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The Great Britain Guide

Natural landmarks · London

New Scotland Yard

In or near London.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair accessible

New Scotland Yard — a other in england-london, United Kingdom.

New Scotland Yard Sign - geograph.org.uk - 5252075

PAUL FARMER — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Westminster · 0.2 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

New Scotland Yard is a other located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Photo gallery

360° viewimagery from 2015

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Place summary

New Scotland Yard is the headquarters of the Metropolitan Police Service, located in London. It is known for its distinctive architecture and serves as a symbol of policing in the capital. The building is a key site for law enforcement in the UK.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.5030, -0.1240
District
Westminster
Parish
Westminster, unparished area
Postcode
SW1A 2JH
Parliamentary constituency
Cities of London and Westminster
Nearest railway station
Westminster0.2 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is New Scotland Yard?
New Scotland Yard is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SW1A 2JH), in the parish of Westminster, unparished area.
What is New Scotland Yard?
New Scotland Yard — a other in england-london, United Kingdom.
How do I get to New Scotland Yard?
The nearest railway station is Westminster, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode SW1A 2JH.
Is New Scotland Yard free to visit?
Yes, New Scotland Yard is free to enter.
How do I get to New Scotland Yard?
The nearest railway station is Westminster, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SW1A 2JH.