westminster serves as the meeting place of the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. Commonly known as the Houses of Parliament after its occupants, the Palace lies on the north bank of the River Thames in the City of Westminster, in central London, England.
Its name, which derives from the neighbouring Westminster Abbey, may refer to either of two structures: the Old Palace, a medieval building-complex destroyed by fire in 1834, or its replacement, the New Palace that stands today. The palace is owned by the monarch in right of the Crown and, for ceremonial purposes, retains its original status as a royal residence. Committees appointed by both houses manage the building and report to the Speaker of the House of Commons and to the Lord Speaker.
T. H.The guided tours last about an hour and fifteen minutes and are really interesting. The inside of the building is stunning. It is a beautiful place full of history. The oldest part is over 900 years old! A must see!
T. H.The Houses of Parliament is one of my absolute favourite tours in London! If you can book a tour of the building, I highly suggest you check it out! You'll learn more about the history of the building as well as all of the little secrets the building possesses. You truly feel like a part of history. #Oktoberwurst
S. M. S. K.The Palace of Westminster serves as the meeting place for both the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. Informally known as the Houses of Parliament after its occupants, the Palace lies on the north bank of the River Thames in the City of Westminster, in central London, England.
Its name, which derives from the neighbouring Westminster Abbey, may refer to several historic structures but most often: the Old Palace, a medieval building-complex largely destroyed by fire in 1834, or its replacement, the New Palace that stands today. The palace is owned by the monarch in right of the Crown and, for ceremonial purposes, retains its original status as a royal residence. Committees appointed by both houses manage the building and report to the Speaker of the House of Commons and to the Lord Speaker.
The first royal palace constructed on the site dated from the 11th century, and Westminster became the primary residence of the Kings of England until fire destroyed the royal apartments in 1512 (after which, the nearby Palace of Whitehall was established). The remainder of Westminster continued to serve as the home of the Parliament of England, which had met there since the 13th century, and also as the seat of the Royal Courts of Justice, based in and around Westminster Hall. In 1834 an even greater fire ravaged the heavily rebuilt Houses of Parliament, and the only significant medieval structures to survive were Westminster Hall, the Cloisters of St Stephen's, the Chapel of St Mary Undercroft, and the Jewel Tower.
In the subsequent competition for the reconstruction of the Palace, the architect Charles Barry won with a design for new buildings in the Gothic Revival style, specifically inspired by the English Perpendicular Gothic style of the 14th–16th centuries. The remains of the Old Palace (except the detached Jewel Tower) were incorporated into its much larger replacement, which contains over 1,100 rooms organised symmetrically around two series of courtyards and which has a floor area of 112,476 m2 (1,210,680 sq ft).[1] Part of the New Palace's area of 3.24 hectares (8 acres) was reclaimed from the River Thames, which is the setting of its nearly 300-metre long (980 ft) façade,[1] called the River Front. Augustus Pugin, a leading authority on Gothic architecture and style, assisted Barry and designed the interior of the Palace. Construction started in 1840 and lasted for 30 years, suffering great delays and cost overruns, as well as the death of both leading architects; works for the interior decoration continued intermittently well into the 20th century. Major conservation work has taken place since then to reverse the effects of London's air pollution, and extensive repairs followed the Second World War, including the reconstruction of the Commons Chamber following its bombing in 1941.
S. P.This building is a world landmark on the outside, but definitely look into the guided tours to get a detailed look at fascinating periods of English history. I'm still trying to unpack Parliament's complicated relationship even today with Cromwell.
R. A.I had one of my best days of my life when I visited the Palace. It was incredible, perhaps the most beautiful parliament in the world. A big thank you to my guide.
N. K.No photography inside. Countless tombs and dedications to famous politicians, poets, writers, and much more. History is preserved in this abbey with stunning architecture. Also features the oldest door in London.
B. C.Home of the British Parliament, the Palace at Westminster might be one of the most ornate buildings in the world. Definitely take one of the guided tours to learn about how the UK government functions- they're available every Saturday and weekdays when Parliament is not in session.
S. o. J. M. K.2013-04-11 - We only went by and had a look at the building. It is a really beautiful building and if you are into architecture and old constructions then it is quite interesting.
T. G.The Palace of Westminster, also known as the Houses of Parliament, is the meeting place of the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The Palace along with Big Ben are two of the top London attractions that dot the city-escape.Home to the world’s most famous clock, Big Ben (officially the Queen Elizabeth Tower, but no one calls it that), the Houses of Parliament is a neo-Gothic wonder built in the mid-19th century. It is made up of two houses – the Commons and the Lords – and if you reserve ahead (or just try your luck on the day) you can go inside to watch British democracy in action.
B. B. W. D. I. H.Beautiful architects of their consistency of showing the beauty of design. The magnificent members of the House of Lords with special blessings to them and their families. Still holds the true standards of what true gentleman would do for the lady for instance when its a rainy day it would make puddles and your lady would be exiting a carriage a true gentleman would take his jacket or cloak off and laid upon the puddle to ensure his lady do not touch the dirty water of her elegant in her grace then the gentleman would take that cloak and discarded to be cleaned later. This is a proper for old Englishman to remember the true definition of a true gentleman.
N. L.Lucky enough to be invited to lunch here as its been on my wish list for ever. Loved it - the history the architecture and everything except one. The food and wines were awful.
미.Beautiful place. Wish to visit again after the construction.
N. S.Absolutely amazing to visit. I've always wanted to see Westminster and I wasn't disappointed! The security staff were very kind and professional and the audio tour was extremely informative. Well worth the price!
F. K.You can send a letter or postcard after your visit in House of Commons.
O. F.Fantastic visitor attraction. Stunning sights and skyline too. Lots of iconic buildings locally and conveniently situated just outside a tube spot! Perfect!
Great day out with the kids with plenty of other attractions nearby.
A. B.Amazing piece of architectural history. Best view from Lambeth Palace Road (South of river Thames). Or from a window in St. Thomas Hospital (Tommys). Tenements that housed the most socially disadvantaged were cleared in order to extend the hospital. Due to gentrification (refer Thatcher years at the seat of Parliament) the locals have been marginalised and no longer able to reside in local community. The land around County Hall became prime acquisition for 'development' for the benefit of the wealthy.
The Palace of Westminster is the 'seat' of the Government. St. Thomas hospital 'private' rooms provide a great vantage point.
It is a building that houses the elected members of Parliament. And Boris has the privalege of occupying the most important seat in the building alongside his cabinet. Dominic lurks around - the place is haunted.
K. C.Most iconic historical structure of London. No visit to London can be called completed with the visit to this place. The structurebis equally mesmerizing from outside like it is from inside. Look out for the timings to gonin asbit closes quite early.
d. s.Amazing freedom protest yet again, great feeling of oneness in the crowd!
J. P.one of the most beautiful buildings at sunset... omg... the sun comes through the windows like liquid gold with the backdrop of the river... amazing.
M. C.Beautiful palace, and the guided tour was ok, but 45 min for the palace is not enough! I you look in detail, you will find that all the rooms have something referring to queen Victoria. Available tours in 5 languages and every 15 min.
c. s.Execellant tour of the house of parliament and lords, long wait but well worth the wait, great for people into history, great day out. Lots of interesting fact so find out and learn about. We did our own quiz of trying to put names to faces on some of the painting. good day out for family and friends.
D. C.Audio guide gives great history lesson and place is very beautiful. Sadly, no photographs allowed. Poor navigation, sometimes you don't know where to go next.
A. W.Brilliant Day Out! yet again... visited this place more times than i can remember. Great place to take guests/tourists that you have or visitors staying, a lot of history and remarkable architecture to take in!
E. C.Fantastic building, very impressive. The tour gives you a real sense of how we came to have our modern system of government, very interesting and informative. I LIKED!
H. H.We took the guided tour yesterday and the guide spoke with knowledge and passion what a shame the guides are being replaced with students and a script . So go now or you may feel you lose out. 1000 years of history and in future it will be a person with a script. How disappointing that we choose to present our history so poorly when we have so much to offer to visitors. Please rethink this Westminster.
D. D. R.You can book a free tour through your local MP or paid via the website if you are visiting the city. Amazing building with plenty of history and politics inside. The guide was very friendly and approachable. Very humbling and imprrssive to see the House of Commons and Lords and beyond. Unfortunately there is only few places you are allowed to take pictures, which is weird because it is on tv all the time.
A. Z.Love the magnificent building and, of course, the big ben which is right beside. Went for a guided tour in the building and is a pity that we are not allowed take any picture inside, except the westminister hall. The duration of the guided tour is a bit short, it would be more worth the ticket price if we are able to tour the big ben.
I. L.being a taxpayer I was a bit miffed at having to pay for a tour round my own seat of Government but after this very interesting tour I can say it was worth every penny, The guide was very informative and answered all questions and I learned a lot about how my government works.
i would recommend this tour to anyone interested in history or politics,
T. G.The outside of Parliament is stunning, but the tour was a bit dry. I don't think I got anything out of it that I couldn't have gotten from just reading things about Parliament online. Probably worth doing if you're really into British History. #Oktoberwurst
G. M.It is great building with lots of history, The Palace of Westminster serves as the meeting place of the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom
P. B.So I'm an Englishman and only really discovered the Houses of Parliment when I went to lobby my MP. But wow its a great building just jammed packed with history. You can visit it on a Saturday but you must book ahead. I would say that this really is a hidden gem. You won't be disappointed and the shop is great.
P. J. N. L.Lovely experience and very rich in history and acknowledgement.
C. H.Unique building. Architectural masterpiece. Next to famous Big Ben. Open for visits. There usually big queue to guided tours in Summer season. Nearby station: Westminster.
P. B.Awesome Curving. Wonderful place.
p. b.Very wonderful experience. My fiancé and I went with a tour guide, and we learned so much about the Parliament ranging from laws, and up to talking about the Queen.
T. M.I personally am not that into politics, however I was inspired after coming here. I did come on arguably one of the more exciting days; Cameron's final question time. Worth a visit. They have tour guides here.
E. W.We really enjoyed the tour, great way to spend a couple of hours if you're interested in British government and the monarchy, plus there's some really nice interiors, on par with some sections of the cathedrals. As in Buckingham Palace, there's no photos allowed inside, which is a little bummer--but there's plenty you can see online already. The audio tour was great, so much information. I doubt this is a place that would hold a child's interest for more than 10 minutes, though. A large part of the building, including Big Ben, was under renovation during our visit, but the exterior we could see was, as expected, amazing.
p. m.It is a beautiful building with an incredible history. Here is a piece of it
The first royal palace was built on the site in the 11th century, and Westminster was the primary residence of the Kings of England until fire destroyed much of the complex in 1512. After that, it served as the home of the Parliament of England, which had been meeting there since the 13th century. In 1834, an even greater fire ravaged the heavily rebuilt Houses of Parliament, and the only significant medieval structures to survive were Westminster Hall, the Cloisters of St Stephen's, the Chapel of St Mary Undercroft, and the Jewel Tower.
The architect Charles Barry, whose design was for new buildings in the Gothic Revival style, specifically inspired by the English Perpendicular Gothic style of the 14th–16th centuries. The remains of the Old Palace (except the detached Jewel Tower) were incorporated into its much larger replacement, which contains over 1,100 rooms organised symmetrically around two series of courtyards. Part of the New Palace's area of 3.24 hectares (8 acres) was reclaimed from the River Thames, which is the setting of its nearly 300-metre long façade, called the River Front. Barry was assisted byAugustus Pugin, a leading authority on Gothic architecture and style, who designed the interior of the Palace. Construction started in 1840 and lasted for 30 years, suffering great delays and cost overruns, as well as the death of both leading architects; works for the interior decoration continued intermittently well into the 20th century. Major conservation work has been carried out since then to reverse the effects of London's air pollution, and extensive repairs took place after the Second World War, including the reconstruction of the Commons Chamber following its bombing in 1941.
The Palace is one of the centres of political life in the United Kingdom; "Westminster" has become a metonym for the UK Parliament, and the Westminster system of government has taken its name after it. The Elizabeth Tower, in particular, which is often referred to by the name of its main bell, Big Ben, is an iconic landmark of London and the United Kingdom in general, one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city, and an emblem of parliamentary democracy.
The Palace of Westminster has been a Grade I listed building since 1970 and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987.
J. D.Wow, what an amazing building and fascinating piece of history. A must see when you are in London. 5 stars for sure! What a great trip.
D. D.A must see but not really very "interactive" I would combine it with a boat trip from Westminster Pier up to the Tower of London. Was a good visit for us!
H. K.Beautiful palace, so much to learn and see here.
H. V.Amazing went on a tour with our local MP such a historical place. Houses of common and lords such an amazing tour. Westminster Hall and st stephans Hall worth a visit.
J. J. G.Amazing place and architecture! The tickets allow you to enter the Palace and go through its halls, including the House of Commons and the House of Lords.
S. W.A beautiful place and a lovely guided trip; intellectual staff and spectacular sights were abundant in this scenic historical landmark.
M. M.Wonderful - truly wonderful. A most beautiful building steeped in history. The tour guide was very informative and precise. would thoroughly recommend it
A. K.The Palace of Westminster is a fantastic place to visit. The architecture is stunning and I felt priviledged to be visiting a place which has played such a prominent role in our history and is equally important in the present. I visited both the House of Commons and the House of Lords. They are both worth a visit and if you can, try to get tickets to PM's Question Time!
J. F.under upgrading process with big ben now. see you later!
C. L.This is a must see for all tourist and even locals. It is the symbol of the History of Britain and you can arrange tours around the Palace. Our government still runs the country's business from here. It's alive, big and stepped in history.
A.Received a wonderful school tour from a guide named ‘Sophie’ who was interesting, informative and patient. Really made the trip a brilliant experience (in spite of being unable to visit the House of Commons)
E. B.One of London's most recognisable landmarks which is a must see if you've not visited London before. Tours also worthwhile if you have time.
H. E.We had a wonderful tour guide, Reg Denny, he was very informative and knowledgeable. He was humourous and clear in his delivery. He happily answered our questions. We were with a mature group of over 60's ( we were not this old!) and he made sure we had 'sit breaks'!! It is a long tour with lots of steps not for people with walking or health difficulties. I had pedometer on me and did over 9000 steps!! Would recommend the tour, really enjoyed it.
J. A.The Palace of Westminster is the seat of the United Kingdom Parliament. This palace was built in 1016, demolished in 1834 due to a fire, and finally rebuilt between 1840 and 1876. Today, it is possible to visit this architectural gem, but under certain conditions.
P. S.The Palace Of Westminster has recently upped its game when it comes to publicising their tours of the Houses of Parliament. Visits are rather limited when the two Houses are sitting (you can't enter either chamber as a member of the public) but during parliamentary recess it's access all areas - you'll see the Queen's Robing Room, the Lord's Gallery and also get the chance to walk around inside the debating chambers themselves. Don't even think about sitting down however - only those elected by the British public can sit in the Commons, and only those enobled by the Queen in the Lords chamber. Just a tip if you don't want to be summarily marched straight out of the building... and I've seen that happen!
A. Z.This is one of the most iconic tourist attractions in both London and United Kingdom. When I was visiting, the Big Ben Clock was under rennovation.
D. G.I had a tour which was very interesting- we went into the House of Commons and the House of Lords. Then afterwards we got tickets to see Prime Ministers Questions which was amazing!
B. G.we were in Westminster and decided to visit the coffee shop for lunch, we found our way into Westminster Hall (awesome) and then joined the queue to enter the public gallery of the House of Commons - the queueing system is a bit weird, but persevere, we entered as the Prime Minister was making a 'statement to the commons' on terrorism - how cool is that, a spur of the moment decision on where to have coffee and we end up in the Mother of parliaments, witnessing democracy in action - not to be missed!!!
J. W.I love how detailed the façade of the palace is. Looks very grand and imposing.
A. G.Its name, which is derived from the neighbouring Westminster Abbey, may refer to either of two structures: the Old Palace, a medieval building complex destroyed by fire in 1834, and its replacement, the New Palace that stands today. The palace is owned by the monarch in right of the Crown and for ceremonial purposes, retains its original status as a royal residence. The building is managed by committees appointed by both houses, which report to the Speaker of the House of Commons and the Lord Speaker.
The first royal palace was built on the site in the 11th century, and Westminster was the primary residence of the Kings of Englanduntil fire destroyed much of the complex in 1512. After that, it served as the home of the Parliament of England, which had been meeting there since the 13th century, and also as the seat of the Royal Courts of Justice, based in and around Westminster Hall. In 1834, an even greater fire ravaged the heavily rebuilt Houses of Parliament, and the only significant medieval structures to survive were Westminster Hall, the Cloisters of St Stephen's, the Chapel of St Mary Undercroft, and the Jewel Tower.
The subsequent competition for the reconstruction of the Palace was won by the architect Charles Barry, whose design was for new buildings in the Gothic Revival style, specifically inspired by the English Perpendicular Gothic style of the 14th–16th centuries. The remains of the Old Palace (except the detached Jewel Tower) were incorporated into its much larger replacement, which contains over 1,100 rooms organised symmetrically around two series of courtyards and has a floor area of 112,476 m2(1,210,680 sq ft). Part of the New Palace's area of 3.24 hectares (8 acres) was reclaimed from the River Thames, which is the setting of its nearly 300-metre long (980 ft) façade, called the River Front. Barry was assisted by Augustus Pugin, a leading authority on Gothic architecture and style, who designed the interior of the Palace. Construction started in 1840 and lasted for 30 years, suffering great delays and cost overruns, as well as the death of both leading architects; works for the interior decoration continued intermittently well into the 20th century. Major conservation work has been carried out since then to reverse the effects of London's air pollution, and extensive repairs took place after the Second World War, including the reconstruction of the Commons Chamber following its bombing in 1941.
C. K.Starting with a hilarious beginning of one of my daughters hair bows setting off the metal detector, after staff showed her what had set off the alarm and why it wasn't a problem we went on to start the audio tour. The security in the entrance are great with children and made the process, possibly daunting to children, simple, friendly and easy.
2 of us did the full tour while my children did the family tour, at different lengths it takes some time to get to the swing of things, balancing helping the kids through their pieces and pausing and listening to the full tour. However once the flow is found after about stop 3, it really becomes easy,
The audio tour itself was insightful and really interesting and would strongly suggest for anyone with an interest in the building or government as a whole. The full tour balances history of the building with current knowledge whereby the kids tour balances fun facts and challenges to keep them interested and amused.
Some parts really touch on recent history and as an evolving institute I feel the tour evolves with time.
Even when doing an audio tour, members of staff are on hand to answer questions or general enquiries, even security staff did not mind a question or two.
Insightful and entertaining, will certainly do again and certainly do a guided tour in the future. At £5 I would also suggest the tour book on offer, the quality of print and information within is excellent and exceeded expectations.
All in all a brilliant trip for all of the family.
J. Y.beautiful palace, you can pretty much see everything from here. don't miss out on walking along the river and take in the sights. you can see things like the london eye, big ben, etc. also during the winter there are christmas markets just across the river!
J. E.Got a handshake from Prime Minister Boris Johnson, made brexit come early for me. Didn't catch a look at Theresa but I saw Corbyn the little Commie, big up the tories!!!!!
P. C. T.What to say? The best known treasure in London. Beautiful, it's the center of the London's tourism. The Big Ben is the more famous clock in the world and this building is really unique.
E. R. A. (.Pretty photogenic, although you kind of expect the tower to be taller... dunno... Definitely worth walking by and taking good shots of though. The architecture is beautiful.
C. V.Loved doing my work experience here wail at university great place and from a guest point of view it great to see a working parliament very educational
S. M. B.The Palace of Westminster is the meeting place of the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. Commonly known as the Houses of Parliament after its occupants, the Palace lies on the north bank of the River Thames in the City of Westminster, in central London, England.
Palace of Westminster
The Palace of Westminster with Elizabeth Towerand Westminster Bridge, viewed from across the River Thames
LocationWestminster
London
SW1A 0AA
EnglandCoordinates51°29′57″N00°07′29″WArea112,476 m2(1,210,680 sq ft) [1](internal)Built1016Demolished1834 (due to fire)Rebuilt1840–76Architectural style(s)Perpendicular GothicRevivalOwnerQueen Elizabeth II in right of the Crown[2]
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Official name: Palace of Westminster, Westminster Abbey, and St Margaret's ChurchTypeCulturalCriteriai, ii, ivDesignated1987 (11th session)Reference no.426CountryUnited KingdomRegionEuropeExtensions2008
Listed Building – Grade I
Official name: Houses of Parliament / The Palace of WestminsterDesignated5 February 1970Reference no.1226284[3]


Location of the Palace of Westminster in central London
Its name, which is derived from the neighbouring Westminster Abbey, may refer to either of two structures: the Old Palace, a medieval building complex destroyed by fire in 1834, and its replacement, the New Palacethat stands today. The palace is owned by the monarch in right of the Crown and for ceremonial purposes, retains its original status as a royal residence. The building is managed by committees appointed by both houses, which report to the Speaker of the House of Commons and the Lord Speaker.
The first royal palace was built on the site in the 11th century, and Westminster was the primary residence of the Kings of Englanduntil fire destroyed much of the complex in 1512. After that, it served as the home of the Parliament of England, which had been meeting there since the 13th century, and also as the seat of the Royal Courts of Justice, based in and around Westminster Hall. In 1834, an even greater fire ravaged the heavily rebuilt Houses of Parliament, and the only significant medieval structures to survive were Westminster Hall, the Cloisters of St Stephen's, the Chapel of St Mary Undercroft, and the Jewel Tower.
The subsequent competition for the reconstruction of the Palace was won by the architect Charles Barry, whose design was for new buildings in the Gothic Revival style, specifically inspired by the English Perpendicular Gothic style of the 14th–16th centuries. The remains of the Old Palace (except the detached Jewel Tower) were incorporated into its much larger replacement, which contains over 1,100 rooms organised symmetrically around two series of courtyards and has a floor area of 112,476 m2(1,210,680 sq ft).[1] Part of the New Palace's area of 3.24 hectares (8 acres) was reclaimed from the River Thames, which is the setting of its nearly 300-metre long (980 ft) façade,[1]called the River Front. Barry was assisted by Augustus Pugin, a leading authority on Gothic architecture and style, who designed the interior of the Palace. Construction started in 1840 and lasted for 30 years, suffering great delays and cost overruns, as well as the death of both leading architects; works for the interior decoration continued intermittently well into the 20th century. Major conservation work has been carried out since then to reverse the effects of London's air pollution, and extensive repairs took place after the Second World War, including the reconstruction of the Commons Chamber following its bombing in 1941.
J. W.Did the tour on a Saturday. Great access to the key areas of parliament. Recommend for anyone visiting!
A. F.Beautiful building.
K. A.If you are British then this will blow your mind, as they let you go everywhere. The £10 entrance fee is a bargain by central London standards and they don't even make you queue to get in!
C. D.The architecture of this building, and the rest of the city, was amazing to see. Crossing the bridge to get pictures of the Palace was an amazing site, for any traveler.
M. C.Very interesting visit. Shame you can't take photo's of the houses
I. S.A must see building in London.
G. L.An amazing picture taken in an outstanding place. The house of commons in Westminister, London UK capital.
O. Y.Parliament house architecture and history is amazing around here.This is the most touristic place in London.You must visit !
C. T.It's very pretty inside and worth a trip. You'll get to see a lot of sculptures, a lot of history, and read up on how the government works. Very interesting!
B. J.I am looking at the news today and seen that Sajid Javid resigns. I've also seen the environmental minister has been replaced. I would like to know who is up there next it would be good if Mr Gove Michael Gove could be the new environmental minister. We need to sort out. Out every council has to be in sync with each other they all have to recycle the same materials otherwise consumers don't know what to buy they don't know how or when or if it will be recycled this issue needs to be resolved otherwise with photos and images like I will show you now.
M. S.Busy place. Good to see world media reporting from the grounds. BBC, CNN, SABC, ZBC, FOX, AL Jazeera etc...
A. A.The first royal palace constructed on the site dated from the 11th century and Westminster became the primary residence of the Kings of England until fire destroyed much of the complex in 1512. After that, it served as the home of the Parliament of England, which had met there since the 13th century and also as the seat of the Royal Courts of Justice, based in and around Westminster Hall. In 1834 an even greater fire ravaged the heavily rebuilt Houses of Parliament and the only significant medieval structures to survive were Westminster Hall, the Cloisters of St Stephen's the Chapel of St Mary Undercroft, and the Jewel Tower.
K.Iconic and must see. Was under construction.
V. D. K.Booked online a guided tour. A bit expensive but really worth it. The place is amazing. You get to see where and how the law is made. Our guide had really fun stories to tell.
E.Stunning architecture and lovely place for a photo opportunity!
H. F.As one of the most important landmark of London, Westminster is the monument of human ingenuity. We went there to admire this beautiful architecture during the day, and in the evening again while we were visiting London. I am posting a night view photo here.
M. T.It's a shame that it's not easier to get access and see inside. Many other countries have free and constant admittance to parliament buildings for members of the public. It would be nice to see that here too.
P. M.Had a great time here today. The Gove'ster showed me around. That guy knows how to party!!!! Visited Bojo in his offices where he cooked me some ichiban noodles in his kettle but they got burnt because we forgot to add any liquid. After hanging out with Gove I didn't want to eat anyway. Luckily the Mogg man showed up with some mead for us to drink and we discussed out yearnings to live in more nautical times. Was hoping to meet Corbyn but Bercow had beat him up and stuffed him in a locker filled with shaving foam where he promptly fell asleep. Rory stewart was still uninteresting and for this I give them 4 stars.
C. S. H.Yes, the wait is long due to very high security clearances, and there are a lot of tour groups, but your patience is rewarded by an excellent tour by knowledgable guides. The history and scullpture of this location are inspiring. A must see!
M. 4.Well worth a visit to the home of British politics, a tour is recommended as there is so much to learn!
K. A.Baroness Floella Benjamin invited us. Wonderful visit but it is a very old building and if you are limited mobility it is probably going to be difficult to get around
D. H. I.Too bad there was some constructions when I paid a visit there. But it was still a magnificent building. Could got more crowded during the day especially weekend, but that was okay
E. J.You'll be in love the moment you exit the tube. Big Ben clocktower greets you immediately and walk around the iron gates, and admire the beautiful palace it belongs to.
D. K.I can't describe how touched I was when seeing them
H. B.The Palace of Westminster is also amazing for a tour, and you can also I believe you have to be a British national request tickets to sit in the public gallery for PMs questions which was interesting
C. G.Had a free tour of Parliament arranged by my MP. Magnificent building and very knowledgable staff and guides.
M. D.Great Gothic building, but Big Ben in scaffolding. Unfortunately we could see the Houses of Parliament - the Palace of Westminster only outside, and we were amazed by the beautiful structures, but unfortunately Big Ben was all covered in scaffolding. Next time I visit London, I would definitely visit the place, where British history is made (hope Brexit never happens !). The current Palace is a new one, built on the place of the butts old one (sometime in the 19th Century). The current palace house the two Houses of British Parliament
L. K.It’s beautiful place, a lots of people
P. R.Very interesting tour. The order of the rooms was a bit confusing at times, though. I think we spent about 1h 30m there. Worth the time.
b.Biggest circus in Europe. The clowns are superbly trained and drilled, and it's open all day long for free.
C. H.I opted to go for a weekend tour with a blue badge guide but you can also book through your local MP. The guide had clearly spent a great deal of time honing their patter, making sure to engage children and adults alike. The bling factor in the House of Lords is worth the price of admission alone, with gold everywhere. I'm not usually a big fan of gift shops but the HoP shop has some reasonably priced parliamentary paraphanalia that's well worth a look.
M. M.Seeing the Houses of Parliament was an amazing experience. Impressive architecture and art, very much worth it
R. T.The Palace of Westminster serves as the meeting place of the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. Commonly known as the Houses of Parliament after its occupants, the Palace lies on the north bank of the River Thames in the City of Westminster, in central London, England.
k. b.I crashed into a MP here
J. B.Although I couldn't go in, I recommend just going to see the outside alone if you have some time to kill. Big Ben, the London eye, 10 Downing street and more are nearby.
S. U. M.The Palace of Westminster contains over 1,100 rooms, 100 staircases and 4.8 kilometres (3 mi) of passageways, which are spread over four floors. The ground floor is occupied by offices, dining rooms and bars; the first floor (known as the principal floor) houses the main rooms of the Palace, including the debating chambers, the lobbies and the libraries. The top-two floors are used as committee rooms and offices.
B. B.The architecture all throughout London is beautiful, and this is no different. Incredible detail that you must see.
A. M.I’ve attended the Democratic Access Tour arranged by my MP (free of charge!).
It was really cool to see the House of Commons and House of Lords, the Palace of Westminster is absolutely beautiful and our guide was very knowledgeable.
I’ve learnt a lot about the political system in the UK and about the traditions and ceremonies involved.
M. V.Honestly the brexit debates in the house of commons are the best drama/comedy I've seen in some time, good luck for the british people trying to survive in this mess though.
B. N.Iconic London landmark
N. W.Its free to get in so honestly was not expecting much but it's definitely worth it, iconic building. You have to schedule a trip waay in advance for big ben though.
A. B.Fantastic experience. Absolute must for anyone visiting London. . I'll definitely visit again.
D. W.There is a reason why the Palace of Westminster can be found on so many post cards as a motive. Simply beautiful!
N. K.The place was beautiful. Great architecture. But was under construction till next year.
A. H.It's a very nice place to go to. My tour guide here was awesome. I learned a lot about Parliament that day.
P. S. J.Best self guided tour. Very informative! Just make sure you book a few weeks beforehand.
C. S.I'm writing as my life is on the line at cygnet hospital Coventry for my mothers safety/life they are planning on giving her an horrific death and hiding the body at the isle of wight within the next 4 months its my uncle dean smith and Angie and her sister Lisa heath who is planning on her murder!!!! I've been trying to report a paedophile ring but because it includes professionals failing and keep getting put back in hospital where quite a lot abusers work and they are planning on murdering me and claiming suicide soon. When I was 19 I was living in a hostel called Ashcroft I overheard two abusers having a conversation then heard that not even half of paedophiles have been caught and about abusers working in care and some names of people I know they were mentioning me because abusers are planning on murdering me in a hospital and claiming suicide and then planning on murdering my mother in an horrific way within 4 months aftet at the isle of wight. Then one day not long after went Leicester police station got sent a+e as paranoid (he didn't listen) because I was living in a mental health hostel at the time. Also I have other knowledge of abusers they are really twisted torture people into things etc but appear normal and some you would never expect to be paedophiles because they are not the stereo type you see on the news!! There's facts I know about abusers a lot of psychopaths are abusers, abusers are consenters also, quite a lot work in care, more women abusers than most realise its males of all ages and how good actors paedophiles are covering there backs pretend to be disgusted by it compare it to going near someone with brain damage and claim repulsed because children are undeveloped!!! Staff have been lying about me on my paperwork to keep me in hospital I need to be discharged as I'm not safe in hospital its for my life!!!!
M. H.I am a big fan of London i would love too visit place of Westminster Michael hardy
M. L.Really beautiful the view from the opposite side of the Thames. Unluckily the nearby Big Ben was covered but overall the architecture and the composition are good.
c.Amazing place, favorite attraction in London by far. It can get a bit crowded, but its totally worth.
F. B. P.If you like Gothic and Neo-Gothic architecture you must go to the Palace of Westminster. The audioguide is really detailed and really helps to understand how the Parliament works.
M. B. I. a.Good that you can take a tour while the speakers are in action and there isn't any need to book in advance or wait long to get in.
A. S.Good tourist attraction spot
C. S.I'm writing to announce earth is actually heaven and hell and god and the devil are both evil abusers and people are angels and demons the devil and god hide this fact from angels to lead them astray not getting to choose to be asexual with knowledge of who they truly are and the fact that there angels with television and magazines encouraging them to be shallow and see heaven in a completely different way and the other main reason to abuse children without angels knowing and only demons (angel abusers know) the devil can possess and repress memories and god and the devil can morph etc they have powers. Angels automatically get reborn by spirit and demons know how to get the holy water working on them and there's a hidden supply of holy water somewhere in heaven its a river or some type of body of water that heals limbs its not the misleading fake catholic water. They can harm angels in horrific ways and heal them after with this holy water I've been trying to out a paedophile ring for my life as I'm stuck in hospital and the devil is planning on possessing me to kill myself then after being murdered Angie and Lisa heath and my uncle dean Smith are planning on murdering my mother in an horrific agonizing way in the isle of wight two nurses beth and Helen are planning on giving her brain damage and removing her eyes as this will effect her eternity as a spirit wandering before the future ozone that is hell fire for spirits left wandering So she doesn't get the option of the sea to cease to exist the reason this is happening to her is that she's an angel who got tortured into abusing me when I was a baby and now the holy water doesn't work on her and she's gonna be a spirit left wandering I cant explain it to my mother as she can be possessed and is constantly having her memories repressed
J. I.We did the guided tour and really enjoyed it, lovely to see the interior of this building in person rather than on the television.
J. L.this is absolutely a landmark for UK. This historical building is so well-kept and aesthetic. Love it!
D. R.The House of Freedom for all the free World.The place that kept it's Voice and it's People when Europe in Second World War strived with all their forces spiritual and blood of their Children all alone to raise their Voices and helped Europe to be free..That's the Spirit of the Palace of Westminster..
C. S.My mother debbie hurley is getting murdered on the isle of wight this year by some abusers one being her own brother dean smith and two people she used to work with she believes are her friends angie heath and her sister Lisa arnold theres other people involved as its a paedophile ring im trying to out its happening this year at Lisa's bungalow in niton Lacey's lane please advice how do I stop it from happening!!
J. L. (.Brilliant video tour, it is really interesting learning about the things that go on in parliament.
C. T.Very beautiful building, important for England but its too expensive the entrance. But the history of this place is amazing
A. Z.The political epicentre of Britain has sat at this location in some form since the 11th century when Danish king Canute the Great built a palace on the river. In its 900-year history, it has been the site of infamous trials (William Wallace and Sir Thomas More), survived the notorious Gunpowder Plot and been the focus of pivotal political rallies such as those by the suffragettes. The current Palace of Westminster was designed by architect Sir Charles Barry after a huge fire destroyed the previous building in 1834
S. H.Havnt been on the audio tour although I hear it's very good. From outside it's amazing to see and I think bigger than some people expect it to be.
D. G.Great night out! Start the night off in weatherspoons and end up at the HoC bar around 10:15.
a. k.huge and impressive parliament , Westminster is really very impressive building , great design , center of city.
S. H.I have only seen it from the outside but it is very beautiful and together with Big Ben it's definitely a must-see in London.
V. C.Amazing place to see. Tours available inside. Beautiful art work and so much history
J. R.Had a great tour, the tour guide showed us around the place and supplied us with interesting history and facts.
V. P.Spectacular architecture. Would visit again.
m. s.Amazing Pizza place 9/10, would recommend the Hawaiian pizza
L.Attended the opening of Parliament in 2014 and it was one of the best experiences of my life. Added a few photos from that great experience.
F. S.The tours are really great! The guides are competent and take you through all the important parts of the building.
K. 1.The Palace of Westminster serves as the meeting place of the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. Commonly known as the Houses of Parliament after its occupants, the Palace lies on the north bank of the River Thames in the City of Westminster, in central London, England.
Its name, which derives from the neighbouring Westminster Abbey, may refer to either of two structures: the Old Palace, a medieval building-complex destroyed by fire in 1834, or its replacement, the New Palace that stands today. The palace is owned by the monarch in right of the Crown and, for ceremonial purposes, retains its original status as a royal residence. Committees appointed by both houses manage the building and report to the Speaker of the House of Commons and to the Lord Speaker.
The first royal palace constructed on the site dated from the 11th century, and Westminster became the primary residence of the Kings of England until fire destroyed much of the complex in 1512. After that, it served as the home of the Parliament of England, which had met there since the 13th century, and also as the seat of the Royal Courts of Justice, based in and around Westminster Hall. In 1834 an even greater fire ravaged the heavily rebuilt Houses of Parliament, and the only significant medieval structures to survive were Westminster Hall, the Cloisters of St Stephen's, the Chapel of St Mary Undercroft, and the Jewel Tower.
In the subsequent competition for the reconstruction of the Palace, the architect Charles Barry won with a design for new buildings in the Gothic Revival style, specifically inspired by the English Perpendicular Gothic style of the 14th–16th centuries. The remains of the Old Palace (except the detached Jewel Tower) were incorporated into its much larger replacement, which contains over 1,100 rooms organised symmetrically around two series of courtyards and which has a floor area of 112,476 m2 (1,210,680 sq ft). Part of the New Palace's area of 3.24 hectares (8 acres) was reclaimed from the River Thames, which is the setting of its nearly 300-metre long (980 ft) façade, called the River Front. Augustus Pugin, a leading authority on Gothic architecture and style, assisted Barry and designed the interior of the Palace. Construction started in 1840 and lasted for 30 years, suffering great delays and cost overruns, as well as the death of both leading architects; works for the interior decoration continued intermittently well into the 20th century. Major conservation work has taken place since then to reverse the effects of London's air pollution, and extensive repairs followed the Second World War, including the reconstruction of the Commons Chamber following its bombing in 1941.
The Palace is one of the centres of political life in the United Kingdom; "Westminster" has become a metonym for the UK Parliament and the British Government, and the Westminster system of government commemorates the name of the palace. The Elizabeth Tower, in particular, often referred to by the name of its main bell, Big Ben, has become an iconic landmark of London and of the United Kingdom in general, one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city, and an emblem of parliamentary democracy. Tsar Nicholas I of Russia called the new palace "a dream in stone". The Palace of Westminster has been a Grade I listed building since 1970 and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987.
T.Massive place very great architecture and interior design. Definitely a place to remember. Alot of security who can be rude at times.
J. R.the best peanut place in the city. they have anything with peanut butter including my favorite, the elvis with bacon! their sundaes are amaizing and they keep it healthy with carrot sticks. if you have a sweet tooth or just an avid peanut butter lover then you have to go!!
C. S.Please for mine and my mother's life Get a ricoh theta camera and a Rolex and Omega then take a picture of yourself with the ricoh. Then synchronise your camera to your phone then while wearing your gold watch on your right hand and the silver on your left hand take a picture with the ricoh of your watches. Then at the time you were born flip a pound coin in your right hand don't drop it and make sure It lands on heads then hold it heads up on top of the gold watch for five seconds Then flip a 10p in your left hand don't drop it and make sure it lands on heads then hold it on top of the silver watch for five seconds then hold your index and middle fingers on your cerebral cortex For fifteen minutes then view through time!!!! Make sure the watches are numbered and the watches are metal strapped!! Also works with a sekonda!!
S. I.The palace hosting the houses of Parliament and a major touristic attraction,just beautiful,the shade of the Palace,when the Sun shines upon it
L. D.Beautiful building, I highly recommend to do the bus tour so you can understand all the places within context.
L. T.One of the greatest places I've ever visited.my favourite building in london.
C. S.Please I need help for me to survive!!! Abuse has happened in hospitals Leicester Royal infirmary and ysbyty ystrad fawr and i need help I'm trying to out what's been happening and different abuses. Chances are I'm gonna end up killed or in an "accident" and possibly my mother will also for me trying to get everything found out!! I need someone kinds help its get a ricoh theta camera and a Rolex and Omega then take a picture of yourself with the ricoh. Then synchronise your camera to your phone then while wearing your gold watch on your right hand and the silver on your left hand take a picture with the ricoh of your watches. Then at the time you were born flip a pound coin in your right hand don't drop it and make sure It lands on heads then hold it heads up on top of the gold watch for five seconds Then flip a 10p in your left hand don't drop it and make sure it lands on heads then hold it on top of the silver watch for five seconds then hold your index and middle fingers on your cerebral cortex For fifteen minutes then view through time!!!! Make sure the watches are numbered and the watches are metal strapped!! Also works with a sekonda!! Please I beg someone do this soon for our lives!!
S.Nice palace but the government can be a bit if a shambles
S. E.Amazing architecture, definitely a must see during your trip!
P. E.Wonderful building if your appreciate great architecture. Looking forward to going back on a guided tour.
B. S.One of the greatest places I've ever visited! Makes you feel great just being able to relate to the place. Again like others u thought big Ben was a huge clock but in reality my owns clocks was maybe as tall. Unfortunately I visited during the repairs so a lot of it is covered whilst works are undertaken.
P. V. C.A beautiful place well worth a visit. I would recommend going there early in the morning in order to get ahead of most of the tourists.
D. P.Great tour. Lasted for 1.5 hours and was very informative. Wish we could have taken pictures.
M. G.Stunning historical place, good organization, great staff, why can't we take pictures though?
A. S.Landmark of London and the UK. Hundreds of years of British history. Beautiful architecture.
M. Z.As grand as it can get. History , architecture, art , beauty , location , from where at one time the British Empire ruled much of the world.
S. A.Really beautiful palace, especially from the inside. There are currently contractions going on here so you might not want to see it for now.
R. C. B.Nice area but gotten a bit police heavy handed and some unsightly walls they have built
J. C.We were able to visit the house of Lords, the house of Commons and the Queen's chambers. It was an amazing experience!
C. S.I need a protection over me i am not giving my permission to do anything perverted it would be against my will as it has been or to die or be in agony cancel the deal i was drugged completely to agree nobody would choose what ive been through!!!!!!!! Try and remember what happened to me when i was aged 7 you will be horrified angels!!!!!!! for a large group of demons a load of them are furious for me trying to out a paedophile ring in the recent years!!! And are trying to get me sectioned where abuse of young ones happened and to myself for trying to out them i might end up in an "accident" or poisoned if i get murdered please check results of death im 25 and have clearly got a long life left ahead of me if they stop trying to drug and confuse me against my will and make everything torture!!!!!!! Ive been at ysbyty ystrach fawr ty cyfannol ward in september 2016 and abuse of vulnerable ones happened there they changed the lighting to make it look not like a hospital but a bar beware of wales and leicester abuses has happened in both hospitals. Im in devon torquay travelodge
M. M.Spectacular! If you know someone that can get you inside without having to queue then it's worth it but the real spectacle is from the outside
T. V.Fascinating, well worth a visit. This can be self-guided either with a download to own device or one of theirs (take own earphones) so you go at own pace. Take advantage of the lack of crowds just now.
J. G.Beautiful place with a lot of information. You're not allowed to make photos and I find that weird cause it should be open to everyone.
Z. I.It was really quiet today. We enjoyed the view and weather.
O. O.Only visited the outside and the scaffolding was a shame, but still an incredible building and it needs maintaining for future generations.
B. G.Just walking around this building feels like an honour. The love and craftsmanship is unmatched in anything I have ever seen in my life.
K. J.Fantastic historical place. Visiting the different chambers was easy and straightforward. A must see.
W. F.Good place to visit. Paid entry but you are provided with an audio tour. Can visit for free if you have the right contacts.
J. D.Impressive rooms there, good organization with an audio guide to help you to understand the history of each part of the building.
S. S.I can absolutely recommend the audio tour. Entertaining and with great insides. Book online for no extra waiting time.
G. R.Highly recommend anyone in the area to come and visit, both the Commons and Lords are free to enter, although check they are sitting before turning up.
A. D.The guided tour is wonderful.
One of the best places to have a tour in London
G. J.What a great place to visit!
Exterior views are awesome.
Once you get inside, the architecture is just as impressive.
Security was necessary but the queue moved fast.
D. L.IT IS MAGNIFICENT WONDERFUL I AM GOING SPEECHLESS WHEN I GO THERE. OUR CLASS AND ME WENT THERE FOR A DEBATE. OUR TOUR GUIDE NATHAN SHOWED AROUND THE HOUSE OF COMMONS HOUSE OF LORDS AND THE LOBBY. IT IS AN ACIENT BUILDING AND IT MODERN
G. G.Fantastic building, presently with the clock tower covered in scaffolding. Even so, an amazing space.
A. H.Perfect views and excellent guides to the history of Westminster. Just don't sit on any benches.
I. S. R.Mind Blowing Place
J. H.Guided tour wonderful. Well worth the money. So very informative.
G. G. A. H.Dr Gail Anne Haley. My Freedom Pass is stolen with my purse and two visual imparment cards in the name of Gail Anne Hamilton
N. P.A building that you could spend hours just staring away at. Beautiful architecture and of course a very long and interesting history.
L. K.The highlight of my London visit. On Saturday you can possibly visit both chambers of the house.
H. P.Nice building but shame about the people who run it.
D. B.I was lucky enough to sneak into a Prime Ministers question time (just turn up at 10am on a Wednesday and wait in line) pretty nice building and very gothic.
G. G.A great experience, worth every penny. It's very surreal been in the actual houses of parliament and the house of lords. No photos aloud in the main areas, so this is the best I could manage!
E. H.'Mr Hadlow Has..' visited the stunning Palace of Westminster and even met the legendary Jonny Wilkinson there! : )
S. C.So much to see of this iconic architecture. Place of historic foundations for our nation.
F. G.Great sight to see. Unfortunately, during our visit, Big Ben was under construction :(
J. M.Sussy parlament
R. W. W.Hundreds years building that housed House of Lords and House of Commons, the British Parliament.
Opens to public every Saturday for GBP 20/person.
P. R.Interesting to see! Have a look to it from the other side of the Themse, left of Westminster bridge, there are not too many people and you get a nice view.
E.The Palace is one of the centres of political life in the United Kingdom; "Westminster" has become a metonym for the UK Parliament and the British Government
J. M.Most of our elected representatives go to Parliament with honourable intentions, some retain them, a few...
S. A.A must see if only to hear Big Ben. There are some great little pancake carts across the street if you need a quick snack.
J. D.It's good to remember that Parliament is like a Court. If you want to see democracy in action go in and see it happening!
E. W.I'm glad I got the Saturday guided tour, Tour Guide Kate Kuechel did a great job explaining everything and taking us through the rooms one by one. Such a gorgeous building, many rooms are lavishly decorated like a palace. It is exciting standing in the same place where so many critical political decisions have been made for hundreds of years! Also, I learned a lot more about how the Parliament works. I would definitely recommend a visit and this is a must-do if you have time!
a. R.Always beautiful
M. M.full of history .we was impress with all the paintings and the story's.
N. L.Not sure if you can do this anymore, but if it's available a guided tour is an amazing glimpse into a totally different world
J. S.Lovely building, with great architecture, would definitely recommend the tour.
B. B.Nice traditional building.
J. C.Huge building, nice architecture.
R. P.The Palace of Westminster serves as the meeting place of the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom.
R. A.The guided tour was amazing. The history behind this building is amazing. Really recommend. Its worth the money!
P. M.This palace is simply a treasure to put it mildly. If you have never visited it, you should.
S. M.Book early for one of the best tours in London. A great couple of hours.
В. К.Thank's for giving military aid for Ukraine in this very difficult time! You're true brothers for us! Be happy and prosperous!!! 🤝❤️
M. N.Fantastic bar. Open after 10pm when everywhere else is closed. 👍
M. K.Sooo huge and beautiful buildng.
S. B.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
T. J. T.One of London's best landmarks. Beautiful architecture.
L. C.This place is stunning and a place I always wanted to visit! Never let me down, stunning creation
N. M.Historic symbol of UK politics. Definitely worth a visit!
B. R.Stunning architecture by Sir Charles Barry; an outstanding, coherent and complete example of neo-Gothic style.
L. F.Iconic landmark of London. Probably, with the Big Ben, the most well known and recognised around the world
B. C.As a politics/policy nerd from a commonwealth country with a Westminster-style government, visiting the UK Parliament was an absolute must for me. Our tour guide, a charming old British man named Reg (of course) led us on a comprehensive visit of the building, following the Queen’s path when she comes to address parliament and give the Speech from the Throne. We got to stand amongst the members’ benches in the House of Commons (which is surprisingly small, compared to Canada’s!) and our high tea by the Thames was delicious. Would definitely recommend to anyone interested in history/government!
T. C.***Note: As of June 2018 "Big Ben" (Queen Elizabeth tower) is still under renovation and the bells won't be chimming anytime soon.*** You probably don't need much convinceing to go to one of the world's most iconic sites if you're visiting London. It is where "Big Ben" resides. But consider their guides tours on Saturdays (buy online in well in advance). You will stand in the Lords Chamber (House of Lords), the Peers Chamber (a lobby where the political term "Lobbying" comes from), Commons Chamber (the room where the House of Commons, that is... the elected government, does it's thing, the Robing Room (where the Queen puts on her Crown and Robe before ceremony, Westminster Hall (where medeival kings used hold banquets and where a historical figures like Nelson Mandella would visit the The Parliment), and others. This is just a brief summary but the tour will help you walk the footsteps of some major history.
K. H.I had a delightful (and funny) tour here, followed by a nice Afternoon Tea overlooking the Thames. Learned lots, and I have been converted over to the pleasures of scones...
Y. H.A breathtaking experience. The architecture, design, sculptures, paintings, anti-chambers, galleries; everything was extraordinary.
As it’s a working government building, security is tight and airport-like. But the politeness of the police officers and agents makes for an easy and swift experience.
You will be offered a visitor badge and a listening device. This is a perfect way to learn the history of the palace while moving through its rooms.
My favourite parts were the House of Lords and the Royale Gallery: jaw-dropping.
Sadly you can’t record (photos, videos) inside the best parts of the palace. So make sure to absorb as much as you can with your eyes.
Toilets, Caffè, and a souvenir shop available on the premises.
K. A.Location of the Palace of Westminster in central London.
Architects: Charles Barry and Augustus Pugin
Location: Westminster; London; SW1A 0AA; United Kingdom
Demolished: 1834 (due to fire)
Country: United Kingdom
S.We had a great tour, very informative and at the same time very personalised. The buildings are very nice and reflect the political evolution.
A. K.Good thanks 😊 🙏 👍 great atmosphere COVID-19 friendly place great customer service friendly staff family 👪 friendly place ticks all the boxes 📸 📦 😀 😍
R. G.I went during construction but it was still a pleasure to seethe old architecture and experience rich ideas from days gone. I marvelled at how these great structures were built. Definitely a location to see if in London
W. F. L.Went for the audio tour of the place. It was worth it. Generally the tours of places of interest in london is good with a lot of history explained. This explained alot of the parliament of UK... like house of common and house of lords... and alot of history as to how UK reacjed its current state of political adminstration. You only can take photos at first 2 halls.
O. A. M.The iconic symbol of London city. The historical value is unforgettable; how an empire was built upon! The skyline of the palace is always very stunning, be it a sunny day or rainy day. Specially, if somebody takes the cruise by Thames river, could enjoy the view the most. The view from the Westminster bridge is also awesome.
D.The Palace is mostly under wraps. On the overside of the river you manage a great view, but Elizabeth Tower is covered, as are other parts. You can still see a majority of the building, just not the main attraction.
S. B.Beautiful peace of art and architecture
R. M.The beautiful Palace of Westminster is a must visit when travelling to UK. There are guided tours available for tourist.
A Victorian Gothic masterpiece designed by Sir Charles Barry and A.W. Pugin to replace the medieval parliament buildings, which burnt to the ground in 1834, the Palace of Westminster acts as home to the Houses of Parliament in UK.
The Palace was originally a royal residence but when King Henry VIII left Westminster Palace for Whitehall in 1512 the Westminster Palace became the permanent home of Parliament.
I would highly recommend a visit 👍
T. N.A very impressive building in every direction. A beautiful place to walk around
K. G.Went on the democratic free access tour of the Houses of Parliament. Excellent tour and well worth the time.
If you want to do the same then book through your MP.
I. A. M.It is not just parliament of UK, it is a symbol of British architecture. Such a beautiful place.
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M. A.Beautiful architecture fused with a rich history and iconic symbols of what makes London London. Can be very busy and crowded on most days
M. C. R.I think is THE most wonderful tour I made in London.
Highly recommended.
A. L.I absolutely loved the visit. I would advise booking an audiotour in advance, and listen to all the material. It's an excellent way to spend an 1 and a half hour and walk by the benches where british democracy plays. Everything was very well organized.
A. R.This is probably the best job I’ve ever been on the basement is amazing.
K. S.Brilliant place to visit! Full access to both the lords and the commons. An absolute must-see when visiting London, imho. I stood at the dispatch box and imagined being the chancellor delivering the budget!
a. c.Iconic place to visit in London. The architecture of the building is nice to view. Frequented by most visitors.
W. M.From the outside it looks really nice, it's giving me a old vibe to what London used to look like. And it even better from the inside because it's spectacular.
G. S.As a proud tory myself I am very happy to have visited the home of Jesus reincarnate. If you don't know who I'm talking about GET OUT
I. M.If you go to London this is an iconic landmark, and full of rich history.
J. S.Amazing opportunity to visit with multimedia tour. Stunning place, great audio guide and super friendly and knowledgeable staff
D. S.Great visit! Don't forget to get an audiguide ;) specially if you are visiting UK or you might miss interesting details! Also guided visits are available. Pictures are restricted in some. places. The people at the different rooms are helpful and happy to answer any questions. Also there are benches were you can take your time to admire the building. There is a cafe and a souvenir store inside.
A. P.Took the tour three times already and loved it every time. Not only this is still a relatively off the beaten path attraction but the staff is incredibly nice and willing to provide explanations
k. n.Amazing, Iconic, Breath taking, so many superlatives to describe this building. Looking at this building is awesome, with its golden yellow color shimmering in the sunlight. 😎🤩 the seat of parliament in one of the oldest democratic nation. Sitting right beside the Thames River is so inspiring and just marvelling at its architecture. Take the underground straight to it or you can meander your way from Tralfagar along the river bank and admire the buildings along the way. You will also pass-by No 10 and the War Room too. With its vantage point near the Westminster Bridge, you can see so much of what else London offers. 🤓🤓🤓
A. J.I went here to attend an event for free. I’ve never imagined that the palace of Westminster has an exquisite interior. The staffs are friendly and it’s easily accessible from the tube station. This huge building has few rooms and corridors that are confusing at first but as long as you ask for direction, you will eventually enjoy walking inside. I don’t really know about the admission but I guess you should buy an advanced ticket.
C. R. V.I attended an event in the Cholmondeley Room & Terrace. I'm thinking booking a tour of the Westminster Palace so as to visit in detail.
L. P.I am aware of this place....lol.
If you are looking for a fascinating insight into English history then look no further, the palace is rammed to the gills with all manner of historical delights. From the great hall make your way up the stairs to the central lobby before entering St Stephens chapel and admire the gorgeous artwork adorning the walls.
Soak up the history of the building, walk through the sumptuous Lords chamber before heading into the "Commons" and notice the difference in quality of furnishings. Take a guided tour or take an audio tour and go at your own pace... Most tours run on a Saturday, if you live in the UK contact your MP for a FREE guided tour, put your name down for PMQs and watch from the gallery.
There's NO parking here of course, I advise arriving at the Cromwell gate early to get through the airport style security checks...ooh the little cafe by the entrance do some gorgeous cakes and not expensive.
R. C.Visiting this area mightily impressed me. The building, housing parliament and Big Ben is overwhelmingly grand.
K. B.This is the must se place in London and we absolutely enjoyed the guidet tour in Westminster Abbey and House of parlament.
T. l.Interesting to see the Parliament building. Full of history and very quirky. We did the guided tour (not the self-guided) audio tour which was good. The guide was a bit uninspiring, though.
K. K.A must go to for any tourist or even U.K. citizen whenever passing through London. This is one of the most important places not only within the United Kingdom but also within western society as it is the birthplace of modern democracy.
Security is, as you would expect, quite tight. Groups of officers patrol and cordon off certain areas of the building. It can be quite easy to get lost so make sure you ask a lot of questions and leave plenty of time if there’s an event in particular you wish to attend.
It’s incredibly likely you’ll bump into an MP during your time there so so be prepared for any burning questions you might have!
K. S.Looks stunning, the years of work have been worth it. Expect plenty of road traffic and it's on a very busy junction. Very gothic looking.
R.Wonderful experience, so much to learn and to see, beautiful historical building. Thoroughly recommend it.
C. A.There are several ways to enter the iconic palace resting along the river Thames, across from the London Eye; when I visited I went into a building called Portcullis house and then went through an underground tunnel. To get into Portcullis house you'll need to get through security, also you can't just walk into, you'll need to book a guided tour; you can go through the underground tunnel to reach the courtyard outside the palace. Upon entering you will be inside Westminster hall, built nearly a thousand years ago. The hall is huge and wide, your tour guide will tell you the stories that have happened here. William Wallace was found guilty of treason here and Winston Churchill was laid in state here. You can walk up the steps and enter a long hallway filled with statues of people from the past before entering a large circular room in the centre. To the left, is the House of Commons, to the right is the House of Lords and up ahead leads to the other parts of the building. When I visited I saw the then Speaker John Bercow enter. You will also find large rooms filled with paintings of England's past and you can go outside for a nice view along the river Thames. In the House of Lords you can see the rows of red seats and the chair where the Queen sits, in the house of Commons you'll find an almost identical room except the seats are green and the chair is for the speaker. This palace is filled with history, so anyone interested in history or politics should definitely visit.
D. J. M. L.Gorgeous building with lovely 1 h tours, check their website to book a tour
I. P.A wonderful worldwide famous building. There are tour guides to visit and admire this amazing parliament building.
S. M.There's lots to see ,to take in ,to memorise .!it's just very beautiful and steeped in history.
Certainly one of the best tours in London !
Reasonable of price too !:)
J. E.I enjoyed the Gothic architecture and the audio guide which provided many interesting facts. I would strongly recommend using one.
However the cafe near the gift shop is incredibly underwhelming.
P. N.A sight to behold. Truly a World Heritage Site to grace the skyline.
S. H. B.Such a beautiful place and architecture , worth a visit, finally St Stevens Tower is shedding its steel skin, revealing the magnificent clock face that big Ben sits behind 🇬🇧
P. S.A great place to move around. Great monuments alongside this historic place. No animals are allowed into the Palace of Westminster, other than seeing eye dogs.
I. M.Palace of Westminster is the place where houses of parliament and the lords are located. It is an amazing place with great architecture and stories from history of the United Kingdom. 😀 This is located just next to Westminster Abby and short walk to number of government offices and building.
B. P.You'll love this 11th century architecture. Even Guy Fawkes or World War 2 couldn't burn it down. Located next to Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben), this is the perfect place to visit as a tourist. Come to the place where the heart of British democracy resides.
A. N. W. A.Such a nice building. The Palace is one of the centre of political life in the United Kingdom, Commonly known as the Houses of Parliament.
N. P.The Palace of Westminster serves as the meeting place for both the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. Commonly known as the Houses of Parliament after its occupants, the Palace lies on the north bank of the River Thames in the City of Westminster, in central London, England.
A. E.Corridors of Power! Historic site of the British Parliament. Great architecture.
D. S.The Palace of Westminster serves as the meeting place for both the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. Informally known as the Houses of Parliament after its occupants, the Palace lies on the north bank of the River Thames in the City of Westminster, in central London, England. It is UNESCO world heritage site and Grade 1 listed building. Architects: Charles Barry and Augustus Pugin. Architectural style is Perpendicular Gothic Revival.
R. F.What a view! It's so bad that big ben in under restoration process, but along with Westminster Palace this is one of most beautiful sightseeing in London.
K. K.Work is coming to the end. Looks beautiful old palace
T. S.They si things properly. Food was good, great venue and this is the place to the decision makers
S. T.The tour is cheep and absolutely worth it! It's not available every day and it feels up kind quick so book ahead online. They have airport stye sucerity so be ready for that. But it is a beautiful building filled with beautiful art, architect and facinating history!!
R. D.Really interesting and historical tour. Such a beautiful building. Highly recommend.
C. N.Great tour - so much more than we see on telly !
P. M.Brilliant visitor attraction. Open access tours for adults and kids, with access to both chambers, argue over the dispatch box with your family, enjoy tea overlooking carriage gate. Really good value for money.
Tours start at Westminster Hall, where you can collect, smartphone style audio and interactive app guide, with settings for adults and children. Headphones aren't great for small children, and aren't really compatible with standard in ear headphones.
Tours go on to Central Lobby with a normal Royal Mail post office with first day covers and nice gift letters for kids to send franked as House of Commons. Onwards to the House of Lords with views of the Lord's Gallery, Roving Room, Library and Chamber of the Lord's. Back to Central Lobby and onwards to the Members Lobby, Decision Lobby and finally the chamber of the Commons.
Nice and not too pricey coffee shop, and obligatory gift shop.
S. M.Audio tour was extremely interesting - an amazing building with unfathomable history. Would definitely recommend!
Z. P.I love it! So much historical place that gives you a great vibe.... Awesome!
E. R.A extraordinary visit that never I will not forget ! A great history for England, no much visitors and so nice ! Very good !
C. b.loved the parliament it was great it was less noisy on mine and my peers day off.
D. D.Just watched the Big Ben Construction to conservation Talk by Catherine Moss. A brilliant piece of work ! She is so knowledgeable. Wow, A normal Londoner ! Such a refreshing change. Why have you kept her and this presentation hidden away so long ?
M. H.An amazing experience in a very historical building that is still of major importance and relevance today!
g. t.Can't wait to move in as the new pm next election.
D. S.The Palace is an architectural marvel and one day I’ll return with more time to have a full guided tour and get to hear and see the many wonders and tales of this Palace.
S. r.Great party last year looking forward to this year's invite 👌😂
J. K.It was the middle of the Earth once. You can tell that, magnificent piece of art.
M. B.This place is a must go. The Palace of Westminster ist just so magical, you fell like in a little dream. This Building is also very old and wrapped cause of construction work.
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