Trafalgar Square
About Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar Square is home to Nelson's Column, the famous stone lions, the infamous fourth plinth and a lot of pigeons.
It's a must-see destination for visitors to London. You'll often find cultural events, performances, shows and other special activities going on in the square by the fountains.
At Christmas you'll find the biggest tree in London, a gift from Norway.
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Latest 5 reviews of Trafalgar Square
A Must for London
This is just one of those places you have to go if you visit London. It may not take a lot of time (unless you go in the National Gallery, etc) and may not blow you away, but nevertheless you should definately swing through. I'm sure if you're visiting London you'll end up nearby anyways. I posted some maps, photos and a narrative on my travel blog:
http://adams-travel-blog.blogspot.com/2009/06/first-couple-days-in-london.html
Enjoy!
7 July 2009
A Great Place to People Watch!
I visited Trafalgar Square in July 2008 on a sunny day. I originally went because I was on one of those Hop on and Hop Off tours (Big Bus Company) and decided to take a stop here.
What a fanastic square! It was busy and lively with the lovely weather. Kids were playing, there was tourists and the space was jammed. It is great to sit down for a while and people watch. Best people watching site in London.
There are also public bathrooms in the square. They are clean and very well maintained. There was a small cafe there which I checked out. The food was overpriced though and you are better to go find something elsewhere.
The National Gallery faces onto the square. I hadn't planned on visiting the gallery, but it was definately worth a visit. The paintings were stunning and as a side bonus, admission is free.
Trafalgar Square definately should not be missed!
5 August 2008
trafalgar square at christmas
we are from america and have been to london many times before, but we have never been for christmas. a few days ago we went to trafalgar square and we all found that the christmas tree was rather dull and pathetic. the tree in front of the hard rock cafe would have been better. you cannot even compare the trafalgar square tree to rockefeller center.
26 December 2007
Center of community life
Trafalgar Square used to be a place that only tourists went to if they wanted a picture in front of Nelson’s Column, but over the past few years Mayor Livingstone and his Greater London Authority have turned it into a real community gathering place for Londoners. The pedestrianisation of the area in front of the National Gallery has calmed the sea of traffic that used to swirl past, and a ban on selling bird feed has reduced the number of marauding pigeons. There are regular cultural events staged in the square through the year, and a small café which – thanks to the Mayor-- was the first place in London to guarantee its staff a living wage.
This past Bank Holiday Monday, over 10,000 people filled Trafalgar Square to show their support for the establishment of a ‘path into citizenship’ for undocumented migrant workers. People from all over the world marched, danced, sang and listened to speeches, in good spirits despite the rain. Any tourist who happened by to find Nelson’s Column would have been lucky to see the real London – a global city – that day.
8 May 2007
GREAT place to people watch!
Trafalgar Square is the absolute best spot in London to people watch. Situated within walking distance of Westminister Abbey, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, theatre district and Piccadilly Circus (amongst others), grab a seat near the entrance of the National Gallery and watch people from all walks of life pass by.
4 February 2007
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Events at Trafalgar Square
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Vaisakhi in London
Special event2 May 2010 to 2 May 2010
You're invited to join the Vaisakhi celebrations for Sikh New Year in London's Trafalgar Square. 2 May
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Carol Singing in the Square
Special event7 Dec 2009 to 22 Dec 2009
The Christmas tree in the square provides a central focus for the traditional carol-singing programme. Different groups perform Christmas carols in the square, raising funds for voluntary or charitable organisations. All are welcome to come to the square to listen - and perhaps join in.
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Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Special event3 Dec 2009 to 3 Dec 2009
Each year since 1947, a Christmas tree has been given to the people of London from the people of Norway in gratitude for Britain's support for Norway during World War II. For many Londoners the Christmas tree and carol singing in Trafalgar Square signal the countdown to Christmas.
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The Green London Urban Eco Tour
Guided walkRecurring event
It's a unique walking tour of London led by knowledgeable, enthusiastic guides. The tour provides a great day out for those wanting to learn and those already committed to the environment.
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