Map of London
Map of London
London is the capital city of England and one of the most important cities in global history. Viewing London on a map helps place the city in geographic context — within the United Kingdom, Europe, and the wider world.
Where London Is Located in England
London is located in southeastern England along the River Thames. It serves as the political, financial, and cultural centre of the United Kingdom and lies within the historic region of Greater London.
On a map of England, London appears in the lower right portion of the country, close to the North Sea and mainland Europe.
Where London Sits on a World Map
On a world map, London is located in Western Europe and holds particular geographic significance as the reference point for the Prime Meridian.
This position has made London central to global navigation, timekeeping, and cartography for centuries.
Interactive Map of London
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London Coordinates
- Latitude: 51.5074° N
- Longitude: 0.1278° W
These coordinates place London north of the Equator and directly on the Prime Meridian, which defines the boundary between the Eastern and Western Hemispheres.
London Boroughs Overview
London is divided into 32 administrative boroughs, along with the historic City of London. These boroughs form the structure of Greater London and are commonly shown on detailed maps of the city.
Which Hemisphere Is London In?
- Northern Hemisphere
- Western Hemisphere (on the Prime Meridian boundary)
London’s position on the Prime Meridian gives it a unique geographic status, sitting at the reference line between east and west.
The Antipode of London
The antipode of London is the point on Earth located directly opposite the city, passing through the planet’s centre.
London’s antipode lies in the southern Pacific Ocean, near New Zealand.
London Map as a Physical Print
London can also be explored as a physical map artefact, showing the city’s boroughs, coordinates, and global position — from its role as the Prime Meridian reference to its antipode on the other side of the world.
Available as a limited Antipode map artefact.
