Here are 14 photo spots at the Big Ben for you.

About the location

The area around Big Ben is definitely one of the most touristic areas of London. Nevertheless you shouldn't miss this place as a photographer, because there are quite a few great photo perspectives like the typical view from the bridge towards the tower, usually during blue hour with some passing cars or double-decker buses to get some light trails within your image.

Another great spot, especially during rain, is across the Westminster Bridge. There is a tunnel on the right side of the bridge you can use to frame your photos, which is a great place during rainy days.

Best timing

January - New Year's Day Parade:
Passes near Westminster, great for festive street photography.

March - St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations:
Sometimes buildings near Big Ben are lit in green.

April - Spring Blooms:
Cherry blossoms and flowers add color to shots of Big Ben.

November - Lord Mayor's Show:
Parades and fireworks in central London.

Traveling

The best way to get there is without any doubt by train to Westminster station. You will see the Big Ben immediately when you leave the station. A taxi or a double-decker bus tour is also a good way to get there.

Other languages

Here is how Big Ben is called in other languages:
CS Big Ben DE Big Ben EL Μπιγκ Μπεν ES Big Ben FI Big Ben FR Big Ben HI बिग बेन HR Big Ben IS Big Ben IT Big Ben JA ビッグ・ベン NL Big Ben NO Big Ben PL Big Ben PT Big Ben RU Биг-Бен SV Big Ben TR Big Ben ZH 大本钟