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Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben) – Westminster Abbey loop from London

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Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben) – Westminster Abbey loop from London

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Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben) – Westminster Abbey loop from London

01:14

4.79km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey including Saint Margaret’s Church WHS

Waypoints

Start point

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1.20 km

The National Covid Memorial Wall

Highlight • Monument

In memory of all those who died from the covid pandemic

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1.23 km

View of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben

Highlight • Viewpoint

Away from the crowds in front of County Hall you can take some great pictures here.

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1.33 km

View of the Palace of Westminster

Highlight • Monument

"The Westminster complex - and this includes the Houses of Parliament, St. Margaret's and Westminster Abbey - is the most historic site in the entire British Empire," says the website for the series "Treasures of the World - Heritage of Humanity", which presents UNESCO World Heritage sites worldwide to the culture-loving viewer (albeit in German) in short, 15-minute segments. The film clip corresponding to this highlight can be found in the ARD media library at the following link:

=> ardmediathek.de/video/schaetze-der-welt/westminster-grossbritannien-folge-17/3sat/Y3JpZDovL3N3ci5kZS83MjQ1OTU2

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1.72 km

Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben)

Highlight • Monument

Big Ben, or to give it its proper name, the Elizabeth Tower, is probably the most famous and iconic clock in the world, along with being the most photographed. It is also one of the most prominent cultural and parliamentary symbols of the United Kingdom. Completed in 1859, during Queen Victoria’s reign, it is 96 metres high. It’s said that its Big Ben nickname was derived from Sir Benjamin Hall, an elected Member of Parliament of the time; he was otherwise known as ‘Big Ben’.

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1.80 km

Palace of Westminster and Big Ben

Highlight • Historical Site

The Palace of Westminster is a Victorian Gothic masterpiece designed by Sir Charles Barry and A.W. Pugin to replace the medieval parliament buildings which burnt to the ground in 1834. The place comprises the iconic Big Ben; Westminster Hall, the oldest building on the Parliamentary estate; St Stephen's Chapel; and the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of British politics.

Be aware, tickets sell out a long time in advance as this is such a popular place to visit. Be sure to book in advance via: ukparliament.seetickets.com/content/ticket-options.

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1.99 km

Westminster Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

The iconic Westminster Abbey, the coronation church since 1066, has touched the lives of kings, queens, statesmen, soldiers, poets, priests, heroes, and villains since 960AD. Rich in history, tradition, and beauty, a visit to the famous abbey is awe-inspiring.

Due to the popularity of the abbey, it is well worth booking in advance. For more information, visit: westminster-abbey.org.

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2.52 km

Victoria Tower Gardens

Highlight • Viewpoint

Garden area where you can find some peace and quiet, as the area around Westminster is very popular with tourists

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3.37 km

View of Vauxhall Bridge and MI6 Building

Highlight • Viewpoint

The bridge conects Vauxhall on the south bank and Pimlico on the north bank. Opened in 1906, it replaced an earlier bridge. Lean over the railing to see the sculptures representing Agriculture, Architecture, Engineering and Pottery on the upstream piers and Science, Fine Arts, Local Government and Education on the downstream piers. Look out for the small St Pauls Cathedral in the hands of Architecture.

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4.79 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.21 km

1.78 km

635 m

104 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.63 km

691 m

280 m

163 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 6 August

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Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben) – Westminster Abbey loop from London

The National Covid Memorial Wall

View of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben

View of the Palace of Westminster

Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben)

Palace of Westminster and Big Ben

Westminster Abbey

Victoria Tower Gardens

View of Vauxhall Bridge and MI6 Building

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