Houses of Parliament

Went on the audio tour of parliament. Never been before and it was well worth the visit. The tour covered Westminster hall and both the House of Lords and Commons, along with other connected rooms. You could actually go up and stand between the benches in both places! The audio guide was excellent. We did the long tour which was about 1 hour 15 minutes. Each of the parts of the audio guide were not too long and informative with extra bits if you wanted to know more. We went at the last time available in the day so there were no queues through security and for most of the tour there were not many people around. There was only us and a security guard in the House of Commons at one point! Definitely recommend going.

An architectural masterpiece and the heart of British politics, the Houses of Parliament stand as a symbol of democracy and history. Also known as the Palace of Westminster, this iconic structure dates back to the 19th century, with its neo-Gothic design making it one of London’s most recognizable landmarks. Overlooking the River Thames, the building houses the House of Commons and the House of Lords, where debates and decisions that shape the UK take place. Whether admired from Westminster Bridge or up close, its grandeur and historical significance make it a must-visit.

The Houses of Parliament, also known as the Palace of Westminster, is one of the most iconic buildings in London. Situated on the banks of the River Thames, it includes two main houses: the House of Commons and the House of Lords. We loved our audio tour here - so informative. The building is not only a center of political activity but also an architectural marvel. A must visit place in London.

A magnificent building, magnificent interiors, richly decorated, full of beautiful paintings and statues. Old furniture, impressive. Unfortunately, photography is prohibited in the most interesting parts of the self-guided tour. There is a souvenir shop (expensive) and a cafe.

Took my wife for a tour of the Palace of Westminster, before watching PMQs. Our tour guide, Nick, was knowledgeable and witty. He made the entire experience very enjoyable. Try testing his knowledge with a difficult question or two! He's pretty good!

Amazing, the Historical Palace Of Westminster with the members of the House of Commons & Lords sitting in there with the Reference Libraries, Division Lobbies , Famous paintings deicpicting chapters of British History with Beautiful Statues , Wall Hangings & British Regalia on display with the two magnificent chambers of Members & Lords to see.

I have lived in west London for over fifty years and visited the parliament many times. It is so spectacular, even now it takes my breath away. Even on a cold day there are many visitors and has an amazing buzz. Videoing the surroundings and the Big Ben striking the famous chimes at midday is so special. A walk over the bridge to the south side is a must. Looking backwards the views of the parliament across the river and photo opportunities are a must. Word of caution, there are card sharks four/five meters. They have accomplices who move between the card sharks to avoid detection. The betting is heavy, over one pounds hundred plus. The accomplice bets £100 and is immediately rewarded with a win of £100. Joe Public go crazy and bet heavily, they all lose. Some people tried to bet £20, their bets are refused and told to bet up wards of a hundred. The are ice cream, food and snacks vendors if you want to purchase from them asked the price before you touch or taste any thing.. On the south bank there are the acctrations, the London eye, the Aquarium, the dungeon and restaurants with views of the parliament and Big Ben. It’s a very good day out.

The Houses of Parliament seen early on a Sunday morning in July 2024, with perfect summer weather prevailing.