House of Commons, London

Name: House of Commons
Address: London, United Kingdom

#1284 among attractions in London

Library

Gallery (2)

Map

Map

Gallery

Facts and practical information

The House of Commons Library is the library and information resource of the lower house of the British Parliament. It was established in 1818, although its original 1828 construction was destroyed during the burning of Parliament in 1834. ()

Coordinates: 51°29'60"N, 0°7'29"W

Address

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

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Day trips

House of Commons – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palace of Westminster, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Parliament Square.

~220 ftS
Iconic home of UK parliament
Palace of Westminster, London
2 min walk • The Palace of Westminster, with its iconic clock tower known as Big Ben, stands as a monumental piece of Gothic Revival architecture on the banks of the River Thames in London, United Kingdom. This palatial complex is not only a tourist attraction but also the meeting...
~290 ftN
London's iconic national timepiece
Big Ben, London
2 min walk • Big Ben, an iconic landmark of London, stands as a towering sentinel at the north end of the Palace of Westminster. This renowned clock tower, officially named the Elizabeth Tower in 2012 to honor Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee, is often mistakenly referred to as...
~660 ftW
Gothic church and site for coronations
Westminster Abbey, London
4 min walk • Westminster Abbey is an iconic feature of London's historic and cultural landscape, a church that has stood for over a millennium as a place of worship and a stage for the nation's most significant ceremonies. Located just to the west of the Palace of Westminster, this...
~760 ftNW
Square
Parliament Square, London
4 min walk • Parliament Square is a storied political and cultural landmark nestled in the heart of London, United Kingdom. This iconic square is bordered by some of the city's most significant buildings, including the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and the Supreme Court.
~820 ftNE
Bridge
Westminster Bridge, London
4 min walk • Spanning the River Thames with a quiet dignity, Westminster Bridge is a vital artery connecting the heart of British political life to the rest of London. This iconic bridge, situated in the shadow of the majestic Houses of Parliament and the towering Big Ben, is not...
~480 ftW
, Church
St Margaret's, London
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Westminster, St Margaret's Church is an often-overlooked gem amid the more famous landmarks of London, England. This Anglican parish church, situated on the grounds of Westminster Abbey, serves as a spiritual haven for members of the House of...
~550 ftNW
Church, Monuments and statues
Statue of Winston Churchill, London
3 min walk • In the heart of London, standing defiantly outside the Houses of Parliament, is the imposing bronze statue of Winston Churchill, a tribute to the indomitable spirit of one of Britain's most revered Prime Ministers. Created by the renowned sculptor Ivor Roberts-Jones...
~680 ftSW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Jewel Tower, London
4 min walk • The Jewel Tower is a 14th-century surviving element of the Palace of Westminster, in London, England. It was built between 1365 and 1366, under the direction of William of Sleaford and Henry de Yevele, to house the personal treasure of King Edward III.
~940 ftN
Street
Whitehall, London
5 min walk • Whitehall is a road and area in the City of Westminster, Central London. The road forms the first part of the A3212 road from Trafalgar Square to Chelsea. It is the main thoroughfare running south from Trafalgar Square towards Parliament Square.
~120 ftSE
Palace, Bars and clubs
Strangers' Bar, London
1 min walk • The Strangers' Bar is one of several bars in the Palace of Westminster, the home of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. It is open to Members of Parliament and officers of Parliament, their guests, and members of parliamentary staff.
~620 ftW
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Nelson Mandela Statue, London
4 min walk • Nelson Mandela is a bronze sculpture in Parliament Square, London, of former President of South Africa and anti-apartheid activist Nelson Mandela. Originally proposed to Mandela by Donald Woods in 2001, a fund was set up and led by Woods's wife and Lord Richard Attenborough after the death of Woods.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to House of Commons?

Nearby attractions include Members' Lobby, London (1 min walk), Strangers' Bar, London (1 min walk), Palace of Westminster, London (2 min walk), New Palace Yard, London (2 min walk).

How to get to House of Commons by public transport?

The nearest stations to House of Commons:

Metro

Westminster • Lines: Circle, District, Jubilee (3 min walk)
Embankment • Lines: Bakerloo, Circle, District, Northern (13 min walk)

Ferry

Westminster Pier • Lines: Blue Tour, Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Red Tour (4 min walk)
London Eye - Waterloo Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Red Tour (8 min walk)

Train

Charing Cross (14 min walk)
London Waterloo (14 min walk)

Bus

Waterloo Station / Mepham Street • Lines: 243 (15 min walk)
Trafalgar Square / Charing Cross Station • Lines: N26 (16 min walk)