Things to Do in Westminster, London The ceremonial heart of the UK, home to the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and Westminster Abbey, with royal London and Whitehall's government offices alongside.
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Hyde Park ★ 4.7 · 142.6k
Huge green space, home to Diana Memorial Fountain, with boating and swimming in the Serpentine lake.
Every day 5 AM – 12 AM
Serpentine Galleries ★ 4.5 · 2.4k
Free-entry art galleries hosting world-renowned temporary exhibitions on either side of the lake.
Mon 12 PM – 6 PM
Tue–Fri 10 AM – 6 PM
Sat 10 AM – 7 PM
Sun 10 AM – 7 PM
Italian Gardens ★ 4.7 · 3.8k
Picturesque park with multiple carved historic pools, fountains, sculptures & walking paths.
Every day 6 AM – 9:15 PM Where to eat & drink in Westminster
The Victoria, Paddington ★ 4.6 · 4.0k· $$
Plush 19th-century pub with decorated wallpaper and wood panelling, serving pints and comfort food.
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 11 PM
Sat 11 AM – 11 PM
Sun 12 PM – 10:30 PM
Les Filles Cafe Lancaster Gate ★ 4.7 · 2.0k· £10–20
Cafe & bar open from morning coffee to late night cocktails, serving a simple food menu to match.
Every day 7 AM – 5 PM
Sheila's Cafe ★ 4.6 · 1.8k· £10–20
Snug, unassuming option with sidewalk tables offering breakfast, sandwiches & coffee.
Every day 7 AM – 3 PM
The Bear Pub ★ 4.7 · 1.7k· £10–20
A modern British pub in Paddington, serving fresh food and a selection of beers, wines, and spirits.
Mon–Fri 12 PM – 11 PM
Sat 12 PM – 11 PM
Sun 12 PM – 10:30 PM
The Swan, Hyde Park ★ 4.3 · 4.7k· £20–30
18th-century coaching inn with terrace and balcony bar, over the road from Hyde Park.
Every day 9 AM – 11 PM
The Monkey Puzzle ★ 4.5 · 2.1k· £20–30
Large local pub and beer garden with namesake tree, serving a Modern British pub grub menu.
Mon–Fri 12 PM – 11 PM
Sat 12 PM – 11 PM
Sun 12 PM – 10:30 PM More about Westminster Grand and historic, it packs centuries of pageantry and landmark architecture into a walkable riverside stretch.
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1 Hyde Park 2 Serpentine Galleries 3 The Victoria, Paddington 4 Les Filles Cafe Lancaster Gate 5 Sheila's Cafe 6 The Bear Pub 7 Italian Gardens 8 The Swan, Hyde Park 9 The Monkey Puzzle Ready to plan Westminster? Turn these Westminster picks into a day-by-day London plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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