Trafalgar Square
Logistics Guide

Is Trafalgar Square wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the square is 100% accessible. The upper terrace (in front of the National Gallery) and the lower level (around the fountains) are connected by a modern glass lift. The terrain is high-quality polished stone ($0\text{Hz}$ vibration). While the square is often busy, the wide open spaces make it very easy for power-chairs to navigate. The base of Nelson's Column is level, though the lions themselves are on raised plinths.

Where are the accessible restrooms at Trafalgar Square?

There is a dedicated PRM restroom located on the lower level (west side of the central staircase). It is reached via the lift and features a $2.0\text{-meter}$ turning radius. It is generally very clean and well-lit. There are also excellent facilities inside the National Gallery at the top of the square.

What is the best taxi drop-off for Trafalgar Square?

The best drop-off is 'Pall Mall East' ($51.507900, -0.129200$). This puts you directly on the upper terrace with a $0\text{Hz}$ roll into the square or the National Gallery entrance, avoiding the heavy traffic of the roundabout.

What is the sensory profile of Trafalgar Square?

It has a 'monumental and acoustic' sensory profile. It is very loud ($80\text{dB}$) due to traffic, fountains, and buskers. Visually, it is very open with bright stone reflections. Physically, it is ultra-stable ($0\text{Hz}$). For a quiet retreat, enter the 'St. Martin-in-the-Fields' cafe in the crypt (via lift), which is much quieter ($50\text{dB}$).

Can I see the Fourth Plinth art from a wheelchair?

Yes, the Fourth Plinth (which hosts rotating contemporary art) is located on the North-West corner of the square and is perfectly viewable from the level upper terrace.

How do I ask for the lift?

Ask a security warden: 'Where is the lift to the lower square?'. It is a prominent glass structure in the center of the terrace, but staff can assist if the doors are heavy.