Here are 6 photo spots at Palace of Westminster for you.

The Palace of Westminster, also known as the Houses of Parliament, is a historic landmark in London where the UK Parliament meets. Famous for the Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben), the Palace is an architectural masterpiece with a rich history dating back to the 11th century.

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Tips for your trip to Palace of Westminster

About the location

It houses both the House of Commons and the House of Lords, and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Notable features include the Victoria Tower, once the tallest brick tower in the world, and the ornate Central Lobby. The Palace symbolizes British democracy and attracts millions of visitors annually.

Best timing

Thames Festival (September) - A celebration of the River Thames, featuring cultural events, performances, and installations along the riverbanks.

Lord Mayor's Show (November) - A historic parade celebrating the new Lord Mayor of London, featuring floats, marching bands, and traditional pageantry.

State Opening of Parliament (November) - A grand ceremony where the monarch delivers the King's (or Queen's) Speech from the House of Lords, marking the beginning of the parliamentary session.

Traveling

By Underground:
Westminster Station (Jubilee, Circle, District lines)

By Bus:
Bus Stop: Westminster Station
Routes: 11, 24, 77A, 148, 211, 507, 521

By Train:
Nearest station: London Victoria Station
Take the underground from Victoria to Westminster (Circle or District Line)

Other languages

Here is how Palace of Westminster is called in other languages:
CS Westminsterský palác DE Palast von Westminster EL Παλάτι του Γουέστμινστερ ES Palacio de Westminster FI Westministerin palatsi FR Palais de Westminster HI वेस्टमिंस्टर महल HR Westminsterska palača IS Westminsterhöllin IT Palazzo di Westminster JA ウェストミンスター宮殿 NL Paleis van Westminster NO Westminsterpalasset PL Pałac Westminsterski PT Palácio de Westminster RU Вестминстерский дворец SV Westminsterpalatset TR Westminster Sarayı ZH 西敏寺宫

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