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Big Ben
| 2 Miles
House of Commons, Westminster, London, SW1A 0AA
Big Ben is the nickname for the great bell of the clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London, and is generally extended to refer to the clock or the clock tower as well. The clock tower holds the largest four-faced chiming clock in the world and is the third-tallest free-standing clock tower. It celebrated its 150th anniversary on 31 May 2009, during which celebratory events took place. The tower was completed on 10 April 1858 and has become one of the most prominent symbols of both London and England, often in the establishing shot of films set in the city.
Buckingham Palace
| 1 Miles
Buckingham Palace, London, SW1A 1AA
Buckingham Palace has served as the official London residence of Britain's sovereigns since 1837 and today is the administrative headquarters of the Monarch.
Although in use for the many official events and receptions held by The Queen, the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace are open to visitors every year.
National Portrait Gallery
| 2 Kilometers
St Martin's Place, London, WC2H 0HE
Founded in 1856, the aim of the National Portrait Gallery, London is ‘to promote through the medium of portraits the appreciation and understanding of the men and women who have made and are making British history and culture, and to promote the appreciation and understanding of portraiture in all media’.
Victoria and Albert Museum
| 3 Kilometers
V&A South Kensington, Cromwell Road, London, SW7 2RL
The purpose of the Victoria and Albert Museum is to enable everyone to enjoy its collections and explore the cultures that created them; and to inspire those who shape contemporary design. All our efforts are focused upon a central purpose - the increased use of our displays, collections and expertise as resources for learning, creativity and enjoyment by audiences within and beyond the United Kingdom.
The Tower of London
| 7 Kilometers
Tower Hill, London, EC3N 4AB
The Tower of London is a beautiful landmark located at Tower Hill. It is a historic castle on the north bank of the River Thames in central London, England.
