Big Ben
Big Ben is near Westminster, London in Greater London, England. The Great Bell weighs over 13 tonnes. On the Sim Britain map, it is available to sponsor for £1.
Sponsor Big Ben
Put your logo on Big Ben on the Sim Britain map, with a link to your website, for £1.
History
Big Ben is the nickname of the Great Bell inside the clock tower at the north end of the Palace of Westminster, though most people use it for the whole tower. The tower was designed by Augustus Pugin as part of the rebuilding of Parliament after the fire of 1834, and the clock started in 1859.
The tower was renamed the Elizabeth Tower in 2012 to mark Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee. It was restored between 2017 and 2022, when the clock dials were returned to their original Prussian blue and gold.
Quick facts
- Where: Westminster, London, Greater London, England
- Built / formed: 1843 to 1859
- The Great Bell weighs over 13 tonnes
- Renamed the Elizabeth Tower in 2012
- About 96 m tall
Visiting Big Ben
For opening times, tickets and visitor information, see the official Big Ben website ↗. You can also read more on Wikipedia ↗.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Big Ben?
Big Ben is near Westminster, London in Greater London, England.
When was Big Ben built?
Big Ben: 1843 to 1859.
Who sponsors Big Ben on Sim Britain?
Nobody yet. Big Ben is available to sponsor on the Sim Britain map for £1.
How do I sponsor Big Ben on Sim Britain?
Open Big Ben on the map, choose Claim and pay £1 by card. Your logo goes on top of the landmark with a link to your website, and the building grows a layer. If someone outbids you, the price rises by half.
Can I visit Big Ben?
Yes. Opening times, tickets and visitor information are on the official website. Official website ↗
Nearby landmarks
- London Eye South Bank, London, England
- Buckingham Palace Westminster, London, England
- Tower Bridge London, England
- Kew Gardens Richmond, London, England