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Trafalgar Square
Plaza
Piccadilly, London
Has a stamp of approval from Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and New York Habitat
"Just beautiful and right next to the magnificent National Gallery!"(43 Tips)
"Love the black lion statues, so regal !"(20 Tips)
"Unfortunately the pigeons disappeared but the lions are still there."(25 Tips)
"A beautiful setting in the heart of London."(9 Tips)
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ℳ𝒶𝓎♍May 23, 2015I mean if you're not from London you just gotta go there! It's like going to Disney Land and not grabbing Mickey for a selfie!! Community square where lots of amazing entertainment happen
Upvoted Mar 15- Social News NetworkNovember 16, 2013A beautiful setting in the heart of London. Check out the National Gallery art museum and Nelson's Column, a monument to Admiral Horatio Nelson. Watch out for all the pigeons!
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Nouf Q.January 5, 2016Oxford street as starting point and go on to Regent street until you reach Trafalgar Square enjoy it's sights and sounds then go on your way to London eye.. Perfect walk!!
Upvoted Mar 6
John AgapitosSeptember 21, 2018One of London’s landmarks, and where the National Portrait Gallery is. Usually, there is some event or happening. Very central location, and next to many other sights like Piccadilly Circus.
Great photo opportunities to catch Big Ben in the distance with Nelson's Column in the forefront. Or take one with one of the bronze lions. Just a great square with plenty to see all around.
Great and worth a visit. Even living in London I love this place. And I still like climbing on the lions;)
Baby DiverNovember 4, 2016A place where pigeons fly past your face! There's a lot of performance and people watching. Take time to relax and ride the lion statues. Spend time to discover National Gallery
Andrew CAugust 28, 2018Seems like it's just a square with fountain and tall statue... lots of people watching and not many street performers!!!! Conveniently located to the National Gallery and Leicester Sq and more!
Nicole MillsOctober 25, 2023The site of where all measurement ‘from London’ takes place. Popular Gathering point for protests, so check before venturing there. Popular tourists sites, museums & Church on the square.
Gary HorOctober 8, 2016Snap a photo in the square. If you come early in the morning when there's not a tourist in sight, the scene is rather peaceful. If you arrive in the morning, you'll get to enter the Gallery early too.
Amélie DcrlApril 16, 2016I like going there especially when there are celebrations. It's even better when the sun is shining! And the National Gallery is just a few steps from it ;)
roslyn-nicole fordApril 7, 2014a hangout spot for teens at night and on the weekends, alot of protests happen here, very nice place to bring the family for a picnic at the fountains.
Cenker KöseMarch 30, 2016Real centre of London! Most of the "point of interests" and touristic places (Covent Garden, Soho, etc) are in walking distance. Don't forget to visit National Gallery (entrance free).
Eman AbdulazizSeptember 4, 2017Interesting area with fountains and statues. People come here to enjoy the view and relax a bit!
Никита ШвинагирьDecember 27, 2014Nice place with great architecture and monuments. Bookstore at the corner of Strand and Nortumberland is amazing. The best currency exchange rates are at the corner of Whitehall and Nortumberland.
MhmtaliMay 29, 2013A wonderful place for people watching on a sunny day or as a romantic meeting place at dusk, but look out for the pigeons. A visit to the National Gallery is also highly recommended.
Michael NataleAugust 9, 2016Great place to people watch. One of the best squares / plazas I've visited. Shopping nearby. Stop in to the National Gallery to catch some impressive art.
A great place to sit on the steps that lead to the National Gallery and relax. Great views and a beautiful gathering plaza in the center of London.
Walk towards Buckingham Palace, and you'll walk under three arches. The arch on the right has a nose stuck onto it, about 8 feet from the ground.
RachelOctober 18, 2015Iconic spot for tourist, don't forget to visit the National Gallery! It's pretty interesting inside, plus, that's the place for loo 🙈 (if you need)
Frankie J. 😎 GreySeptember 7, 2017Iconic landmark of the 13th century, to commemorate the Napoleonic Wars: today it's still a very important busy square, for gatherings, events and special celebrations!
There will always be plenty of people around here but it's such a famous landmark. I live walking through at night when the fountains are lit up and it's calmer.
S AMarch 26, 2018One of my favorite spots in the world. Along with Piccadilly Circus, this place could keep me busy for days.
ChrisDecember 23, 2016Imagine how crowded it was at the end of wwii. Great history here. Lots of nearby attractions too.
Andy LoveJuly 12, 2015One of my favourite spots in London. Always nice to grab a meal, sit down and do some people watching.
GaëlleOctober 30, 2016The best thing of Trafalgar Square is there is always an activity or event. And it close to the national portrait gallery.
It's very difficult to choose my favorite place in London, but perhaps under torture, I would choose to Trafalgar Square. National Gallery is located there, and Picadilly Circus is a minute walk.
Magdalena MrázkováMay 4, 2015The heart of London where there are always zillions of people. But on good weather it's a perfect place to watch the buzzing
Michael FitzgeraldFebruary 11, 2015Watch out for the con artists in this area! Especially on the steps, if someone comes up to you with a piece of string walk away, say no or you'll be out of pocket by up to £20!
New York HabitatFebruary 28, 2012Be sure to visit the largest square in London where you will find the tall Nelson’s Column and gorgeous fountains. Sit on the big steps leading up to the National Gallery for a fantastic view.
Otel.comOctober 11, 2011This famous public space is home to the monument of Nelson's Column, surrounded by the iconic lion statues. Other notable features here include the 4 plinths and the fountains (amazing at night).- DoubleDeuceOctober 26, 2018A scene to loiter with the tourists, catch some sidewalk chalk art and enjoy the sounds and mist of the fountain.
Maretha FiscellaMarch 1, 2011A wonderful place for people watching on a sunny day or as a romantic meeting place at dusk, but look out for the pigeons. A visit to the National Gallery is also highly recommended :D
Perfect meeting place and usually crowded. In the afternoons, you can't find a place to sit and eat your meal. You should visit St. Martin in the Fields and National Gallery
Sasha SSeptember 20, 2014Cool blue chicken sculpture symbolizes the unreality of the world and brings a sense o hallucination in the strict architecture. I love it 💙💙💙
Martin CallanOctober 3, 2011A fantastic atmosphere and great place to go when there are outdoor concerts held there. Great on new years as well!
Ahmad AlfilimbanyFebruary 18, 2016Beautiful place to visit..walking distance to all the sight seeing places in London.
Louis VuittonMay 19, 2010A wonderful place for people watching on a sunny day or as a romantic meeting place at dusk, but look out for the pigeons. A visit to the National Gallery is also highly recommended.
HISTORY UKAugust 9, 2011Every year a Norway Spruce is erected here and decorated as part of the Christmas festivities. The tree is a gift of thanks from the Norwegians for Britain's support during the Second World War
Wladimir AlbujaMarch 27, 2016Nice when sunny and cold when cloudy. Perfect meeting point for tourist and good start to tour across the city.
Yarn LamApril 5, 2015This place is always buzzing and lively! As with all crowded places, take care of yourself.
Nathalia LimaSeptember 27, 2016Just sit on the stairs and relax alter visiting the National Gallery that you'll feel almost british! 🇬🇧
Alessandro CandeoDecember 28, 2015The heart of London, the first place you should go for planning your visit. Great street artists all day long.
Just Me .. @what_food23February 6, 2020Visiting London all my life I just found this hidden underground cafe Called Crypt .
Brandon 🍣🍶☕️December 27, 2015Nice place to rest your feet for an hour. Plenty of people watching, architect, and street performers
Danny KatzApril 28, 2017Friday evening is a bit of a rowdy clusterf*ck, but the chalk artwork and live event they were setting up seemed promising :)
Jose LopezFebruary 6, 2015Right in the middle of London, one of the must iconic plazas!! And in front of national gallery, portrait gallery !!
Piccy LokeApril 4, 2018watch out for the chalk drawings by buskers while walking. interesting concept of drawing country flags to attract tourist to drop their loose change on their home country
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Trafalgar Square is a public space and tourist attraction in central London, England, United Kingdom. At its centre is Nelson's Column.
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