Pall Mall Street is known for leading to attractions like Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace and hosting celebrations and parades. Downing Street houses the official residences of the British prime minister and various government departments. Knightsbridge is a upscale shopping destination home to designer boutiques and high-end department stores.

1. Famous Streets in London
London is the capital city of the United Kingdom. It is also the largest with many streets and
amenities. It is located along the River Thames and even retains the medieval boundaries. It is one of
the leading cities globally with foundations in arts, education, commerce finance, health, media and
other professional services. The city is also known and made famous by the various streets that have
been known for different things. Here are some streets to watch out for.
Pall Mall Street
This is one of the famous streets in the city because it leads to various attractions. This is a street
that stretches from Trafalgar square to the Buckingham Palace. This was initially built to celebrate
Lord Nelsons emerging victorious at the battle of Trafalgar. This is also well known as the finish point
during the London marathon. It is also known for the celebrations to mark the Colour Ceremony.
The street is also known to be home to various clubs for gentlemen. It is here in the street that you
will find Travellers club, the Army and Navy club, United Service club, Royal Automobile Club and
other famous clubs.
Downing Street
The Downing Street has been famous for the last 200 years by housing the seniors' cabinet ministers.
The official residences of the prime minister are also located in Downing Street. The street was built
in the 16th century. During the 19th century the government demolished houses that were located
in the western side so that it can hold its offices. The street is categorized into section starting from
9th downing to 20 Downing Street. Each of the section within the street houses different
government departments. This street is strict and managed by security personnel. It was gated in
1989 and no ordinary is person is allowed to walk on the street for the fear of the Prime ministers
security.
Knightsbridge
The Knightsbridge Street in London is among the heeled areas located centrally. It is ideal for
shopping and has designer shops. It also houses the best shopping malls in UK. It houses many
exclusive shopping stores. From here one will get expensive gifts as well as hampers.
Whitehall Street
The Whitehall Street stretches all the way to the Westminster parliament building. In the street you
will find the famous Cenotaph monuments that are unique in celebrating the Remembrance Day.
This also leads to other prominent streets within London. It has many government offices thus it is
common to see people seeking assistance from the government.

2. Regent Street
Regent Street is one of the shopping roads in the centre housing well known shopping malls. It is
located in the Western End of the city. It is famous because of the Christmas illuminations that are
done. It runs through Carlton House in the South, to Piccadilly Circus then to the Oxford Place. The
buildings in the city are protected as listing buildings.
Fleet Street
The Fleet Street in London is named after River Fleet. It is known to be home to many newspaper
publications. It has been in existence since the 13th century and is famous also for the largest
underground river. It has also been associated with coffee houses as well as the taverns with many
famous people visiting the street.