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Yes, colonialism was driven from here, that acknowledgement of crime aside, it is splendid to tour a building that’s been standing since the 11th century- through the motions of history and history making.

Took the guided tour here and it assumed a base level of knowledge of British government, so I was slightly lost. However there were some interesting anecdotes and it was a fascinating visit.

The tour was fantastic. The guide was very informative and friendly. He happily answered all questions posed by the group. There was so much history and beautiful art to see in the tour. The parliament is among my top three recommendations for places to see in London. The other two being the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace.

Finally get in to the inside of the palace of Westminster, the core of the UK politics and history. There were so many historical events happen inside the building. Visited the House of Lords and the House of Commons with the audio guide, so I can walk on my own pace the get into details, from some memorial signs on the floor to statues of Lords and Prime Ministers of the audio guide. It was no photograph inside except of the Westminster Hall.

Such a beautiful place and architecture , worth a visit, finally St Stevens Tower is shedding its steel skin, revealing the magnificent clock face that big Ben sits behind 🇬🇧

This was lovely to see and hear the history of the place was very good the multi media tour is very good as you can go at your own pace so no rush and the staff are very helpful and very very knowledgeable and they all know there stuff I really liked the thrown room where the queen would get the ceremony thrown on

As also known as the Palace of Westminster is actually a real palace with full of stories behind its walls. One of the most magnificent buildings in the city. Not to be missed.

A must to do : very informative about the uk parliamentarian life, the place is amazing and being inside the House of Commons is a life time experience (Divisions ! Clear the lobbies !)

One of Londons landmarks. Charming building of Gothic Revival architecture. Definitely visit it. Photographs inside are not permitted, except in Westminster Hall.

Great place, friendly staff.The history of the Palace of Westminster began in the Middle Ages when it was used as a royal residence. The English (and subsequently BritishParliament of the United Kingdom has met there since 1295. The Palace burned down in 1834 and was replaced by a modern building.

An iconic piece of British history that I really appreciated! It’s amazing the richness of this palace originally built in the Middle Ages and shaped during the centuries. It’s really interesting to enter the House of Lords and the one of commons, analysing the differences. Moreover I suggest to take the audio-guide, so that you’ll not lose any detail or feature of this incredible building.

It’s a must see if you’re in London😍 tour takes about 90mins and the tickets are easy to get, even during summer peak. Loved it 👍🏻

Excellent London sight with lots of viewpoints and close location to other London landmarks!

Impressive building and its Elizabeth tower that houses big Ben.

A tour of the Houses of Parliament is very worthwhile. Walking through the infamous rooms whilst sessions are closed (note when this is before visitingis exciting. The tour guides know their facts well and there is plenty to see. I’d recommend taking a trip through here if you get the chance next time you’re in London.

We had an excellent free tour of the Houses of Parliament given by a highly knowledgeable and enthusiastic-for-democracy guide, who was very keen for people to visit the public galleries etc. Whatever you think about some of our politicians, this tour may restore some of your belief in our system. Got there early for a good coffee, too

To attend house of Lords and visit the commons, Free entry at Cromwell Green Entrance, amazing Powerhouse of the global politics. Must visit if you are in London. There is a nice souvenir shop and cafe inside house of Parliament.

Dining here is an absolute joy. The staff are lovely, the food is of the highest quality and the atmosphere and surroundings are unique

Looks stunning, the years of work have been worth it. Expect plenty of road traffic and its on a very busy junction. Very gothic looking.

Amazing opportunity to visit with multimedia tour. Stunning place, great audio guide and super friendly and knowledgeable staff

Beautiful view of London’s most famous landmark.

Westminster Hall, Its a beautiful place to visit and spend time, where you can collect, smartphone style audio and interactive app guide, with settings for adults and children.free access tour of the Houses of Parliament. Excellent tour and well worth the time.If you want to do the same then book through your MP

A place once ruled three quarters of the world, incredible looking building with Big Ben in its side

Went on the democratic free access tour of the Houses of Parliament. Excellent tour and well worth the time.If you want to do the same then book through your MP.

Its name, which derives from the neighbouring Westminster Abbey, may refer to several historic structures but most often: the Old Palace, a medieval building-complex largely destroyed by fire in 1834, or its replacement, the New Palace that stands today. The palace is owned by the monarch in right of the Crown and, for ceremonial purposes, retains its original status as a royal residence. Committees appointed by both houses manage the building and report to the Speaker of the House of Commons and to the Lord Speaker,The first royal palace constructed on the site dated from the 11th century, and Westminster became the primary residence of the Kings of England until fire destroyed the royal apartments in 1512 (after which, the nearby Palace of Whitehall was established). The remainder of Westminster continued to serve as the home of the Parliament of England, which had met there since the 13th century, and also as the seat of the Royal Courts of Justice, based in and around Westminster Hall. In 1834 an even greater fire ravaged the heavily rebuilt Houses of Parliament, and the only significant medieval structures to survive were Westminster Hall, the Cloisters of St Stephens, the Chapel of St Mary Undercroft, and the Jewel TowerIn the subsequent competition for the reconstruction of the Palace, the architect Charles Barry won with a design for new buildings in the Gothic Revival style, specifically inspired by the English Perpendicular Gothic style of the 14th–16th centuries. The remains of the Old Palace (except the detached Jewel Towerwere incorporated into its much larger replacement, which contains over 1,100 rooms organised symmetrically around two series of courtyards and which has a floor area of 112,476 m2 (1,210,680 sq ft).[1] Part of the New Palaces area of 3.24 hectares (8 acreswas reclaimed from the River Thames, which is the setting of its nearly 300-metre long (980 ftfaçade,[1] called the River Front. Augustus Pugin, a leading authority on Gothic architecture and style, assisted Barry and designed the interior of the Palace. Construction started in 1840 and lasted for 30 years, suffering great delays and cost overruns, as well as the death of both leading architects; works for the interior decoration continued intermittently well into the 20th century. Major conservation work has taken place since then to reverse the effects of Londons air pollution, and extensive repairs followed the Second World War, including the reconstruction of the Commons Chamber following its bombing in 194The Palace is one of the centres of political life in the United Kingdom; "Westminster" has become a metonym for the UK Parliament and the British Government, and the Westminster system of government commemorates the name of the palace. The Elizabeth Tower, in particular, often referred to by the name of its main bell, Big Ben, has become an iconic landmark of London and of the United Kingdom in general, one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city, and an emblem of parliamentary democracy. Tsar Nicholas I of Russia called the new palace "a dream in stone".[3][4] The Palace of Westminster has been a Grade I listed building since 1970 and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987

Youll love this 11th century architecture. Even Guy Fawkes or World War 2 couldnt burn it down. Located next to Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben), this is the perfect place to visit as a tourist. Come to the place where the heart of British democracy resides.

Fantastic visitor attraction. Stunning sights and skyline too. Lots of iconic buildings locally and conveniently situated just outside a tube spot! Perfect!Great day out with the kids with plenty of other attractions nearby.

Really enjoyed this visit,well organisedThe video tour was well presented were not rushed at all and could take as long as we needed. Would highly recommend

A breathtaking experience. The architecture, design, sculptures, paintings, anti-chambers, galleries; everything was extraordinary.As it’s a working government building, security is tight and airport-like. But the politeness of the police officers and agents makes for an easy and swift experience.You will be offered a visitor badge and a listening device. This is a perfect way to learn the history of the palace while moving through its rooms.My favourite parts were the House of Lords and the Royale Gallery: jaw-dropping.Sadly you can’t record (photos, videosinside the best parts of the palace. So make sure to absorb as much as you can with your eyes.Toilets, Caffè, and a souvenir shop available on the premises.

Exceedingly fascinating, very beautiful and steeped in history. Unfortunately you are not allowed to take photos in most of it.

Brilliant visitor attraction. Open access tours for adults and kids, with access to both chambers, argue over the dispatch box with your family, enjoy tea overlooking carriage gate. Really good value for money.Tours start at Westminster Hall, where you can collect, smartphone style audio and interactive app guide, with settings for adults and children. Headphones arent great for small children, and arent really compatible with standard in ear headphones.Tours go on to Central Lobby with a normal Royal Mail post office with first day covers and nice gift letters for kids to send franked as House of Commons. Onwards to the House of Lords with views of the Lords Gallery, Roving Room, Library and Chamber of the Lords. Back to Central Lobby and onwards to the Members Lobby, Decision Lobby and finally the chamber of the Commons.Nice and not too pricey coffee shop, and obligatory gift shop.

This place is a must go. The Palace of Westminster ist just so magical, you fell like in a little dream. This Building is also very old and wrapped cause of construction work.

Really beautiful the view from the opposite side of the Thames. Unluckily the nearby Big Ben was covered but overall the architecture and the composition are good.

The Palace of Westminster serves as the meeting place for both the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. Informally known as the Houses of Parliament after its occupants, the Palace lies on the north bank of the River Thames in the City of Westminster, in central London, England.Its name, which derives from the neighbouring Westminster Abbey, may refer to several historic structures but most often: the Old Palace, a medieval building-complex largely destroyed by fire in 1834, or its replacement, the New Palace that stands today. The palace is owned by the monarch in right of the Crown and, for ceremonial purposes, retains its original status as a royal residence. Committees appointed by both houses manage the building and report to the Speaker of the House of Commons and to the Lord Speaker.The first royal palace constructed on the site dated from the 11th century, and Westminster became the primary residence of the Kings of England until fire destroyed the royal apartments in 1512 (after which, the nearby Palace of Whitehall was established). The remainder of Westminster continued to serve as the home of the Parliament of England, which had met there since the 13th century, and also as the seat of the Royal Courts of Justice, based in and around Westminster Hall. In 1834 an even greater fire ravaged the heavily rebuilt Houses of Parliament, and the only significant medieval structures to survive were Westminster Hall, the Cloisters of St Stephens, the Chapel of St Mary Undercroft, and the Jewel Tower.In the subsequent competition for the reconstruction of the Palace, the architect Charles Barry won with a design for new buildings in the Gothic Revival style, specifically inspired by the English Perpendicular Gothic style of the 14th–16th centuries. The remains of the Old Palace (except the detached Jewel Towerwere incorporated into its much larger replacement, which contains over 1,100 rooms organised symmetrically around two series of courtyards and which has a floor area of 112,476 m2 (1,210,680 sq ft).[1] Part of the New Palaces area of 3.24 hectares (8 acreswas reclaimed from the River Thames, which is the setting of its nearly 300-metre long (980 ftfaçade,[1] called the River Front. Augustus Pugin, a leading authority on Gothic architecture and style, assisted Barry and designed the interior of the Palace. Construction started in 1840 and lasted for 30 years, suffering great delays and cost overruns, as well as the death of both leading architects; works for the interior decoration continued intermittently well into the 20th century. Major conservation work has taken place since then to reverse the effects of Londons air pollution, and extensive repairs followed the Second World War, including the reconstruction of the Commons Chamber following its bombing in 1941.

Very beautiful building, important for England but its too expensive the entrance. But the history of this place is amazing

One of the greatest places Ive ever visited! Makes you feel great just being able to relate to the place. Again like others u thought big Ben was a huge clock but in reality my owns clocks was maybe as tall. Unfortunately I visited during the repairs so a lot of it is covered whilst works are undertaken.

Im glad I got the Saturday guided tour, Tour Guide Kate Kuechel did a great job explaining everything and taking us through the rooms one by one. Such a gorgeous building, many rooms are lavishly decorated like a palace. It is exciting standing in the same place where so many critical political decisions have been made for hundreds of years! Also, I learned a lot more about how the Parliament works. I would definitely recommend a visit and this is a must-do if you have time!

I’ve attended the Democratic Access Tour arranged by my MP (free of charge!).It was really cool to see the House of Commons and House of Lords, the Palace of Westminster is absolutely beautiful and our guide was very knowledgeable.I’ve learnt a lot about the political system in the UK and about the traditions and ceremonies involved.

As one of the most important landmark of London, Westminster is the monument of human ingenuity. We went there to admire this beautiful architecture during the day, and in the evening again while we were visiting London. I am posting a night view photo here.

We really enjoyed the tour, great way to spend a couple of hours if youre interested in British government and the monarchy, plus theres some really nice interiors, on par with some sections of the cathedrals. As in Buckingham Palace, theres no photos allowed inside, which is a little bummer--but theres plenty you can see online already. The audio tour was great, so much information. I doubt this is a place that would hold a childs interest for more than 10 minutes, though. A large part of the building, including Big Ben, was under renovation during our visit, but the exterior we could see was, as expected, amazing.

Stunningly beautiful building steeped in history, from the original palace which was built in 1047 (I believeto the houses of commons and lords. Full of history and more being made as we go....Also if you are lucky enough and able to it is also an amazing venue for a drinks event.

Fantastic experience. The staff is very friendly, helpful and extremely knowledgeable. The integration of our visit with the workings of parliament was seamless. And with the audio guide, we learned a tremendous amount about the buildings and the working of parliament, so I highly recommend the audio guide. Another solution would be a guided tour. Be aware that a lot of construction is going on both inside and outside. It is best to book your tour in advance. Also, photography is very limited inside the parliament buildings. Plan on 1.5 to 2 hours. There is a lot of walking, so wear comfortable shoes and plan accordingly. A must visit in London.

The Palace of Westminster serves as the meeting place of the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. Commonly known as the Houses of Parliament after its occupants, the Palace lies on the north bank of the River Thames in the City of Westminster, in central London, England.Its name, which derives from the neighbouring Westminster Abbey, may refer to either of two structures: the Old Palace, a medieval building-complex destroyed by fire in 1834, or its replacement, the New Palace that stands today. The palace is owned by the monarch in right of the Crown and, for ceremonial purposes, retains its original status as a royal residence. Committees appointed by both houses manage the building and report to the Speaker of the House of Commons and to the Lord Speaker.The first royal palace constructed on the site dated from the 11th century, and Westminster became the primary residence of the Kings of England until fire destroyed much of the complex in 1512. After that, it served as the home of the Parliament of England, which had met there since the 13th century, and also as the seat of the Royal Courts of Justice, based in and around Westminster Hall. In 1834 an even greater fire ravaged the heavily rebuilt Houses of Parliament, and the only significant medieval structures to survive were Westminster Hall, the Cloisters of St Stephens, the Chapel of St Mary Undercroft, and the Jewel Tower.In the subsequent competition for the reconstruction of the Palace, the architect Charles Barry won with a design for new buildings in the Gothic Revival style, specifically inspired by the English Perpendicular Gothic style of the 14th–16th centuries. The remains of the Old Palace (except the detached Jewel Towerwere incorporated into its much larger replacement, which contains over 1,100 rooms organised symmetrically around two series of courtyards and which has a floor area of 112,476 m2 (1,210,680 sq ft). Part of the New Palaces area of 3.24 hectares (8 acreswas reclaimed from the River Thames, which is the setting of its nearly 300-metre long (980 ftfaçade, called the River Front. Augustus Pugin, a leading authority on Gothic architecture and style, assisted Barry and designed the interior of the Palace. Construction started in 1840 and lasted for 30 years, suffering great delays and cost overruns, as well as the death of both leading architects; works for the interior decoration continued intermittently well into the 20th century. Major conservation work has taken place since then to reverse the effects of Londons air pollution, and extensive repairs followed the Second World War, including the reconstruction of the Commons Chamber following its bombing in 1941.The Palace is one of the centres of political life in the United Kingdom; "Westminster" has become a metonym for the UK Parliament and the British Government, and the Westminster system of government commemorates the name of the palace. The Elizabeth Tower, in particular, often referred to by the name of its main bell, Big Ben, has become an iconic landmark of London and of the United Kingdom in general, one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city, and an emblem of parliamentary democracy. Tsar Nicholas I of Russia called the new palace "a dream in stone". The Palace of Westminster has been a Grade I listed building since 1970 and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987.

Starting with a hilarious beginning of one of my daughters hair bows setting off the metal detector, after staff showed her what had set off the alarm and why it wasnt a problem we went on to start the audio tour. The security in the entrance are great with children and made the process, possibly daunting to children, simple, friendly and easy.2 of us did the full tour while my children did the family tour, at different lengths it takes some time to get to the swing of things, balancing helping the kids through their pieces and pausing and listening to the full tour. However once the flow is found after about stop 3, it really becomes easy,The audio tour itself was insightful and really interesting and would strongly suggest for anyone with an interest in the building or government as a whole. The full tour balances history of the building with current knowledge whereby the kids tour balances fun facts and challenges to keep them interested and amused.Some parts really touch on recent history and as an evolving institute I feel the tour evolves with time.Even when doing an audio tour, members of staff are on hand to answer questions or general enquiries, even security staff did not mind a question or two.Insightful and entertaining, will certainly do again and certainly do a guided tour in the future. At £5 I would also suggest the tour book on offer, the quality of print and information within is excellent and exceeded expectations.All in all a brilliant trip for all of the family.

Great Gothic building, but Big Ben in scaffolding. Unfortunately we could see the Houses of Parliament - the Palace of Westminster only outside, and we were amazed by the beautiful structures, but unfortunately Big Ben was all covered in scaffolding. Next time I visit London, I would definitely visit the place, where British history is made (hope Brexit never happens !). The current Palace is a new one, built on the place of the butts old one (sometime in the 19th Century). The current palace house the two Houses of British Parliament

5 STARS! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 AMAZING.---The weather was beautiful making for a great visit to the Palace of Westminster. This place along with Big Ben should be on your sightseeing list. Even though Big Ben is currently under construction, you can still see the clock. The Palace of Westminster is such a beautiful building with so much history - makes for really beautiful photos. Highly recommend the visit.

***Note: As of June 2018 "Big Ben" (Queen Elizabeth toweris still under renovation and the bells wont be chimming anytime soon.*** You probably dont need much convinceing to go to one of the worlds most iconic sites if youre visiting London. It is where "Big Ben" resides. But consider their guides tours on Saturdays (buy online in well in advance). You will stand in the Lords Chamber (House of Lords), the Peers Chamber (a lobby where the political term "Lobbying" comes from), Commons Chamber (the room where the House of Commons, that is... the elected government, does its thing, the Robing Room (where the Queen puts on her Crown and Robe before ceremony, Westminster Hall (where medeival kings used hold banquets and where a historical figures like Nelson Mandella would visit the The Parliment), and others. This is just a brief summary but the tour will help you walk the footsteps of some major history.

A great experience, worth every penny. Its very surreal been in the actual houses of parliament and the house of lords. No photos aloud in the main areas, so this is the best I could manage!

As a politics/policy nerd from a commonwealth country with a Westminster-style government, visiting the UK Parliament was an absolute must for me. Our tour guide, a charming old British man named Reg (of courseled us on a comprehensive visit of the building, following the Queen’s path when she comes to address parliament and give the Speech from the Throne. We got to stand amongst the members’ benches in the House of Commons (which is surprisingly small, compared to Canada’s!and our high tea by the Thames was delicious. Would definitely recommend to anyone interested in history/government!

What a great place to visit!Exterior views are awesome.Once you get inside, the architecture is just as impressive.Security was necessary but the queue moved fast.