Old Palace Yard, London

Name: Old Palace Yard
Address: London, United Kingdom

#1532 among attractions in London

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Old Palace Yard is a paved open space in the City of Westminster in Central London, England. It lies between the Palace of Westminster to its north and east and Westminster Abbey to its west. It is known as the site of executions, including those of Sir Walter Raleigh, Guy Fawkes and other conspirators of the Gunpowder Plot, and James Hamilton, 1st Duke of Hamilton, following the Battle of Preston. ()

Coordinates: 51°29'57"N, 0°7'32"W

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

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Old Palace Yard – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~220 ftE
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...
~580 ftN
London's iconic national timepiece
Big Ben, London
3 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...
~440 ftW
Gothic church and site for coronations
Westminster Abbey, London
3 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...
~830 ftNW
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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.
~350 ftNW
, Church
St Margaret's, London
2 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...
~650 ftN
Church, Monuments and statues
Statue of Winston Churchill, London
4 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...
~930 ftS
Park, Garden
Victoria Tower Gardens, London
5 min walk • Nestled on the north bank of the River Thames, Victoria Tower Gardens offers a serene respite from the bustling city of London. This verdant park, adjacent to the Houses of Parliament and the iconic Victoria Tower, provides an idyllic setting for both tourists...
~360 ftSW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Jewel Tower, London
2 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.
~360 ftNE
Palace, Bars and clubs
Strangers' Bar, London
2 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.
~590 ftNW
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Nelson Mandela Statue, London
3 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.
~470 ftN
Park
New Palace Yard, London
3 min walk • New Palace Yard is a yard northwest of the Palace of Westminster in Westminster, London, England. It is part of the grounds not open to the public.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Old Palace Yard?

Nearby attractions include Richard Coeur de Lion Statue, London (1 min walk), Speaker's House, London (1 min walk), Palace of Westminster, London (2 min walk), Members' Lobby, London (2 min walk).

How to get to Old Palace Yard by public transport?

The nearest stations to Old Palace Yard:

Metro

Westminster • Lines: Circle, District, Jubilee (4 min walk)
Embankment • Lines: Bakerloo, Circle, District, Northern (15 min walk)

Ferry

Westminster Pier • Lines: Blue Tour, Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Red Tour (6 min walk)
London Eye - Waterloo Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Red Tour (10 min walk)

Train

Charing Cross (15 min walk)
London Waterloo (16 min walk)

Bus

Waterloo Station / Mepham Street • Lines: 243 (16 min walk)
Trafalgar Square / Charing Cross Station • Lines: N26 (17 min walk)