There are some landmarks that are inextricably linked to their cities. In the case of Big Ben, it is London. The giant clock has been ticking away without any major problems since its completion in 1859. Housed in the 315-ft Elizabeth Tower, located at the northern end of the Houses of Parliament, it takes 334 steps (11 floors) to reach the top. The tower, built in a Neo-Gothic style, was designed by Augustus Pugin. Big Ben is a World Heritage Site and a British icon.
Hear Big Ben strike, Climb 334 steps to the Clock Tower to see the clock mechanism and Panoramic view of the Westminster Palace or Parliament house.
Take the District, Circle or Jubilee tube lines to Westminster
Sunday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Monday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
*Currently closed for renovation
Waiting Time
10 minutes
Entrance Fee
Adult: £25.00 per person
Time you can spend
1 to 2 hours
Weather
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