HMS Belfast, London

Name: HMS Belfast
Address: The Queen's Walk, London, SE1 2JH, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 20 7940 6300

#2119 among attractions in London

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Facts and practical information

HMS Belfast is a Town-class light cruiser that was built for the Royal Navy. She is now permanently moored as a museum ship on the River Thames in London and is operated by the Imperial War Museum. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°30'23"N, 0°4'52"W

Address

The Queen's WalkSouthwark (Riverside)London SE1 2JH United Kingdom

Contact

+44 20 7940 6300

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Day trips

HMS Belfast – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tower of London, Tower Bridge, City Hall, Old Billingsgate Market.

~1310 ftNE
Medieval castle housing the Crown Jewels
Tower of London, London
7 min walk • The Tower of London is an iconic fortress situated in the heart of the city of London, United Kingdom. With a history stretching back over 1,000 years, this UNESCO World Heritage Site has been a royal palace, an armory, a treasury, the home of the Royal Mint, a public...
~1380 ftE
Iconic Victorian turreted bridge
Tower Bridge, London
7 min walk • Tower Bridge, an iconic feature of the London skyline, is a testament to Victorian engineering and architecture. This combined bascule and suspension bridge spans the River Thames near the Tower of London, from which it derives its name.
~860 ftSE
City hall
City Hall, London
5 min walk • City Hall, the strikingly modern headquarters of the Greater London Authority (GLA), stands on the south bank of the River Thames near Tower Bridge in London, England. This distinctive, bulbous building, designed by the renowned architect Norman Foster and opened in...
~1030 ftNW
Shopping, Market
Old Billingsgate Market, London
5 min walk • Nestled along the banks of the River Thames, Old Billingsgate Market is an iconic event venue in the heart of London, England. Once the world's largest fish market, the Victorian building has been transformed into a premier location for a variety of events, from...
~1390 ftW
1970s bridge spanning the River Thames
London Bridge, London
7 min walk • London Bridge, not to be confused with the more decorative Tower Bridge, is a functional box girder bridge that crosses the River Thames in London, United Kingdom. This bridge has a rich history that dates back centuries, although the current incarnation was built in...
~1560 ftW
Shopping, Shopping district
Borough High Street, London
8 min walk • Borough High Street is a road in Southwark, London, running south-west from London Bridge, forming part of the A3 route which runs from London to Portsmouth, on the south coast of England.
~1250 ftSE
Theater
Bridge Theatre, London
7 min walk • The Bridge Theatre, a beacon of modern playhouse design, stands proudly along the River Thames in London, England. Opened in October 2017, it is one of the city's newest theatres and has quickly become a destination for theatre enthusiasts and tourists alike.
~1440 ftNE
Tower
Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom, London
7 min walk • The Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom, housed in the Tower of London, represent a collection of ceremonial and symbolic artifacts of immeasurable historical and cultural importance. These regal treasures embody the pomp and pageantry of the British monarchy and are an...
~1400 ftSW
306m-high glass and steel tower with views
The Shard, London
7 min walk • The Shard, also referred to as the Shard of Glass, Shard London Bridge and formerly London Bridge Tower, is a 72-storey skyscraper, designed by the Italian architect Renzo Piano, in Southwark, London, that forms part of the Shard Quarter development.
~580 ftSW
Harbor, Shopping centre, Shopping
Hay's Galleria, London
3 min walk • Hay's Galleria is a mixed use building in the London Borough of Southwark situated on the south bank of the River Thames featuring offices, restaurants, shops, and flats.
~1520 ftNW
Christopher Wren, Church, Baroque architecture
St Magnus the Martyr, London
8 min walk • St Magnus the Martyr, London Bridge, is a Church of England church and parish within the City of London. The church, which is located in Lower Thames Street near The Monument to the Great Fire of London, is part of the Diocese of London and under the pastoral care of the Bishop of Fulham.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is HMS Belfast open?

HMS Belfast is open:

Monday 10 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to HMS Belfast?

Nearby attractions include Tower Millennium Pier, London (3 min walk), Hay's Galleria, London (3 min walk), The Scoop, London (4 min walk), City Hall, London (5 min walk).

How to get to HMS Belfast by public transport?

The nearest stations to HMS Belfast:

Ferry

Tower Millennium Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Red Tour (3 min walk)
London Bridge City Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Rb6 (4 min walk)

Bus

London Bridge Station • Lines: 343, 381, 388, 47, N199, N381 (7 min walk)
London Bridge Bus Station (7 min walk)

Metro

London Bridge • Lines: Jubilee, Northern (7 min walk)
Tower Hill • Lines: Circle, District (8 min walk)

Train

London Fenchurch Street (10 min walk)
London Cannon Street (13 min walk)

Light rail

Tower Gateway Platform 1 • Lines: Tg-B (11 min walk)
Bank Platform 9 • Lines: B-L, B-Wa (12 min walk)