Trafalgar Square, London, England

Trafalgar Square is one of London’s most famous public squares and a central gathering place for visitors and locals alike. Known for its monumental statues, fountains, and cultural institutions, the square commemorates Britain’s naval victory at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. It has long been a site for political demonstrations, cultural festivals, and major celebrations, including New Year’s events and public screenings. Trafalgar Square itself is free to visit.

Location

Trafalgar Square is located in central London, in the City of Westminster. It lies at the northern end of Whitehall, close to the Strand and Charing Cross, and is surrounded by several of London’s most important cultural landmarks. Address: Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DS, United Kingdom.

Trafalgar Square is easily accessible by public transport:

• Underground (Tube): Charing Cross (Northern and Bakerloo lines), Leicester Square (Northern and Piccadilly lines), or Embankment station
• Train: Charing Cross Station is a short walk away
• Walking: Easily reachable from Covent Garden, Westminster, and Soho

What You Can See

Visitors to Trafalgar Square can explore a variety of landmarks and features:

• Nelson’s Column – a 52-meter monument topped by a statue of Admiral Horatio Nelson
• The Fountains – iconic fountains that form the visual center of the square
• The Four Lion Statues – guarding the base of Nelson’s Column
• The Fourth Plinth – hosting rotating contemporary art installations
• National Gallery – home to one of the world’s greatest collections of European paintings
• St Martin-in-the-Fields Church – a historic church known for its concerts and café

The square is open around the clock. Entry to the National Gallery’s permanent collection and to St Martin-in-the-Fields is also free; only some special exhibitions and evening concerts are ticketed.