About London Roman Wall
The London Roman Wall was built between around 190 and 220 AD and stretched for about three miles from Blackfriars to Tower Hill. This defensive wall protected what was then the important Roman city of Londinium.
Prior to the building of the London Roman Wall, Londinium already had a fort, parts of which were now incorporated into the new wall.
Over the centuries, most of the London Roman Wall has been obscured by medieval additions and other development. However, there are some well-preserved parts which can still be seen today. The map highlights one of the more prominent remaining sections of the London Roman Wall, that at Tower Hill.
The Museum of London has more information on the London Roman Wall.
Related Places
British Museum
The British Museum in London is a world-famous museum of history and culture.
London Roman Fort
The London Roman Fort was a second century fort which housed Roman Londinium’s soldiers.
London Roman Amphitheatre
The London Roman Amphitheatre was built in the first century AD and is the only one of its kind in the city.
Museum of London
The Museum of London explores the history of the UK’s capital city.
Roman Sites in Britain
Jorvik Viking Centre
Tower Bridge
Buckingham Palace
10 Downing Street
Houses of Parliament
