White Tower, London

Name: White Tower
Address: London, United Kingdom

#348 among attractions in London

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The White Tower is a central tower, the old keep, at the Tower of London. It was built by William the Conqueror during the early 1080s, and subsequently extended. The White Tower was the castle's strongest point militarily, and provided accommodation for the king and his representatives, as well as a chapel. Henry III ordered the tower whitewashed in 1240. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°30'30"N, 0°4'33"W

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Tower Hamlets (St. Katharine's and Wapping)London United Kingdom

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White Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tower of London, Tower Bridge, City Hall, St. Katharine Docks.

~60 ftSW
Medieval castle housing the Crown Jewels
Tower of London, London
1 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...
~990 ftS
Iconic Victorian turreted bridge
Tower Bridge, London
5 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.
~1390 ftSW
City hall
City Hall, London
7 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...
~1170 ftSE
Sailing, Marina, Piers and boardwalks
St. Katharine Docks, London
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London, just a stone's throw away from the Tower of London and the iconic Tower Bridge, St. Katharine Docks offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city streets. This hidden gem is a distinctive marina that exudes a blend of London's rich...
~250 ftNE
Museum, Fashion museum
Jewel House, London
2 min walk • The Jewel House in London is a historic and captivating attraction nestled within the formidable walls of the Tower of London. Renowned for housing the Crown Jewels, this secure vault is a must-visit destination for tourists seeking to immerse themselves in British...
~1530 ftS
Theater
Bridge Theatre, London
8 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.
~140 ftN
Tower
Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom, London
1 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...
~860 ftNW
Church, Specialty museum, Museum
All Hallows-by-the-Tower, London
5 min walk • All Hallows-by-the-Tower, at one time dedicated jointly to All Hallows and the Virgin Mary and sometimes known as All Hallows Barking, is an ancient Anglican church on Byward Street in the City of London, overlooking the Tower of London.
~1370 ftS
Park
Potters Fields Park, London
7 min walk • Potters Fields Park is a small public park situated in the London Borough of Southwark in London, England. The park is located immediately south-west of Tower Bridge and immediately south-east of City Hall, London.
~1390 ftSW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
The Scoop, London
7 min walk • The Scoop is an outdoor amphitheatre situated on the south side of the River Thames near Tower Bridge in London, located next to City Hall, providing seating for approximately 800 people.
~620 ftN
Monuments and statues
Trajan, London
3 min walk • The statue of Trajan is an outdoor twentieth-century bronze sculpture depicting the Roman Emperor Trajan, located in front of a section of the London Wall built by Romans, at Tower Hill in London, United Kingdom.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to White Tower?

Nearby attractions include Tower of London, London (1 min walk), Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom, London (1 min walk), Tower Green, London (1 min walk), Church of St Peter ad Vincula, London (2 min walk).

How to get to White Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to White Tower:

Metro

Tower Hill • Lines: Circle, District (3 min walk)
Aldgate • Lines: Circle, Metropolitan (11 min walk)

Ferry

Tower Millennium Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Red Tour (4 min walk)
Saint Katharine's Pier • Lines: Blue Tour, Green Tour (5 min walk)

Light rail

Tower Gateway Platform 1 • Lines: Tg-B (5 min walk)
Bank Platform 9 • Lines: B-L, B-Wa (15 min walk)

Train

London Fenchurch Street (6 min walk)
London Cannon Street (17 min walk)

Bus

Minories • Lines: 075 (9 min walk)
Mansell Street • Lines: 075 (9 min walk)