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- No, Richmond Palace does not exist in the form it once did. The former royal residence was severely damaged by fire, destroying nearly the entire palace. Today, the impressive view of Richmond Palace from the River Thames no longer exists as it once did.
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Oct 24, 2023 · Does Richmond Palace still exist? No, Richmond Palace does not exist in the form it once did. The former royal residence was severely damaged by fire, destroying nearly the entire palace. Today, the impressive view of Richmond Palace from the River Thames no longer exists as it once did.
- Sky Garden
- Horizon 22, London’s Highest Free Viewing Gallery
- Frank’s Cafe at Bold Tendencies, Peckham
- Primrose Hill
- Greenwich Park and The Royal Observatory Greenwich
- Parliament Hill Viewpoint, Hampstead
- The London Eye
- Alexandra Palace / The Terrace
- Monument to The Great Fire of London
- View of St Paul’s Cathedral from One New Change Shopping Centre
Our number one free panoramic view in London? It has to be Sky Garden, London’s highest public garden. Sky Garden sits on the 35th floor of the ‘Walkie Talkie’ building (the nickname derived from its unusual external shape) and is free to visit but you normally need to book at least a couple of weeks in advance. It is a very popular spot for both s...
Newly opened in 2023 and a 5 minute walk from Liverpool Street station, Horizon 22 is not only London’s highest free viewing gallery but also Europe’s highest viewing platform. One of the best free things to do in London, the Horizon 22 skydeck joins Sky Garden and the Shard to become one of the best ways to see the capital from up high, offering i...
Although a car-park roof in Peckhammay not sound like the most salubrious of places, Frank’s Cafe is a hip hangout and incredibly busy at the weekends – perfect for an alfresco summer’s evening and stunning panoramic views of London (and Peckham). Frank’s Cafe has changed a lot over the years (it first opened in 2009 as a wooden shack) and has vari...
We continue our ‘London best panoramic views’ list with the vantage point on top of Primrose Hill Park, around a 10 minute walk away from Camden High Street. Offering incredible panoramic views over Regent’s Park (including London Zoo) and possibly the widest, free, unspoilt views of central London anywhere in the city, Primrose Hill is a picture p...
Gorgeous Greenwich is always one of our favourite riverside spots to visit (so many pubs on the river!), and also provides South East London’s best panoramic view. One of the most popular London viewpoints on this list, Greenwich Park offers unspoilt views of historic Greenwich and the River Thames, alongside the shiny and modern metropolis that is...
High up in Hampstead, Parliament Hill is home to one of London’s most iconic views, enjoyed by locals, joggers and day trippers alike. On sunny and clear days, Parliament Hill has a panoramic view of London where you can see across the city for miles and make out all the main attractions including the Shard in London Bridge and the Gherkin in the S...
Originally intended to be a temporary attraction that ushered in the year 2000 (why it is also known as the ‘Millenium Wheel’), the London Eye on South Bank is now one of London’s most popular attractions and Europe’s largest observation deck wheel. As you’d expect, the London Eye panoramic views from the top are terrific. There are 32 observation ...
Opened in 1873 and now a Grade II listed building that also plays hosts to various concerts and sporting events, Alexandra Palaceis situated on top of a hill providing prime panoramic views of North London. The high up position over London made it an ideal place to install TV transmitters and a TV studio that the BBC used to broadcast from (hence w...
A world away from modern and sleek nearby Sky Garden,the Monument to the Great Fire of London (which started in nearby Pudding Lane) was finished in 1677, to commemorate the rebuilding of the city. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren, you can climb the 311 steps all the way to the top to see panoramic views of London, the Thames and the nearby Square ...
Bear with us – we know you can witness a world class London panoramic view from St Paul’s Cathedral itself but the admission fee is quite steep (£25+) and your vista doesn’t actually include the architectural magnificence of the building itself. So a cheaper (i.e. free alternative) is to head next door to nearby One New Change Shopping Centre. Take...
Just off Richmond Green, the attractive remains of Richmond Palace – the main entrance and red-brick gatehouse – date to 1501. Henry VII’s arms are visible above the main gate: the monarch built the Tudor additions to the edifice, although the palace had been in use as a royal residence since 1125. Elizabeth I died here in 1603.
Whether you're looking for a a daytime picnic or sunset spot, our list of the best views and overlooks in Richmond, VA is sure to amaze!
View from King Henry’s Mound. Richmond isn’t short on jaw-dropping views – even so, King Henry’s Mound stands out. There are two things to look out for here – to the west, you can feast your eyes on the meandering river and surrounding areas of Richmond, Kew and Twickenham.
Richmond Palace was a favourite home of Queen Elizabeth I, who died there in 1603. It remained a residence of the kings and queens of England until the death of Charles I of England in 1649. Within months of his execution, the Palace was surveyed by order of the Parliament of England and was sold for £13,000.
Nov 28, 2022 · Even today, the view onto the River Thames from the town of Richmond Upon Thames is protected by a special Act of Parliament! During its heyday, highlights of Richmond Palace included the first knot garden in England, as well as the first Renaissance-style garden in England. It was here, in Richmond Palace, where Henry VII died in 1509.
