Wellington Arch
London, United Kingdom
At its summit stands the monumental sculpture "Angel of Peace with the Quadriga of War" from 1912.
A triumphal arch at Hyde Park Corner, built between 1826 and 1830. It commemorates Great Britain's victories in the Napoleonic Wars, especially the Battle of Waterloo. Originally serving as an entrance to St. James's Park, it was moved to its current location in 1883. At its summit is the monumental sculpture "Angel of Peace descending on the Quadriga of War" from 1912. Inside, a small museum presents the history of the arch and its significance.
- Visit time: 45 min
- Opening hours: Apr–Oct Wed–Sun 10:00–17:00 · Nov–Mar Wed–Sun 10:00–16:00 (from OpenStreetMap — check before you go)
How long does it take to visit Wellington Arch?
Plan about 45 min.
Nearby
- RAF Bomber Command Memorial — 150 m
- The Green Park — 510 m
- Buckingham Palace — 600 m
- The King's Gallery — 650 m
- Victoria Memorial — 710 m
- Langan's Brasserie — 710 m
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