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Situated on the north bank of the River Thames, Westminster is a centrally located borough in the city of London, perhaps best known for being the home of landmarks such as Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament.  The actual area which makes up the borough of Westminster is larger than you might think and there are lots of other attractions to be explored here bar the ones which first spring to mind, including plenty of free options too for those visiting on a budget. 

Some of our favourite Westminster attractions include:-

Westminster Cathedral

Not to be confused with the more popular Abbey, this Cathedral is one of the city’s wonderful hidden gems.  Located on Victoria Street, many visitors often pass it by on the way to other more well known attractions but Westminster Cathedral is definitely worth a visit.  This Neo-Byzantine Roman Catholic Church is home to a number of fascinating treasures including a collection of rare ecclesiastical objects, chalices and sacred relics which have all been acquired since the opening of the Cathedral in the early 1900s.  There is also a Tower Viewing Gallery where, for a small charge, you can climb 64 metres above street level and look out across the city of London.

Little Venice

If you are looking for a relaxed and picturesque way to spend a few hours when exploring Westminster then head to Little Venice.  This is a small spot of restaurants, pubs and bars which has grown around the area where Regent’s Canal meets the Grand Union Canal and it could be a million miles away from the bustling metropolitan atmosphere you come to associate with London.  There is a Montcalm hotel London just a short distance away too.  Grab a drink and soak up the atmosphere or wander alongside the canals admiring the brightly coloured boats which moor here; you could even rent a boat if you were feeling brave and wanted to see what it would be like to live on a barge.

Adelphi Theatre

This art deco 1930’s theatre is the perfect place to head if you want to enjoy the delights of a well crafted theatrical performance when visiting London.  Combine it with a visit to one of the many West End Bars and you’ll have yourself a magical evening out in London.  Previous shows at the Adelphi Theatre have included Chicago, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat and The Phantom of the Opera.

Trafalgar Square

Although it seems a bit of a cheat to include a slice of London which is also home to a number of attractions, if you only headed to Trafalgar to see the Square then that would be reason enough to go.  Check out Nelson’s column which stands tall at the heart of the Square or venture to one of the galleries which dominate the backdrop; the National Portrait Gallery in particular is a good way to spend an hour or two spotting well known figures from throughout British history.