Equestrian Statue of King George IV in London: photos, reviews

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Perched above Trafalgar Square, the Equestrian Statue of King George IV is a striking bronze sculpture by Sir Francis Chantrey, unveiled in 1834. This monument captures King George IV in a regal and commanding pose atop a majestic horse, symbolizing both the power and elegance of a bygone era. With its prominent location and historical significance, it's a must-see monument offering a glimpse into Britain's royal legacy. Despite its brief recommended visit time of less than an hour, the statue leaves a lasting impression, backed by a strong average rating of 4.5 on Google.

Recommended visit time

to 1 hour

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Wheelchair accessible entrance

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Charing Cross

Train station 196 m walk

Haymarket / Charles II Street (Stop P)

Bus stop 318 m walk

Trafalgar Square / Charing Cross Stn (Stop G)

Bus stop 96 m walk

Northumberland Avenue / Trafalgar Square (Stop W)

Bus stop 138 m walk

4.5

based on 143 reviews

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4.5/5 143 reviews

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Beautiful monument of King George in bronze statue in Trafalgar Square.

Brad

This statue of King George IV (1762-1830) is located at Trafalgar Square. It is the work of Sir Francis Legatt Chantrey and was originally intended to be fitted to the top of Marble Arch in the northeast corner of Hyde Park. Instead the statue found its way here in 1843. What you see is a fairly traditional 19th-century equestrian statue of King George IV on horseback. He is cloaked and peering to his right as if looking at Nelson's Column monument. Worth a look-see while sightseeing around Trafalgar Square.

Andrea Carrara

Questa enorme statua equestre in bronzo del re Giorgio IV che cavalca senza sella è di Sir Francis Leggatt Chantrey. E' situata a Trafalgar anche se originariamente destinato alla sommità di Marble Arch. Fu collocato qui nel 1843 circa tredici anni dopo la morte del re. È un luogo appropriato dato che il futuro Giorgio IV era reggente al tempo di Trafalgar. Una statua che passa inosservata tra le altre bellezze della piazza.

Equestrian Statue of King George IV in London

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