Guards Chapel, London

Name: Guards Chapel
Address: London, United Kingdom

#736 among attractions in London

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Facts and practical information

The Royal Military Chapel, commonly known as the Guards' Chapel, is a British chapel that serves as the religious home of the Household Division at the Wellington Barracks in London, United Kingdom. Completed in 1838 in the style of a Grecian temple and re-designed during the 1870s, the chapel was damaged by German bombing during the Blitz in 1940 and 1941. ()

Coordinates: 51°30'1"N, 0°8'7"W

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

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Day trips

Guards Chapel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Buckingham Palace, Churchill War Rooms, St. James's Park, Clarence House.

~1630 ftW
Vernacular architecture, Edwardian architecture, Palace
Buckingham Palace, London
8 min walk • Buckingham Palace, the London residence and administrative headquarters of the British monarch, is an iconic symbol of the United Kingdom's rich history and heritage. The grand edifice stands at the heart of the city, serving as the site for state occasions and royal...
~1520 ftNE
Churchill's WWII underground offices
Churchill War Rooms, London
8 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...
~960 ftNE
Royal park hosting Trooping the Colour
St. James's Park, London
5 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...
~1490 ftNW
Museum, Vernacular architecture, History museum
Clarence House, London
8 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...
~1610 ftN
Palace, Historical place, Architecture
St James's Palace, London
8 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...
~1630 ftW
Royal treasures in a 19th-century chapel
Queen's Gallery, London
8 min walk • The Queen's Gallery is a refined art gallery nestled in the heart of London, England, which serves as a public exhibition space for the Royal Collection. Located adjacent to Buckingham Palace, this gallery offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in a world of...
~1220 ftE
Church, Edwardian architecture, Event space
Methodist Central Hall, London
6 min walk • The Methodist Central Hall is a multi-purpose venue in the City of Westminster, London, serving primarily as a Methodist church and a conference centre. The building, which is a tourist attraction, also houses an art gallery, a restaurant, and an office building.
~1450 ftE
Gothic Revival architecture, George Gilbert Scott, Monuments and statues
Westminster Scholars War Memorial, London
7 min walk • The Westminster Scholars War Memorial, also known as the Crimea and Indian Mutiny Memorial, is an 1861 memorial in London. It commemorates 19 former pupils of Westminster School who died in two wars: ten in the Crimean War of 1854-56, and nine in the Indian Mutiny of 1857-58.
~520 ftSE
Art Deco architecture
55 Broadway, London
3 min walk • 55 Broadway is a Grade I listed building close to St James's Park in London. Upon completion, it was the tallest office block in the city. In 1931 the building earned architect Charles Holden the RIBA London Architecture Medal. In 2020, it was announced that it will be converted to a luxury hotel.
~1520 ftNE
Monuments and statues
Bali Bombings Memorial, London
8 min walk • The Bali Bombings Memorial is a permanent memorial in central London to victims of the 2002 bombings in Bali, Indonesia. It was designed by Gary Breeze and the carving was undertaken by Martin Cook and Gary Breeze.
~860 ftSW
Church, Romanesque revival architecture
Westminster Chapel, London
5 min walk • Westminster Chapel is an evangelical free church in Westminster, central London. The church is in Buckingham Gate, on the corner of Castle Lane and opposite the junction with Petty France. Buckingham Gate is just off Victoria Street and near Buckingham Palace.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Guards Chapel?

Nearby attractions include Flanders Fields Memorial Garden, London (1 min walk), Birdcage Walk, London (1 min walk), The Guards Museum, London (2 min walk), London/Westminster, London (3 min walk).

How to get to Guards Chapel by public transport?

The nearest stations to Guards Chapel:

Bus

Buckingham Palace Road / Bressenden Place • Lines: 38, N38 (11 min walk)
Victoria Station • Lines: 13, 16, 170, 185, 2, 36, 44, A6, C10, N136, N16, N2, N44 (13 min walk)

Metro

Victoria • Lines: Circle, District, Victoria (11 min walk)
Westminster • Lines: Circle, District, Jubilee (13 min walk)

Ferry

Westminster Pier • Lines: Blue Tour, Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Red Tour (14 min walk)
London Eye - Waterloo Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Red Tour (18 min walk)

Train

London Victoria (15 min walk)
Charing Cross (18 min walk)