Best Attractions Near Buckingham Palace Rd (Devon)

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The best attractions near Buckingham Palace Rd

56 attractions

  1. Cultural landmark4.5170,196 reviews

    Buckingham Palace

    Buckingham Palace, located in London SW1A 1AA, is the official residence of His Majesty The King and a symbol of British heritage. Open to the public during summer months, visitors can tour the lavish State Rooms, explore the Royal Mews, and stroll through the palace gardens. The palace is renowned for its grand architecture, rich history, and the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony.

    Daily 9:30–19:30Price level $$Time to spend 2–3 hrs

    10 min walk · 0.8 kmLondon SW1A 1AA

  2. Department store4.4107,218 reviews

    Harrods

    Harrods is less a shop than a London institution: a vast, multi-floor department store on Brompton Road where luxury brands, food halls, and polished interiors draw tourists and serious shoppers alike. Expect a busy, upscale atmosphere, slow browsing, and plenty of reasons to linger, from window displays to takeaway treats and restaurant stops.

    Mon–Sat 10:00–21:00 · Sun 11:30–18:00Price level $$$Time to spend 0.8–4 hrs

    17 min walk · 1.3 km87-135 Brompton Rd London

  3. Park and Garden4.757,749 reviews

    St James's Park

    St James's Park is London’s oldest Royal Park, a calm stretch of lawns, paths, and water set between Buckingham Palace and Westminster. It is less about grand attractions than about the experience of walking through a formal city landscape softened by trees, birds, and long views. Most visitors come for a short, scenic pause between nearby sights, then linger by the lake or on a bench.

    Daily 5:00–24:00Time to spend 0.5–4 hrs

    16 min walk · 1.2 kmLondon SW1A 2BJ

  4. Anglican church4.640,916 reviews

    Westminster Abbey

    Westminster Abbey is London’s most layered sacred landmark: a working Anglican church, coronation site, royal burial place and dense archive of national memory. Inside, the pace is slow and stop-start as you move from the nave to chapels, cloisters and memorials, reading names that span centuries. It feels formal, enclosed and deeply historic, with little of the bustle outside.

    Price level $$Time to spend 1–4 hrs

    18 min walk · 1.4 kmDean's Yard London

  5. Park and Garden4.625,448 reviews

    The Green Park

    The Green Park is a tranquil 40-acre Royal Park in central London, nestled between Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly. Known for its mature trees, open grasslands, and peaceful atmosphere, it offers a quiet retreat from city life. The park features notable war memorials, shaded walkways, and seasonal deckchair rentals, making it a perfect spot for relaxation, picnics, and scenic views of Buckingham Palace. Open daily from 5am to midnight, entry is free and it welcomes visitors year-round.

    Daily 5:00–24:00Time to spend 1–2 hrs

    13 min walk · 1.0 kmGreen Park, London SW1A 1AA

  6. Historical landmark4.619,874 reviews

    Battersea Power Station

    Battersea Power Station is one of London’s most recognisable industrial landmarks, now reborn as a mixed-use riverside destination in Nine Elms. The preserved chimneys and turbine halls frame shops, restaurants, bars, and event spaces, while the Thames path and nearby pier add a strong sense of place. It works as a photo stop, lunch stop, and longer urban wander.

    Mon–Sat 10:00–21:00 · Sun 12:00–18:00Price level $$Time to spend 0.8–4.5 hrs

    19 min walk · 1.4 kmCircus Rd W London Nine Elms

  7. Tourist attraction4.612,906 reviews

    Churchill War Rooms

    The Churchill War Rooms, located beneath King Charles Street in London, offer a unique glimpse into the underground command centre where Winston Churchill and his government directed Britain’s World War II efforts. Preserved almost exactly as they were left in 1945, this historic site includes the Cabinet War Rooms and the Churchill Museum, showcasing wartime strategy, original rooms, and Churchill's life story. Open daily from 9:30 am to 6 pm, it is a must-visit for history enthusiasts and those intrigued by Britain’s wartime resilience.

    Daily 9:30–18:00Price level $$Time to spend 2–3.5 hrs

    18 min walk · 1.4 kmKing Charles St, London SW1A 2AQ

  8. Performing arts theatre4.611,097 reviews

    Apollo Victoria Theatre

    Apollo Victoria Theatre is a large West End venue in Pimlico, right by London Victoria station. Known for its Art Deco frontage and long-running musical productions, it is a tightly scheduled, indoor theatre experience rather than a place to linger. Expect pre-show bustle, a seated auditorium, interval drinks, and a polished but practical night out.

    Price level $$Time to spend 2–5 hrs

    3 min walk · 0.3 km17 Wilton Rd London Pimlico

  9. Catholic cathedral4.78,618 reviews

    Westminster Cathedral

    Westminster Cathedral is the Roman Catholic mother church of England and Wales, a vast Byzantine Revival building on Victoria Street with mosaics, chapels, and a tower view over central London. It feels solemn rather than theatrical: a working cathedral where visitors move quietly between prayer, architecture, and city views. Entry is free, and the atmosphere shifts with Mass times and religious events.

    Time to spend 0.5–3 hrs

    6 min walk · 0.5 kmVictoria St London

  10. Shopping Centre4.36,446 reviews

    Cardinal Place

    Cardinal Place is a vibrant shopping centre and office complex on Victoria Street in central London, blending modern retail, dining, and a serene rooftop garden. Just steps from Victoria Station and opposite Westminster Cathedral, it offers convenient access to high street brands, eateries, and green spaces amid the city's hustle. Built in 2005 over active Underground tunnels, its innovative design features rubber shock absorbers to minimize train vibrations, creating a stable urban oasis with 100,000 square feet of retail space.

    Price level $$Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs

    6 min walk · 0.4 kmVictoria St, London SW1E 5JD

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