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Places to visit in City of Westminster, London — page 2

The City of Westminster is a London borough containing much of central London, including major shopping areas and the Houses of Parliament. Buckingham Palace, W...

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Plan City of Westminster

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The City of Westminster is a London borough containing much of central London, including major shopping areas and the Houses of Parliament. Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and the National Gallery stand among its landmarks. The district encompasses Hyde Park, Regent's Park, and Trafalgar Square, making it rich in historical sites and cultural institutions.

Checked 2026-09-04

Practical information

Language spoken: English; Welsh is official in Wales; National practical orientation; regional and minority languages may also be used
Dialling code: +44; International calling code; local area and mobile prefixes still apply
Currency: Pound sterling (GBP); Use the official local currency; card acceptance varies by place
Emergency number: 999 or 112; Use only for an emergency; tourist assistance may use a separate number
Plug type: Type G · 230 V; Check that chargers support the recorded voltage before using an adapter
Tap water: Safe from the mains; Public water suppliers regulate mains drinking water; use cold mains taps