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Westminster Abbey

Explore Westminster Abbey, a British history icon. Choose from single tickets, combos, guided tours, and more. Immerse in rich British royalty and history at this landmark.

Open today

09:30 AM - 03:30 PM

Recommended duration

2 hours

Westminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists using audio guides, London.
Coronation Chair inside Westminster Abbey, London.
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Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists, part of combo ticket with Tower of London.
Elizabeth I tomb in Lady Chapel in Westminster Abbey.
Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists using audio guides, London.
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3 hours
Audio Guide
  • Explore the emblem of Britain's rich history and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Westminster Abbey on this convenient self-paced tour.

  • Behold the precious Coronation Chair, an artifact dating back to 1296, and tread the same aisle where Prince William and Kate Middleton wed.

  • Listen to your audio guide as you immerse yourself in British literary history at Poets' Corner, the final resting place of writers like Chaucer and Dickens.

  • Visit the Royal Tombs, housing 30 monarchs, and upgrade to get skip-the-line access to the Abbey, and a guided tour of Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.

  • Did you know? Westminster Abbey houses the tombs of Charles Darwin and Sir Isaac Newton.

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  • Explore the emblem of Britain's rich history and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Westminster Abbey on this convenient self-paced tour.

  • Behold the precious Coronation Chair, an artifact dating back to 1296, and tread the same aisle where Prince William and Kate Middleton wed.

  • Listen to your audio guide as you immerse yourself in British literary history at Poets' Corner, the final resting place of writers like Chaucer and Dickens.

  • Visit the Royal Tombs, housing 30 monarchs, and upgrade to get skip-the-line access to the Abbey, and a guided tour of Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.

  • Did you know? Westminster Abbey houses the tombs of Charles Darwin and Sir Isaac Newton.

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£30
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Coronation Chair inside Westminster Abbey, London.
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Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists, London, part of combo tour with Tower of London tickets.
Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists, London, part of combo ticket with Tower of London.
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  • Experience one of the most famous symbols of British history, Westminster Abbey, and explore the coronation church with the help of an audio guide.

  • Discover the tombs of monarchs like Mary Queen of Scots at the Royal Tombs, and famous poets and writers like William Shakespeare at Poets' Corner.

  • From ravens to executions, find out the fascinating history of the Tower of London, a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was a fortress, palace, and prison.

  • Be dazzled by the sparkling Crown Jewels, explore St. John's Chapel, and check out the Royal Mint exhibition to see over 500 years of coins.

  • Did you know? Anne Boleyn, Queen of England was executed at the Tower of London.

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  • Experience one of the most famous symbols of British history, Westminster Abbey, and explore the coronation church with the help of an audio guide.

  • Discover the tombs of monarchs like Mary Queen of Scots at the Royal Tombs, and famous poets and writers like William Shakespeare at Poets' Corner.

  • From ravens to executions, find out the fascinating history of the Tower of London, a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was a fortress, palace, and prison.

  • Be dazzled by the sparkling Crown Jewels, explore St. John's Chapel, and check out the Royal Mint exhibition to see over 500 years of coins.

  • Did you know? Anne Boleyn, Queen of England was executed at the Tower of London.

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Sir Isaac Newton's Tomb in the Westminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists on a private guided tour in London.
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4 hours
Mobile Ticket
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  • Unveil London's top attractions, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace in a 4-hour English, German, or French guided tour, with an intimate group.

  • Exclusive skip-the-line tickets whisk you straight into the heart of Westminster Abbey where you can uncover a millennium of British royal history.

  • Wonder at the grave of the Unknown Warrior, and visit the Pyx Chamber, one of the oldest surviving sections at Westminster Abbey.

  • Visit the Palace of Westminster and gaze up at Big Ben to learn about British governance while being regaled with tales of the greats.

  • Conclude the tour at Buckingham Palace’s main gate, and immerse in stories of the British royal family, against the backdrop of this iconic royal residence.

  • Fun fact: Westminster Abbey boasts the sole surviving Anglo-Saxon door in the entire country, dating all the way back to 1050!

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  • Unveil London's top attractions, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace in a 4-hour English, German, or French guided tour, with an intimate group.

  • Exclusive skip-the-line tickets whisk you straight into the heart of Westminster Abbey where you can uncover a millennium of British royal history.

  • Wonder at the grave of the Unknown Warrior, and visit the Pyx Chamber, one of the oldest surviving sections at Westminster Abbey.

  • Visit the Palace of Westminster and gaze up at Big Ben to learn about British governance while being regaled with tales of the greats.

  • Conclude the tour at Buckingham Palace’s main gate, and immerse in stories of the British royal family, against the backdrop of this iconic royal residence.

  • Fun fact: Westminster Abbey boasts the sole surviving Anglo-Saxon door in the entire country, dating all the way back to 1050!

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£85
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Coronation Chair inside Westminster Abbey, London.
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Elizabeth I tomb in Lady Chapel in Westminster Abbey.
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Audio Guide
  • Immerse yourself in the rich history of Westminster Abbey with an audio guide, a UNESCO Site, and the traditional burial ground for British monarchs.

  • Explore the stunning Gothic architecture, admire the precious Coronation Chair, and walk down the aisle where Prince Williams and Kate Middleton were wed.

  • Experience the magnificence of St. Paul's Cathedral, a 1400-year-old masterpiece designed by Sir Christopher Wren that survived the Great Fire of London.

  • Listen to a multimedia guide as you climb up 530 steps to enjoy unparalleled views from the Golden Gallery, and visit the crypt housing many famous Britons.

  • Did you know? The dome of St. Paul's Cathedral, standing at 365 feet high, was the tallest building in London until 1962.

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  • Immerse yourself in the rich history of Westminster Abbey with an audio guide, a UNESCO Site, and the traditional burial ground for British monarchs.

  • Explore the stunning Gothic architecture, admire the precious Coronation Chair, and walk down the aisle where Prince Williams and Kate Middleton were wed.

  • Experience the magnificence of St. Paul's Cathedral, a 1400-year-old masterpiece designed by Sir Christopher Wren that survived the Great Fire of London.

  • Listen to a multimedia guide as you climb up 530 steps to enjoy unparalleled views from the Golden Gallery, and visit the crypt housing many famous Britons.

  • Did you know? The dome of St. Paul's Cathedral, standing at 365 feet high, was the tallest building in London until 1962.

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Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists on a private guided tour in London.
Tourists enjoying coffee and pastries in the 14th century Cellarium
Sir Isaac Newton's Tomb in the Westminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists on a private guided tour in London.
Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists on a private guided tour in London.
Inside view of the Lady Chapel at Westminster Abbey
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  • Don't waste time standing at the visitors' entry! With skip-the-line tickets and a private, exclusive group explore the historic Westminster Abbey.

  • Begin your day with a bit of medieval charm, enjoying coffee and pastries in the 14th-century Cellarium before touring the Abbey.

  • Visit the shrine of St. Edward the Confessor and the tombs of 30 British monarchs, while your professional guide shares rich and fascinating insights.

  • Enjoy a short, leisurely stroll to the royal Buckingham Palace and witness the pomp of the Changing of the Guards ceremony.

  • Enhance your journey by upgrading your tickets and have some refreshments at the Cellarium Cafe.

  • Did you know? The Abbey holds the only surviving Anglo Saxon door in the country.

More details

  • Don't waste time standing at the visitors' entry! With skip-the-line tickets and a private, exclusive group explore the historic Westminster Abbey.

  • Begin your day with a bit of medieval charm, enjoying coffee and pastries in the 14th-century Cellarium before touring the Abbey.

  • Visit the shrine of St. Edward the Confessor and the tombs of 30 British monarchs, while your professional guide shares rich and fascinating insights.

  • Enjoy a short, leisurely stroll to the royal Buckingham Palace and witness the pomp of the Changing of the Guards ceremony.

  • Enhance your journey by upgrading your tickets and have some refreshments at the Cellarium Cafe.

  • Did you know? The Abbey holds the only surviving Anglo Saxon door in the country.

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£75
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Coronation Chair inside Westminster Abbey, London.
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Elizabeth I tomb in Lady Chapel in Westminster Abbey.
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30 minutes
Audio Guide
  • Step into Westminster Abbey's grandeur with an audio guide, walk down the aisle where royal weddings take place, and take in the beauty of the Coronation Chair.

  • Uncover tales of the British monarchy at the Royal Tombs where you can see the majestic shrine of King Edward the Confessor, and visit the Lady Chapel.

  • Ride high on the famous London Eye, Europe's tallest observation wheel, offering a 360-degree view of the city's skyline and major landmarks.

  • Sit in comfort as you marvel at some of the most stunning views of London. Try to spot the city's top attractions like Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and more.

  • Fun fact: The London Eye is the most popular paid attraction in the UK with over 3.75 million visitors annually.

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  • Step into Westminster Abbey's grandeur with an audio guide, walk down the aisle where royal weddings take place, and take in the beauty of the Coronation Chair.

  • Uncover tales of the British monarchy at the Royal Tombs where you can see the majestic shrine of King Edward the Confessor, and visit the Lady Chapel.

  • Ride high on the famous London Eye, Europe's tallest observation wheel, offering a 360-degree view of the city's skyline and major landmarks.

  • Sit in comfort as you marvel at some of the most stunning views of London. Try to spot the city's top attractions like Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and more.

  • Fun fact: The London Eye is the most popular paid attraction in the UK with over 3.75 million visitors annually.

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  • Get ready for an amazing London adventure with the London Explorer Pass which covers 90+ attractions, tours, and experiences with maximum savings.

  • Unlock up to 50% savings on admission tickets for iconic attractions such as the London Eye, The Tower of London, Up At The O2, and Tower Bridge.

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  • Discover significant sightseeing spots in Westminster, onboard a comfortable climate-controlled coach on this fascinating fully guided tour.

  • Pass by famous monuments like Buckingham Palace, the Royal Albert Hall, and witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony with a Blue Badge guide.

  • Enjoy a full afternoon tea at the Cellarium Café and Terrace within Westminster Abbey.

  • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Westminster Abbey, with a multimedia guide, where the coronation of many has taken place.

  • Fun Fact: The "Changing of the Guard" ceremony involves a lively military marching band. The use of the band dates back to its use to lift spirits before a battle!

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  • Discover significant sightseeing spots in Westminster, onboard a comfortable climate-controlled coach on this fascinating fully guided tour.

  • Pass by famous monuments like Buckingham Palace, the Royal Albert Hall, and witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony with a Blue Badge guide.

  • Enjoy a full afternoon tea at the Cellarium Café and Terrace within Westminster Abbey.

  • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Westminster Abbey, with a multimedia guide, where the coronation of many has taken place.

  • Fun Fact: The "Changing of the Guard" ceremony involves a lively military marching band. The use of the band dates back to its use to lift spirits before a battle!

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About Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey, with its stunning gothic facade, stands as a timeless symbol of London's rich heritage as its coronation church since 1066. Step inside to explore the Poets' Corner, where literary icons like Shakespeare and Dickens have been laid to rest, immerse yourself in the presence of the Coronation Chair and visit the Henry VII Lady Chapel, a masterpiece of medieval architecture.

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Address
Dean's Yard, London SW1P 3PA, UK
Also known as
Westminster Abbey
Year opened
1269
Founded by
John of Gloucester, Henry of Reyns, Robert of Beverley, Ptolemy Dean
Visitors per year
1600000
Expected wait time - Standard
1-2 hours (Peak), 30-60 mins (Off Peak)
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Susan Hobbs
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Susan

5/5
Australia
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The Abbey is an amazing place, our guide Lucy was really knowledgeable and great fun and ensured that we learnt many important and funfacts while we were there
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Patrick Cullen
GB

Patrick

5/5
United Kingdom
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The attraction was a fantastic experience, the displays and tour guides were informative, great language choices including Polish, which is hard to get at some places, I would recommend this tour.
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Alejandro Guzmán Robles
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Alejandro

4/5
Mexico
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Estuvieron muy bien las tres atracciones, solo que en la Abadía tuvimos que hacer una fila de 40 minutos para poder entrar, dada la cantidad de gente que había
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Donald Meredith Massie
US

Donald

5/5
United States
We were able to see a lot of London in only 2 days because it was so convenient to take the bus and to have admission already paid for many of the sites we visited.
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Evan Allan Watkin
NZ

Evan

4/5
New Zealand
Just being able to see all the life-like famous people and having photos taken with those we liked so much over the years.
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PAGANINI LUISA
IT

Paganini

4/5
Italy
Having the pass makes it much easier by avoiding ticket lines, however, there are some aspects that are good to point out: some facilities have rather limited opening hours, you have to take this into account when planning activities because you risk missing something: for example, we were not able to visit Westminster Abbey because a) on Sundays it is open only for worship, b) by postponing the visit to the following Tuesday morning we alas discovered that on October 1, that is when we wanted to go) the abbey opens at 1 p.m. Having to leave in the afternoon we missed it. Or the London Eye opens only late in the morning and, having to make reservations, the performance of the whole day suffers, because one cannot go to a museum, for example, as there is no time to do so either before (they open at 10 a.m.) or after (many close at 5 p.m. and between the time to go and the time to visit one would be squeezed in); moreover, the pass does not give priority of entry, despite the reservation. Finally, I would have preferred the pass to include more art venues than entertainment venues. Then if you are not able to use all the passes, the savings in spending are nullified
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John Davisson Wantz
US

John

5/5
United States
The staff we're Amiable,Knowledgeable & Kind. Learning about your country's history and viewing items I've always read about made for an incredible experience.
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Lena Burns

Lena

5/5
Having a guide along really made a difference on the tour. He not only helped us understanding the building better but had ancestral connection to British history as well.
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