The Mall, London

Name: The Mall
Address: London, United Kingdom

#786 among attractions in London

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The Mall is a road in the City of Westminster, central London, between Buckingham Palace at its western end and Trafalgar Square via Admiralty Arch to the east. Near the east end at Trafalgar Square and Whitehall it is met by Horse Guards Road and Spring Gardens where the Metropolitan Board of Works and London County Council were once based. It is closed to traffic on Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays and on ceremonial occasions. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°30'15"N, 0°8'5"W

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City of Westminster (St. James's)London United Kingdom

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The Mall – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Churchill War Rooms, St. James's Park, Horse Guards Parade, Guards Memorial.

~1440 ftSE
Churchill's WWII underground offices
Churchill War Rooms, London
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London, the Churchill War Rooms offer a unique glimpse into the secret history of Britain's wartime government. This underground complex, located beneath the streets of Westminster, served as the secret command center from which Prime Minister...
~600 ftSE
Royal park hosting Trooping the Colour
St. James's Park, London
3 min walk • St. James's Park, a verdant oasis in the heart of London, United Kingdom, is the oldest of the capital's eight Royal Parks. Spanning 23 hectares, it provides a tranquil retreat from the urban bustle, with a stunning view of the London skyline and the iconic Buckingham...
~1480 ftE
Square
Horse Guards Parade, London
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London, Horse Guards Parade is a historic ceremonial parade ground that captures the essence of Britain's military heritage and regal pageantry. This vast open space is a stone's throw away from the iconic Downing Street and stands as a living...
~1190 ftE
Monuments and statues
Guards Memorial, London
6 min walk • The Guards Memorial, also known as the Guards Division War Memorial, is a poignant tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of British soldiers in the heart of London, England. Standing solemnly in St James's Park near Horse Guards Parade, this war memorial commemorates...
~830 ftW
Museum, Vernacular architecture, History museum
Clarence House, London
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London, Clarence House stands as a testament to the city's royal heritage. This stately residence, situated on The Mall beside St. James's Palace, has been the home of several members of the British Royal Family since it was built in 1827 by...
~730 ftW
Palace, Historical place, Architecture
St James's Palace, London
4 min walk • St James's Palace is one of the oldest palaces in London, England, and a significant piece of the nation's historical tapestry. Situated in the City of Westminster, just a stone's throw from Buckingham Palace, St James's Palace has been a pivotal location for the...
~1100 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Institute of Contemporary Arts, London
6 min walk • The Institute of Contemporary Arts is an artistic and cultural centre on The Mall in London, just off Trafalgar Square. Located within Nash House, part of Carlton House Terrace, near the Duke of York Steps and Admiralty Arch, the ICA contains galleries, a theatre, two cinemas, a bookshop and a bar.
~1020 ftNE
Vernacular architecture, Georgian architecture, Historical place
Carlton House Terrace, London
5 min walk • Carlton House Terrace is a street in the St James's district of the City of Westminster in London. Its principal architectural feature is a pair of terraces of white stucco-faced houses on the south side of the street overlooking St. James's Park.
~1350 ftE
Memorial, Edwin Lutyens
Royal Naval Division Memorial, London
7 min walk • The Royal Naval Division Memorial is a First World War memorial located on Horse Guards Parade in central London, and dedicated to members of the 63rd Division killed in that conflict.
~1430 ftNE
Monuments and statues
Royal Marines Memorial, London
7 min walk • The Royal Marines Memorial, also known as the Graspan Royal Marines Memorial, is an outdoor bronze sculpture by Adrian Jones, installed on the north side of The Mall in London, United Kingdom.
~1190 ftNE
Memorial
National Police Memorial, London
6 min walk • The National Police Memorial is a memorial in central London, commemorating about 4,000 police officers killed in the course of their duties in the United Kingdom. It was designed by Lord Foster of Thames Bank and Per Arnoldi and unveiled in 2005. The project architect for Foster was Peter Ridley.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Mall?

Nearby attractions include King George VI, London (2 min walk), Queen's Chapel, London (3 min walk), St. James's Park, London (3 min walk), Friary Court, London (3 min walk).

How to get to The Mall by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Mall:

Bus

Old Bond Street / Royal Academy • Lines: 38, N38 (9 min walk)
Piccadilly Circus • Lines: 38, N38 (10 min walk)

Metro

Green Park • Lines: Jubilee, Piccadilly, Victoria (9 min walk)
Piccadilly Circus • Lines: Bakerloo, Piccadilly (10 min walk)

Train

Charing Cross (14 min walk)
London Victoria (20 min walk)

Ferry

Westminster Pier • Lines: Blue Tour, Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Red Tour (14 min walk)
Embankment • Lines: Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Rb6 (16 min walk)