The Houses of Parliament, otherwise known as The Palace of Westminster, stands on the site where Edward the Confessor had the original palace built in the first half of the eleventh century. Big Ben is one of London's best-known landmarks, and looks most spectacular at night when the clock faces are illuminated. Downing Street, with its famous black front door - the backdrop to many historical announcements, has been the official residence of Britain s Prime Minister since 1732. Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.
Buses run regularly across the river to the West End.
The new Sanctuary House Hotel is situated just a short walk from Westminster Abbey. Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer. Excelsior Information Systems Limited. All rights reserved.