The Jubilee Walkway Section 1

Walk preview

1. Step 1: Welcome to Section 1 of the Jubilee Walkway. The nearest tube is Leicester Square. From the Jubilee Walkway panel in the centre of Leicester Square, exit the park via southwest corner by the Odeon West End Cinema.

2. Step 2: Follow the pedestrian area south down St Martin’s Street. You should pass Westminster Reference Library on your left.

3. Step 3: Continue straight down to head on the path between the two parts of the National Gallery. The National Gallery was placed here in 1831 as it was considered the be at the very centre of London.

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   Step 4: You will enter into Trafalgar Square. Take a look at Lord Nelson’s 171-foot column and surrounding statues and fountains.

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   Step 5: With Trafalgar Square behind you & Canada House to your right, cross Trafalgar Square road at the south of the square towards Uganda House.

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   Step 6: Follow the curve of the road as it bends right to enter The Mall. Head under the large stone Admiralty Arch and stay on the right-hand side.