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8:00 AM - 8:00 PM. Write a review. About. Better known as Big Ben (it's actually the name of the Great Bell!), this iconic clock tower which stands at the Houses of Parliament is officially called the Elizabeth Tower, named in honor of Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee.
Big Ben: Our most recommended tours and activities. 1. London: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour. Explore London on a convenient hop-on hop-off bus tour. Learn about the city's history, culture, and architecture from onboard audio commentary and enjoy the panoramic views offered by the open-topped bus.
Big Ben Tour. Book an official tour of Big Ben and explore the famous Elizabeth Tower at UK Parliament. On your 334-step climb, you'll stand behind the iconic clock faces, see the Victorian clock mechanism in action and look up at the famous Big Ben bell as it strikes the hour.
Heralding Great Britain's political nucleus in Westminster, Big Ben stands as the striking centerpiece of the Thames waterfront and is backed by the historic Palace of Westminster, home to the Houses of Parliament. Learn more. Daily when parliament is in session. Westminster, London, SW1A 0AA.
the spiral staircase. the exhibition spaces. the clock mechanism room. the four clock dials. the belfry (including the world famous “Big Ben” bell) You’ll also be able to see medieval Westminster Hall before and after your visit to the Elizabeth Tower. Can I take photos on my tour?
Big Ben tours. Further information before you book. Before booking your ticket, please read the information below on tour suitability, and the booking process. Who is the Big Ben tour suitable for? All UK-based and international visitors aged 11 and over are welcome on a Big Ben tour.
Big Ben tours: This guided tour of the Big Ben (the Elizabeth Tower) takes you up a narrow 334-step spiral stairwell to the belfry where Big Ben, the Great Bell, hangs. Along the route, your guide will reveal details of the most extensive and complex conservation project in the Tower’s history.
