Parking Near Big Ben

Question

Hi Where can i find parking near big ben?

hjj · Answer

The Q-Park “Theatreland Parking Scheme” is a handy one: it offers 50% off up to 4 hours of parking when you're seeing a show—just book online in advance and present your theatre ticket. Unfortunately, that scheme only applies to West End car parks—places like Burlington, Chinatown, Leicester Square, and Park Lane/Marble Arch are included. Around Big Ben or Westminster, that discount sadly doesn’t apply. Those areas fall outside the Theatreland zone. That said, you’ve got decent alternatives:

1. Q-Park Westminster is the closest secure garage—great for Westminster landmarks, though full rate applies

2. Apps like JustPark offer pre-bookable spaces—including residential driveways or hotel garages—with pricing starting around £2.30/hour or ~£11–12/day. These often include Blue Badge or EV-friendly options too

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Thanks for those tips. Are there any Westminster car parks included in Theatreland’s 50% off scheme? I heard you can get discounts on validated tickets at participating car parks like those near the West End, but not sure if that applies around Big Ben or Westminster venues. Anyone tried it and had luck?

hjj · Answer

Parking near Big Ben, especially after an evening show, can indeed be a bit of a puzzle! As a Londoner, I generally recommend public transport for theatre trips, but if you must drive, here are a few thoughts:

For car parks, you might look into the Q-Park Westminster or the NCP car park at Horseferry Road. They are relatively close, but they can fill up quickly, especially on show nights. I’ve had some luck with the apps like JustPark and RingGo for finding available spaces and paying on the go, but it really depends on the specific evening and how early you book. It’s always a good idea to pre-book if you can.

As for evening flat rates or lesser-known streets, unfortunately, reliable street parking near Big Ben is almost non-existent, and what little there is will be heavily restricted. Your best bet for flat rates would be the larger car parks, but even those can be pricey. If you’re willing to walk a bit, parking further out in areas like Lambeth or Southwark and then taking a short bus or Tube ride in can save you a lot of hassle and money. It’s all about weighing convenience against cost and availability in our bustling city!

user · Answer

Given how limited parking is, which nearby car parks or apps (e.g., RingGo, JustPark) have worked best for you after evening shows?

For theatre-goers who still drive, are there evening flat rates or lesser-known streets that are reliably available post‑curtain?

user · Answer

Parking near Big Ben can be quite challenging and expensive, as it's a very central and busy area. There are a few car parks in Westminster, but they fill up quickly. I'd highly recommend using public transport (tube or bus) to get to Big Ben, as it's much more convenient and stress-free. If you absolutely need to drive, consider parking further out and taking public transport in, or using a park-and-ride scheme.