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Trafalgar Square

Centre of the City, London SW1A, England (Mayfair / St James's / Piccadilly / Green Park )
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As featured in 3 days in London
Ranked #142 of 889 attractions in London
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: Shopping
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: <1 hour
Description: A 145-foot-high monument, bearing a statue of Lord Horatio Nelson guarded by lions, marks the spot considered the center of London.
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Phoenix, Arizona
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

Trafalgar Square seems to be the perfect place to people watch. It is surrounded by embassies from many different countries. Watching people attempt to climb the giant lion is very entertaining. A band played music across the street, a crazy person was protesting the music but it blended with the song instead of just sounding like crazy talk. All of... More

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Birkirkara, Malta
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

The square is infront of National Museum, I haven't had chance to visit the museum. Many options to capture some photos with surrounding beautiful fountains, giant lions and Nelson's column. You can walk to Piccadilly circus and Leicester Square which are also close by not having to use the underground.

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Bedford, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

I have walked and driven(very scary)around this square on numerous occasions and in my opinion it is a must to do when visiting our fantastic capital.With beautiful fountains and various statues including the great one itself this place always seems to be extremely busy.It is also a meeting point for our feathered friends too!It comes alive at night and becomes... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

This enormous square next to the famous National Gallery is a fun place to stroll in the good weather. During the summer months there are free events such as outdoor performance and outdoor cinema. It is also host to some specialist (often free) events such as the Japanese Festival and Swedish Festival which shcwcase national cultures and food. The 4th... More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

There are so many large statues here on the square as well as large building around it. We were lucky enough to see the square from atop our Big Bus, so it made it easy to snap pictures. This square is like no other square. The fountains are elaborate. The National Museum is directly behind it. There is a lot... More

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Hallidays Point, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

fantastic place to visit or use as a meeting place. Great for people watching. Lovely when the sun goes down and fountain lights up. Definately something to tick off your London to Do list!

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Beijing, China
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

In a city full of squares, this one is my favorite. Great photos during the day and night with fountain, statues, and 4 lions. Typically there are events here during the weekends with music and vendors. This is a great place for people watching.

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

A must see in london for the tourists. Beautiful place to take some pictures. Do not forget to visit the national museum, too.

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Breda, The Netherlands
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Fantastic atmosphere here. Also at night when the fountains light up. Everybody comes here to just sit and watch the world go buy. Buy some food at a nearby shop and instead of eating in the shop or on the go, take it to the square and enjoy a picknick.

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

I really enjoy coming to Traf square, there is always something to Watch here too. Not a very far walk away from Big Ben and another great place for some lunch

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