LONDON · UNITED KINGDOM
Palace of Westminster
Stop 07 of 18 on Travelhour's London walking day
About Palace of Westminster
The Palace of Westminster is the meeting place of the Parliament of the United Kingdom and is located in London, England. It is colloquially known as the Houses of Parliament after the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two legislative chambers which occupy the building. The palace is one of the centres of political life in the United Kingdom; "Westminster" has become a metonym for the UK Parliament and government, and the Westminster system of government commemorates the name of the palace. The Elizabeth Tower of the palace houses the bell nicknamed Big Ben and is a landmark of London and the United Kingdom in general. The palace has been a Grade I listed building since 1970 and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987.
Frequently asked
Palace of Westminster — questions travellers ask
- How much are Palace of Westminster tickets?
- Palace of Westminster ticket prices vary by season and age group; check the official site or use the booking partners linked on this page for current live pricing.
- What are Palace of Westminster opening hours?
- Opening hours vary by season — check the official Palace of Westminster website before your visit for the current schedule.
- How do you get to Palace of Westminster?
- Palace of Westminster is centrally located in London, United Kingdom. Reach it by metro, tram or a short taxi ride from the city centre — see the Google Maps link on this page for exact walking directions.
- Is Palace of Westminster worth visiting?
- Yes — The Palace of Westminster is the meeting place of the Parliament of the United Kingdom and is located in London, England.
- How long do you need at Palace of Westminster?
- Most visitors spend 1–2 hours at Palace of Westminster, though tour groups often move through in under an hour.
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Palace of Westminster