Victoria Memorial, London | Nearby Attraction

Victoria Memorial

📍 London, United Kingdom

The Victoria Memorial in London is a historic monument to Queen Victoria designed by Sir Thomas Brock and architect Sir Aston Webb, featuring a marble construction standing 26 meters tall with the inscription Victoria Regina Imperatrix.

About Victoria Memorial

A monument to Queen Victoria located in London.

Serves as a monument to Queen Victoria and was the centrepiece of an ambitious urban planning scheme that included the creation of the Queen's Gardens and the refacing of Buckingham Palace.

Located at the end of The Mall in London, with nearby landmarks including The Guards Museum, The Green Park, and Chutney Mary restaurant.

Characteristics

Constructed from marble
Has a height of 26 meters
Grade I listed building
Features the inscription Victoria Regina Imperatrix
Limited wheelchair accessibility

Important Features

Designed by sculptor Sir Thomas Brock and architect Sir Aston Webb
Historic heritage designation 2

Interesting Facts

Designed in 1901, the memorial was unveiled on May 16, 1911, but was not fully completed until 1924.
It was part of an urban planning scheme that also involved the refacing of Buckingham Palace and the creation of Queen's Gardens by Sir Aston Webb.