The smart, definitive guide to Westminster, London

Things to do in Westminster

What's on in Westminster

Home to the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace and Big Ben, Westminster encompasses all the famous London landmarks. Popular with the tourists, there’s rarely a quiet moment in this part of town, but it’s always possible to escape a lot of the crowds by going for a walk along the River Thames and taking in London’s skyline.

If the tours of Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament aren’t your style take a river boat trip along the Thames to the Tate Britain gallery which is guaranteed to be putting on an exhibition worthy of your attention.  For something more light-hearted, cross over to the Southbank where there’s fun to be had on the London Eye and at the London Aquarium. Finally, after a hard day’s sightseeing there’s no better place to while away the evening than Gordon’s Wine Bar, the oldest wine bar in London. 

The biggest scene in Westminster is undeniably a political one but there’s still lots going on to entertain. For the culture vultures Westminster obviously has lots to offer from its famous landmarks through to the Tate Britain. At night the scene is dominated more by pubs than clubs with the Tattershall Castle and Red Lion both offering comedy nights to their punters.

Westminster Venues

• Tate Britain
  Best for: Seeing the annual Turner Prize collection.
• London Aquarium
  Best for:  Pretending you’re a kid again.  And freaky-looking fish.
• Westminster Abbey
  Best for: Listening to the choir at Christmas time and poet's corner.
• St James’ Park
  Best for: Taking a stroll round on a sunny day and pretending you're royalty.
• Tattershall Castle
  Best for: If you fancy getting off dry land.
• Red Lion
  Best for: Some Monday Night comedy

Westminster Facts

Tube Stops: Westminster, St James’ Park, Embankment
Borough: Westminster