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- ComhairleIreland31 contributionsWe visited the shop at 8pm on a Monday evening (note: it stays open until 10pm). There was no queue and the shop was quite quiet, so we got lots of photos with all the lego attractions (Big Ben, red double-decker bus, Shakespeare, excellent Harry Potter figures, cool car that you can sit into) and had a nice browse through the shop without any pressure or stress. Even bought a few small sets and had no queue at the tills either. Strongly recommend an evening visit if you can as a result - just be aware that Sunday opening hours are 10am - 6pm, so no late opening that night.Written April 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Wendy L59 contributionsSomerset house was lovely but the hello kitty cafe wasn't worth the two hour Wait we were very disappointed. Wood benches could of put pink cloths on. Two cakes and brownies to choose From was expecting cup cakes with hello kitty on. Hardly anything to buy to take home and only allowed in for twenty minutesWritten April 3, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- I visited this place🇺🇸🇫🇷🇬🇷🇨🇭🇬🇧Israel15,146 contributionsPROS
* Impressive majestic column and statue, surrounded by other historical remembrances
* The central point of Trafalgar Square
CONS
* It is too tall so it is difficult to admire the sculpture of the statue
* It attracts pigeon birds
* It is crowded with tourists
“I VISITED THIS PLACE”…
… on my way to the outstanding National Gallery.
I admired the column, looked up at the statue, studying the lion sculptures and plaques and photographed the tourists also.
WAS IT WORTH THE COST?
It is free
WOULD “I VISIT THIS PLACE” AGAIN?
Sure – and again, on my way to my next visit of the National Gallery.
ADVICE
* It is important to visit and see this important national and historical monument
* Beware of crowds and birds
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“I visited this place” in order to write this review and to post many “helpful” photos. If you find these “helpful,” then please tik the thumbs up 👍Written February 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - gamainInverell, Australia1,549 contributionsVisiting on a weekend, Benjamin Franklin House was nestled against the southern side of Charing Cross Station, Trafalgar Square. We arrived mid-morning and at a time that allowed immediate access to the house, as we thought it would be busy. I was not aware that Benjamin Franklin, lived in London from 1757 to 1775. Ten years later in October 1785, Franklin whose image appears on the US$100 note, became the 6th President of Pennsylvania and was a signer of the Declaration of Independence. It's was great to see the historic significance of the house continuing to be maintained during these changing time, with the residence without proper furnishings, was very basic.Written November 18, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- therichastillStevenage, UK2,768 contributionsVictoria Embankment is on the North side of the River Thames. It stretches from Blackfriars to Westminster and the Houses of Parliament.
You can cycle, drive or walk and there are separate cariageways for each of these methods of transport.
I would recommend walking along the embankment as you will get to see so much more. You can take in the various monuments, statues and little details compared to if you whizz past. For example check out the ornate benches and what makes up the bases of them.
In addition there is glorious scenery to enjoy like the South Bank, the Eye and the former County Hall.
Highly recommended.Written November 4, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Stephen ChicagoChicago, IL62 contributionsA truly beautiful and historic church. Whether you are religious or not, you will not regret visiting this gem. Step inside and enjoy a quiet moment of reflection, enjoy the magnificent architecture, peruse the books of dedication to fallen RAF. Then step outside and admire the statue of Dr. Johnson and survey the WWII shrapnel damage still visible on the building. So much history in one building in a part of a London that is awash with it, right on the border where the City of Westminster meets the City of London.
If you’re fortunate enough to be here, as we were, when the bells play “Oranges and Lemons”, even better. They are played every day at 9 am, noon, 3pm and 6pm. (St. Clement Eastcheap is actually the church referenced in the song, but hey ho).
There are also many great pubs and restaurants nearby to grab a drink or lunch/dinner.
There’s also many pubs and restaurants nearby to grab a drink or lunch/dinner.Written February 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - HINA WIslamabad, Pakistan6,566 contributionsYou can see this obelisk on the Thames Embankment near the Golden Jubilee Bridge. It was constructed in Egypt in 1450 BC as a set of three needles. It was made for Pharaoh Thutmose III. Cleopatra’s Needle was brought to London from Alexandria, the city which welcomed Cleopatra. The second needle went to New York while the third one was is in Paris. All three were gifted to these countries by the Egyptian ruler Muhammad Ali Pasha. British needle landed in London in 1878 after undergoing a rough journey at sea. In London it was exposed to WWII bombing. Before coming here it sat waiting to be transported for sixty years in Alexandria because it weighed 200 tonnes. It has Hieroglyphical writings on it. You can see two sphinxes sitting beneath it. These were cast in bronze in Pimlico in 1881. Looking at this composition you feels as if you are in Egypt.Written July 8, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- danny jBristol, UK16 contributionsCrowded even at 9pm but still likely one of the better Ice Skating setups in London. The setting in front of the lit-up Battersea power station is very nice. Plenty of bars nearby.Written December 22, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- FIL MLondon, UK538 contributionsMy friend and I attended a concert that was being performed within the church. It was such an unexpected gem that is hiding in plain sight!
Well worth a brief visit even if not attending a concert.Written October 16, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ShaunH290London, UK2,334 contributionsThe Chapel forms part of the Savoy Estate belonging to the Duchy of Lancaster. The opening hours are a little restricted as it is not very well known but it is a GEM! It is the Chapel of the Royal Victorian Order, instituted in 1896. The main hall is a riot of colour and heraldry and is aligned north-south, rather than east-west.
Spectacular! Well worth buying the guidebook too!Written February 9, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - I visited this place🇺🇸🇫🇷🇬🇷🇨🇭🇬🇧Israel15,146 contributionsPROS
* The oldest statue in London- from 1633- and well preserved
* Important historical person and important historical location of Trafalgar Square
* Good detail of sculpture
CONS
* It is on a small island of a roundabout of very busy streets
* The personage does have a colorful story to be so honored in such a central location
"I VISITED THIS PLACE"...
... when I was exploring Trafalgar Square trying to see anything and everything all at the same time. This is a good and well-preserved (although certainly weathered) statue. I enjoyed studying its details.
WAS IT WORTH THE COST?
It is free
WOULD "I VISIT THIS PLACE" AGAIN?
Sure- I would return and study this sculpture in even more detail when I visit National Gallery again
ADVICE
* When you are at National Gallery, walk over to the traffic island to see this old bronze 500 year old statue
* Watch the traffic in the roundabout when getting thereWritten February 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ColhuntCramlington, UK147 contributionsBooked this visit as a present for my son's birthday and it was a very good experience. We only went to London for the day to attend this and we were not disappointed. The tour is very informative and the information is well delivered by Simon and Tommy. The history of the underground and in particular this station keeps you interested from the start. The tour lasts about 75 minutes and be warned there are 163 steps up and down to tackle so you might get out of breath. Remember also to take Photo I.D. as i forgot mine but was eventually allowed to continue after proving my identity. My son and I both really enjoyed this tour and it was well worth travelling the length of the country to take part. I am sure that in the future we will look at other hidden London trips. Thanks again to Simon and TommyWritten November 24, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- HINA WIslamabad, Pakistan6,566 contributionsThree corners of the Trafalgar Square have had permanent statues fixed on them since the 1800s. I found it very interesting that the fourth plinth was created but left empty because there were no funds left for it. The statue Ig King William IV was supposed to be installed there. So for 150 this corner had no permanent exhibit on it’s pedestal. In 1999 it was decided to put a new artwork here each year, which would make a statement. The first such piece was a statue by Mark Wallinger called ‘Eccentric Homo’. The latest piece is called the Antelope. It is the masterpiece of Samson Kambalu which tells us about the British Empire’s relationship with the Africans. It will replace the current exhibit by Heather Phillipson’s which shows a drone whirling over a blob of whipped cream. It is called ‘The End’. I liked this concept of art rotation.Written July 12, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- joaniemariaEldridge, IA2,443 contributionsI wanted to visit this theater which used to show Beatles premieres back in the sixties. Now it is a stage theater and is showing Book of Mormon. Cool architecture. Busy intersection. Worth a look if you are a Beatles fan.Written July 17, 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- therichastillStevenage, UK2,768 contributionsNot sure if it's a COVID-19 thing but when I visited the horses were enclosed with a big barrier in front of them and the fountain was not working either.
Might be just because things have been alot quieter during lockdown or how it will be for the future.
Nevertheless it is an AMAZING scuplture if you get up close.Written December 5, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
