Big Ben and Parliament
London, United Kingdom

Big Ben and Parliament

Type: palace / icon

The most recognizable symbol of London — a clock tower standing 96 meters tall, part of the magnificent Westminster Palace complex where the British Parliament convenes. Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament together form the iconic silhouette along the banks of the Thames.

Tickets

Entry: Tickets from ~30.00 EUR
Indicative price — confirm the exact amount before booking.
Tickets can also be purchased on-site.

Exterior view is free. Tour through Westminster Palace (weekends and recess) £30. Audio tour £25. Online booking required.

Parking nearby

Coaches Park

Coaches Park

garage/underground 462m to the landmark

Address: 11 Tothill Street, London

Riverwalk Parking

Riverwalk Parking

Closed (opens at 07:00) garage/underground 464m to the landmark

Address: 4 Dean Stanley Street, London

Opening hours:

Monday: 07:00–21:00 Tuesday: 07:00–21:00 Wednesday: 07:00–21:00 Thursday: 07:00–21:00 Friday: 07:00–21:00 Saturday: 07:00–21:00 Sunday: 07:00–21:00
M

Marku

garage/underground 483m to the landmark

Address: Saint Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth Palace Road, Westminster Bridge Road, London

Recommended restaurants

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Gillray's Steakhouse & Bar

Gillray's Steakhouse & Bar

Closed (opens at 06:30)
⭐ 4.00 1307 reviews 385m

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bar €€€ recommended

Address: County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London

Phone: +44 20 7902 8000

Opening hours:

Monday: 06:30–22:00 Tuesday: 06:30–22:00 Wednesday: 06:30–22:00 Thursday: 06:30–22:00 Friday: 06:30–22:00 Saturday: 06:30–22:00 Sunday: 06:30–22:00
Locale Southbank

Locale Southbank

Closed (opens at 10:00)
⭐ 4.10 2140 reviews 471m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 16.05.2026

€€ recommended

Address: County Hall, 3B Belvedere Road, London

Phone: +44 20 7401 6734

Opening hours:

Monday: 10:00–22:00 Tuesday: 10:00–22:00 Wednesday: 10:00–22:00 Thursday: 10:00–22:00 Friday: 10:00–22:00 Saturday: 10:00–22:00 Sunday: 10:00–21:00
Two Chairmen

Two Chairmen

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⭐ 4.40 1905 reviews 486m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 16.05.2026

bar €€ recommended

Address: 39 Dartmouth Street, London

Phone: +44 20 7222 8694

Opening hours:

Monday: 11:00–23:00 Tuesday: 11:00–23:00 Wednesday: 11:00–23:00 Thursday: 11:00–23:30 Friday: 11:00–23:30 Saturday: 11:00–19:00 Sunday: Closed
Starbucks Coffee

Starbucks Coffee

Closed (opens at 06:30)
⭐ 3.70 1407 reviews 491m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 16.05.2026

kafić €€ recommended

Address: Belvedere Road, London

Phone: +44 20 7928 4557

Opening hours:

Monday: 06:30–21:30 Tuesday: 06:30–21:30 Wednesday: 06:30–21:30 Thursday: 06:30–21:30 Friday: 06:30–21:30 Saturday: 07:30–21:30 Sunday: 07:30–21:00
The Cinnamon Club

The Cinnamon Club

Closed (opens at 12:00)
⭐ 4.40 2749 reviews 498m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 16.05.2026

€€€€ recommended

Address: The Old Westminster Library, Great Smith Street, London

Phone: +44 20 7222 2555

Opening hours:

Monday: 12:00–22:00 Tuesday: 12:00–22:00 Wednesday: 12:00–22:00 Thursday: 12:00–22:00 Friday: 12:00–22:00 Saturday: 12:00–22:00 Sunday: Closed