Aldwych, London

Name: Aldwych
Address: London, United Kingdom

#1405 among attractions in London

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Aldwych is a street and the name of the area immediately surrounding it in central London, England, within the City of Westminster. The 450 metres street starts 600 metres east-northeast of Charing Cross, the conventional map centre-point of the city. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°30'44"N, 0°6'57"W

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

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Aldwych – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Two Temple Place, Somerset House, Courtauld Institute of Art, Tavistock Street.

~850 ftE
Gothic Revival architecture, Museum, Art museum
Two Temple Place, London
5 min walk • Two Temple Place is an architectural gem tucked away in the bustling heart of London, England. Built in the late 19th century, this neo-Gothic mansion is not only a testament to the city's rich history but also serves as a cultural venue showcasing diverse exhibitions...
~660 ftSW
Seasonal events and an art collection
Somerset House, London
4 min walk • Somerset House is a grand neoclassical building nestled on the south side of the Strand in central London, England. This cultural and arts center, with its magnificent courtyard and stately rooms, stands as a testament to the city's rich heritage and vibrant...
~420 ftSW
Museum
Courtauld Institute of Art, London
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London, the Courtauld Institute of Art is a prestigious college specializing in the study of art history, conservation, and curating. It is renowned for its distinguished faculty and an exceptional collection of artworks housed in the Courtauld...
~990 ftW
Shopping, Shopping district
Tavistock Street, London
5 min walk • Tavistock Street is a street in the Covent Garden area of London which runs parallel to the Strand between Drury Lane and Southampton Street just south of the market piazza.
~540 ftNE
Christopher Wren, Church, Baroque architecture
St Clement Danes, London
3 min walk • St Clement Danes is an Anglican church in the City of Westminster, London. It is situated outside the Royal Courts of Justice on the Strand.
~490 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
The Courtauld Gallery, London
3 min walk • The Courtauld Gallery is an art museum in Somerset House, on the Strand in central London. It houses the art collection of the Courtauld Institute of Art, a self-governing college of the University of London specialising in the study of the history of art.
~760 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum, Shopping
Twinings, London
4 min walk • The Twinings Museum is a small museum adjacent to the Twinings shop at 216, Strand, in London, England.
~990 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Lyceum Theatre, London
5 min walk • The Lyceum Theatre is a West End theatre located in the City of Westminster, on Wellington Street, just off the Strand in central London. It has a seating capacity of 2,100. The origins of the theatre date to 1765.
~220 ftNE
Church, Baroque architecture, Georgian architecture
St Mary le Strand, London
2 min walk • St Mary le Strand is a Church of England church at the eastern end of the Strand in the City of Westminster, London. It lies within the Deanery of Westminster within the Diocese of London.
~480 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Statue of George III, London
3 min walk • The statue of George III, Somerset House, formally titled George III and the River Thames, is a Grade I listed outdoor bronze sculptural group depicting King George III and Neptune or Father Thames, located in the quadrangle of Somerset House, London, England. The sculptor was John Bacon, and the statue was erected between 1778 and 1789.
~1010 ftE
Forts and castles
Middle Temple, London
5 min walk • The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple, commonly known simply as Middle Temple, is one of the four Inns of Court exclusively entitled to call their members to the English Bar as barristers, the others being the Inner Temple, Gray's Inn and Lincoln's Inn.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Aldwych?

Nearby attractions include St Mary le Strand, London (2 min walk), King's College London Chapel, London (2 min walk), Courtauld Institute of Art, London (3 min walk), Statue of George III, London (3 min walk).

How to get to Aldwych by public transport?

The nearest stations to Aldwych:

Bus

Aldwych / Australia House • Lines: 11, 15, 26, 341, 76, N11, N15, N199, N21, N26, N550, N551, N89 (2 min walk)
Aldwych / Kingsway • Lines: 1, 168, 188, 59, 6, 68, 87, 9, 91, N1, N155, N171, N44, N68, N87, N9, N91 (3 min walk)

Metro

Temple • Lines: Circle, District (3 min walk)
Covent Garden • Lines: Piccadilly (10 min walk)

Ferry

Festival Pier • Lines: Green Tour (10 min walk)
Embankment • Lines: Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Rb6 (12 min walk)

Train

Charing Cross (13 min walk)
London Blackfriars (15 min walk)