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Top 20 most intriguing London trivia questions to ask using LivePolls

London is one of the most iconic cities in the world. It is the capital of the United Kingdom and has a rich history, culture and architecture that dates back thousands of years. During its long history, London has been one of Europe's most important cities, playing a pivotal role in politics, culture and economy. Today, London is a thriving and vibrant city with over 8 million inhabitants. It is a major hub for business, finance, education and culture, hosting the world-renowned British Museum, Tate Modern and a variety of other cultural attractions. Ready to test your knowledge of all things London? Then get started with this London trivia template and see just how much you know about this iconic city!


1) What is the population of London?

  • 5 million
  • 8 million
  • 10 million
  • 15 million

2) What is the name of London's most iconic bridge?

  • Tower Bridge
  • St Paul's Bridge
  • Waterloo Bridge
  • Golden Gate Bridge

3) What is the official residence of the British royal family?

  • The Tower of London
  • Buckingham Palace
  • Trafalgar Square
  • Hyde Park

4) What is the oldest underground network in the world?

  • Tokyo Metro
  • Moscow Metro
  • Paris Metro
  • London Underground

5) What is the name of the official London residence of the Prime Minister?

  • Westminster Palace
  • 10 Downing Street
  • Buckingham Palace
  • Whitehall Palace

6) What is the name of the river that runs through London?

  • River Thames
  • Seine
  • Danube
  • Rhine

7) What is the name of London’s famous public square?

  • Trafalgar Square
  • Hyde Park
  • St. Paul's Square
  • Kensington Square

8) What is the name of the world-famous clock tower located in the Palace of Westminster?

  • Big Ben
  • Whitechapel Bell
  • Westminster Clock
  • St Paul's Clock

9) What is the name of the largest park in London?

  • Richmond Park
  • Hyde Park
  • Primrose Hill
  • Kensington Gardens

10) In which year was the London Eye opened?

  • 1999
  • 2000
  • 2001
  • 2002

11) What is the tallest structure in London?

  • The Shard
  • London Eye
  • Big Ben
  • Nelson's Column

12) What is the name of the public transport system serving London and its surrounding areas?

  • NEX
  • ELR
  • TFL
  • CTM

13) What is the name of the world's first underground railway?

  • Glasgow Subway
  • London Underground
  • Paris Metro
  • Moscow Metro

14) In which year was the Great Fire of London started?

  • 1666
  • 1566
  • 1766
  • 1866

15) What is the name of the oldest bridge in London?

  • Waterloo Bridge
  • Tower Bridge
  • St Paul's Bridge
  • London Bridge

16) Where is the Tower of London located?

  • Westminster
  • Kensington
  • Southwark
  • Tower Hamlets

17) Who was the mayor of London in 2020?

  • Sadiq Khan
  • Boris Johnson
  • Ken Livingstone
  • John Biggs

18) In which year did the opening ceremony of the 2012 Olympic Games take place?

  • 2010
  • 2011
  • 2012
  • 2013

19) Who wrote the novel 'Oliver Twist'?

  • Charles Dickens
  • J.K. Rowling
  • Agatha Christie
  • Jane Austen

20) In what year was the first London Marathon held?

  • 1979
  • 1998
  • 1985
  • 1995

Top 3 reasons to use our free London Trivia Template

1) It is a great way to test your knowledge of the city of London and surrounding areas.

2) It is a fun way to challenge yourself or your friends and family.

3) It provides an opportunity to learn more about the history and culture of this great city.