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Nelson's Column, London

#92 among attractions in London

Memorial, Monuments and statues, Historical place
Nelson's Column

Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Opened: 1843 (181 years ago)Completed: 1843 (181 years ago)Height: 169 ftCoordinates: 51°30'28"N, 0°7'41"W
Address

Trafalgar SqCity of Westminster (St. James's)London WC2N 5DN United Kingdom

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Nelson's Column – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, St Martin-in-the-Fields, Canada House.

  • national gallery london~500 ftNW
  • trafalgar square london~150 ftN
  • st martin in the fields london~500 ftNE
  • canada house london~310 ftNE
  • admiralty arch london~390 ftS
  • fourth plinth london~250 ftNW
  • trafalgar square christmas tree london~170 ftN
  • trafalgar studios london~430 ftSE
  • royal marines memorial london~570 ftSW
  • charles i london~160 ftSE
  • benjamin franklin house london~700 ftE

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Nelson's Column?

Nearby attractions include Statue of Charles James Napier, London (1 min walk), Trafalgar Studios, London (1 min walk), Trafalgar Square, London (1 min walk), Charles I, London (1 min walk).

How to get to Nelson's Column by public transport?

The nearest stations to Nelson's Column:

Bus
  • Trafalgar Square / Charing Cross Station • Lines: N26 (1 min walk)
  • Charing Cross Station • Lines: N26 (4 min walk)

Metro
  • Charing Cross • Lines: Bakerloo, Northern (2 min walk)
  • Embankment • Lines: Bakerloo, Circle, District, Northern (7 min walk)

Train
  • Charing Cross (5 min walk)
  • London Waterloo (19 min walk)

Ferry
  • Embankment • Lines: Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Rb6 (8 min walk)
  • London Eye - Waterloo Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Red Tour (12 min walk)

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