UNESCO World Heritage · London
Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey including Saint Margaret's Church
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Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey including Saint Margaret's Church — UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Nearest railway station
- Westminster · 0.2 km
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there & planning your visit
The nearest railway station is Westminster, located 0.2 km away. Entry to the Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey is paid, but accessibility is available for wheelchair users. The postcode for the location is SW1P 3JX.
About
Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey including Saint Margaret's Church is a place of interest in London. It sits within the Cities of London and Westminster parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Westminster, about 0.2 km away. Postcode area SW1P.
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Official information
The Palace of Westminster is the seat of the UK Parliament, where visitors can explore its iconic architecture and rich history. Westminster Abbey is a historic church known for royal ceremonies and significant events, while Saint Margaret's Church offers a serene space for reflection and worship.
Place summary
The Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey, including Saint Margaret's Church, are located in London, within the unparished area of Westminster (postcode SW1P). This UNESCO World Heritage Site is notable for its architectural significance and historical importance as the seat of British governance and a centre of Christian worship.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5006, -0.1269
- District
- Westminster
- Parish
- Westminster, unparished area
- Postcode
- SW1P 3JX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cities of London and Westminster
- Nearest railway station
- Westminster — 0.2 km
- Official site
- www.westminster-abbey.org
Sources
- wikidata: Q10344038 (CC0)
- commons: Westminsterabbeyfromeye.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey including Saint Margaret's Church?
- Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey including Saint Margaret's Church is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SW1P 3JX), in the parish of Westminster, unparished area.
- What is Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey including Saint Margaret's Church?
- Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey including Saint Margaret's Church — UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- How do I get to Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey including Saint Margaret's Church?
- The nearest railway station is Westminster, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode SW1P 3JX.
- How do I get to Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey including Saint Margaret's Church?
- The nearest railway station is Westminster, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SW1P 3JX.