Landmarks and viewpoints

The Mall in St James’s Park is a grand processional route in honour of Queen Victoria, which has seen innumerable historic Royal processions. Find out more.

Admiralty Arch, commissioned by King Edward VII as a memorial to his mother Queen Victoria, stands at the north east end of The Mall linking to Trafalgar Square.

The Blue Bridge offers spectacular views across St James's Park Lake, including views of Buckingham Palace, the Horse Guards Parade, Big Ben and the London Eye.

Horse Guards Parade is the ceremonial parade ground in St James's Park and is the scene of Trooping the Colour on the Queen’s official birthday in June.

Duck Island is a nature reserve for St James's Park bird collection. It is located on the east end of St James's Park Lake.