A Classic London Walk

Piccadilly to Parliament, the perfect half-day out, with or without stops!

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If you want to experience the heart of historic London in just a couple of hours, the Piccadilly to Parliament Walk is the perfect route. This walk connects some of the city’s most famous landmarks with royal parks, elegant streets, political powerhouses, and cultural treasures. Starting at the neon-lit bustle of Piccadilly Circus and ending beneath the towering clockface of Big Ben, it’s a journey through centuries of London’s story — all on foot and easy to follow. Whether it’s your first visit or your fifth, this route offers the kind of variety that makes London unforgettable.

Along the way, you’ll pass the grand Royal Academy of Arts, step into the old-world charm of Fortnum & Mason, and stroll through peaceful Green Park to the gates of Buckingham Palace. From there, you’ll wind through the flower-lined paths of St James’s Park, watch the Horse Guards on duty, glimpse the Prime Minister’s residence at Downing Street, and end with a view of the Houses of Parliament and the world-famous Big Ben. Every stop on this route is open and fully operational, making it an ideal half-day walk for anyone looking to see the best of London’s tradition, pageantry, and charm without ever needing to hop on a bus or train.

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• A Classic London Walk - This scenic stroll connects royal landmarks, elegant streets, green parks, and famous government buildings. Total walking time without stops: about 30–40 minutes. But with stops, it's a perfect half-day outing:-

  • Piccadilly Circus

  • Royal Academy of Arts

  • Fortnum & Mason

  • Green Park

  • Buckingham Palace

  • St James’s Park

  • Horse Guards Parade

  • No. 10 Downing Street

  • Big Ben & Houses of Parliament

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