Trafalgar Square

Trafalgar Square London United Kingdom

Trafalgar Square is located in the heart of London. It has Admiral Nelson's statue on top of a column, known as Nelson's Column. The square was named after Trafalgar Battle, when British Navy held a victory over France and Spain. Admiral Nelson died after the battle.

Nelson's Column is "guarded" by the statues of four lions at the foot of the column.

National Gallery and The National Portrait Gallery are located on Trafalgar Square. Her Majesty's theater with The Phantom of the Opera, Piccadilly Circus, Pall Mall, Whitehall, Houses of Parliament and Big Ben are all just a short walk away.

Trafalgar Square is also a place for New Year's Eve celebration in London. Learn more about New Year's Eve events in London.

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