King William Street, London

#1408 among attractions in London

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King William Street is a street in the City of London, the historic nucleus and modern financial centre of London. It is a two-way street linking Lombard Street, at its northern end, with London Bridge, which marks the start of the start of the A3 route to Portsmouth. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°30'37"N, 0°5'11"W

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City of London (Bridge)London United Kingdom

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King William Street – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Monument, Leadenhall Market, Old Billingsgate Market, London Bridge.

~120 ftE
311-step, Great Fire of London memorial
The Monument, London
1 min walk • The Monument stands as a timeless emblem of resilience in the heart of London, England. This historical landmark, which towers at 62 meters, was built between 1671 and 1677 to commemorate the Great Fire of London and to celebrate the rebuilding of the city.
~1020 ftNE
Shopping centre in a historical space
Leadenhall Market, London
5 min walk • Leadenhall Market is a vibrant, covered market nestled in the heart of London's financial district. Known for its stunning Victorian architecture, with its ornate roof structure, painted ceilings, and cobbled walkways, the market offers a unique shopping experience...
~770 ftSE
Shopping, Market
Old Billingsgate Market, London
4 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...
~1290 ftS
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...
~800 ftS
Shopping, Shopping district
Borough High Street, London
4 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.
~1270 ftNW
Museum, Vernacular architecture, History museum
Mansion House, London
7 min walk • Mansion House is an iconic building situated in the heart of the City of London, England. As the official residence of the Lord Mayor of London, it serves as a symbol of the economic prowess and historical significance of the city's financial district.
~1200 ftN
Church, Baroque architecture
St Peter upon Cornhill, London
6 min walk • St Peter upon Cornhill is an Anglican church on the corner of Cornhill and Gracechurch Street in the City of London of medieval, or possibly Roman origin. It was destroyed in the Great Fire of London in 1666 and rebuilt to the designs of Sir Christopher Wren. It is now a satellite church in the parish of St Helen's Bishopsgate.
~330 ftS
Christopher Wren, Church, Baroque architecture
St Magnus the Martyr, London
2 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.
~1260 ftN
Memorial
London Troops War Memorial, London
7 min walk • The London Troops War Memorial, located in front of the Royal Exchange in the City of London, commemorates the men of London who fought in World War I and World War II.
~1320 ftNE
Skyscraper, Architecture
Lloyd's, London
7 min walk • The Lloyd's building is the home of the insurance institution Lloyd's of London. It is located on the former site of East India House in Lime Street, in London's main financial district, the City of London.
~1260 ftNW
Archaeological site, Ancient Roman architecture
London Mithraeum, London
7 min walk • The London Mithraeum, also known as the Temple of Mithras, Walbrook, is a Roman mithraeum that was discovered in Walbrook, a street in the City of London, during a building's construction in 1954.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to King William Street?

Nearby attractions include The Monument, London (1 min walk), St Magnus the Martyr, London (2 min walk), St Clement's, London (2 min walk), St Mary-at-Hill, London (4 min walk).

How to get to King William Street by public transport?

The nearest stations to King William Street:

Bus

Monument Station • Lines: 388 (1 min walk)
Fenchurch Street • Lines: 133, 26, 388, 8, N11, N133, N242, N26, N8 (4 min walk)

Metro

Monument • Lines: Circle, District (1 min walk)
Cannon Street • Lines: Circle, District (5 min walk)

Light rail

Bank Platform 9 • Lines: B-L, B-Wa (3 min walk)
Tower Gateway Platform 1 • Lines: Tg-B (14 min walk)

Train

London Cannon Street (5 min walk)
Bank (7 min walk)

Ferry

London Bridge City Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Rb6 (7 min walk)
Tower Millennium Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Red Tour (10 min walk)