London: what is under scaffolding?
None of 20 landmarks in London have works or closures reported. Status of every landmark, sorted by how much it affects your photos. Last checked 2 Nov 2026.
20 clear
Abbey Road CrossingNo works reportedClear
Big Ben (Elizabeth Tower)Fully clear since the 2017 to 2022 restoration, which won a 2026 European Heritage Award.Clear
Borough MarketNo works reportedClear
British MuseumNo works reportedClear
Buckingham PalaceNo works reportedClear
Covent GardenNo works reportedClear
Houses of ParliamentNo works reportedClear
Kensington PalaceNo works reportedClear
London EyeNo works reportedClear
Marble ArchNo works reportedClear
National GalleryNo works reportedClear- Natural History MuseumNo works reportedClear
Piccadilly CircusNo works reportedClear
Royal Albert HallNo works reportedClear
St Paul's CathedralNo works reportedClear
The MonumentNo works reportedClear
Tower BridgeNo works reportedClear
Tower of LondonOpen. Conservation works with some hoarding were reported in June 2026; they do not close the site.Clear
Trafalgar SquareNo works reportedClear- Westminster AbbeyNo works reportedClear
Best light for photos in London
Mon 2 November 2026
Golden hour 15:43–16:32
Best light for photos of London landmarks
| Blue hour (morning) | 06:19–06:33 | empty streets, soft light |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:55 | morning golden hour until 07:44 |
| Golden hour (evening) | 15:43 | warm light on west-facing facades |
| Sunset | 16:32 | blue hour 16:54–17:08 |
Always worth it in London
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