Nov 29, 2025 09:00:00

4 strange places to see the Roman walls in London

Within London, fragments of

the London Wall , a Roman fortification wall from about 1,800 years ago, remain. Most of the London Wall is not a tourist attraction like an archaeological site or a park, but is instead located in a way that blends into the everyday scenery. Diamond Geezer , a blog providing photos and information about London, explains 'four London Walls in strange locations' with actual photos.

Four strange places to see London's Roman Wall
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The city walls built by the Romans around 200 AD defined London's boundaries and demonstrated its status as an important city in Britain during the Roman Empire. The walls were repeatedly repaired and rebuilt over a period of approximately 1,500 years and are believed to have prevented invasions and attacks by foreign enemies. Below is a reconstruction of the British town of Londinium (the origin of London) around 250 AD, exhibited by the Museum of London, showing the town surrounded by a city wall.

In modern times, most of the walls have been destroyed or buried underground, and only a small part of them is open to the public above ground. Below is the large section of London Wall that remains at Tower Hill Station, located north of the Tower of London.

Some of the London Wall has been left untouched during land development and building construction, allowing it to be seen in strange positions. For example, the photo below was taken on part of the platform at Tower Hill station, and according to diamond geezer, the London Wall is located behind the black tiled area in the photo.

Also, as you walk from Tower Hill Station to Fenchurch Street, lined with skyscrapers, you will come across a large castle wall as you pass through the hotel.

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An unusual feature of this London Wall is that there are several steps and handrails on either side that allow you to walk through.

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The third is London Wall on Vine Street , which houses a gallery space showcasing archaeological finds from the area, as well as a cafe, allowing the 1800-year-old London Wall to blend surprisingly seamlessly into everyday life.

Diamond Geezer's final oddly placed London Wall is one in an underground car park. It has concrete blocks to stop cars accidentally driving into it, and is partially covered by a glass screen with 'City of London' engraved on it, but it's not completely protected.

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Looking from the other side, you can see the London Wall at the end of the crosswalk. Diamond Geezer says, 'Roman walls can be seen all over London, from subway platforms to hotel terraces to cafes. But if you want to see the strangest London Wall, check out this 'London Wall Car Park'.'

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