Tower Green, London

Name: Tower Green
Address: London, United Kingdom

#695 among attractions in London

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Tower Green is a space within the Tower of London, a royal castle in London, where two English Queens consort and several other British nobles were executed by beheading. It was considered more dignified for nobility to be executed away from spectators, and Queens Anne Boleyn, Catherine Howard and Lady Jane Grey were among the nobility beheaded here. Queen Victoria asked for information on the exact location where the executions took place and had some granite paving laid to mark the spot. However, it is unclear whether the location is indeed correct because other sources place it on the current parade ground between the White Tower and the entrance to the current Waterloo Barracks. ()

Alternative names: Elevation: 43 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 51°30'28"N, 0°4'34"W

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

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

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

~120 ftN
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...
~850 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.
~1230 ftSW
City hall
City Hall, London
6 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...
~1140 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...
~390 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...
~1370 ftS
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.
~300 ftN
Tower
Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom, London
2 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...
~900 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.
~160 ftN
Tower
White Tower, London
1 min walk • 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.
~1210 ftS
Park
Potters Fields Park, London
6 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.
~1230 ftSW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
The Scoop, London
6 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Tower Green?

Nearby attractions include Tower of London, London (1 min walk), White Tower, London (1 min walk), Traitors' Gate, London (2 min walk), Crown Jewels of the United Kingdom, London (2 min walk).

How to get to Tower Green by public transport?

The nearest stations to Tower Green:

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)

Metro

Tower Hill • Lines: Circle, District (4 min walk)
Aldgate • Lines: Circle, Metropolitan (12 min walk)

Light rail

Tower Gateway Platform 1 • Lines: Tg-B (6 min walk)
Bank Platform 9 • Lines: B-L, B-Wa (15 min walk)

Train

London Fenchurch Street (7 min walk)
London Cannon Street (17 min walk)

Bus

Minories • Lines: 075 (9 min walk)
Mansell Street • Lines: 075 (10 min walk)