Guided Tours

Skip-the-Line Guided Tour of Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists on a private guided tour, London Eye visible in the background.

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

Dive into royal history with a small-group guided tour of Westminster Abbey, complete with priority access, and watch the Changing of the Guards ceremony at Buckingham Palace.

Highlights

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.

Inclusions

Skip-the-line entry to Westminster Abbey
Professional guide
Visit to Buckingham Palace
Changing of the Guards ceremony at Buckingham Palace
Max 20 people per tour (as per option selected)
Coffee and pastries at Cellarium (as per option selected)

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Juan

4/5

Nov, 2024

London is a city that never ceases to amaze you, at home there is something to see, it is important to wear comfortable shoes and coats at this time of the year.

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Dominyka

5/5

Nov, 2024

Absolutely everything. Westminster Abbey and The Tower of London are magnificent. Thousand unbelievable years of history. Worth every penny, will definitely come back next time I'm in London.

Jaime

5/5

Nov, 2024

Its history and architecture. The purchase of the tickets was easy and fast. I was able to download the tickets to my cell phone without any problems.

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Ilse

5/5

Oct, 2024

The Abbey is very interesting, one should give oneself time to be able to tour it at leisure. I had my doubts when I booked with headout for the first time, but I had no problems with the booking or the payment, they really earned my trust.

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Cracco

4/5

Oct, 2024

Easy to order, really practical! One clarification that would be useful, however, is whether or not the ticket includes entry to the jubilee gallery.

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Your experience

Unearthing hidden treasures at Westminster Abbey

Step back in time with this small-group, exclusive guided tour of the stunning Westminster Abbey. Your professional guide, a fountain of knowledge, will usher you through the priority access into the grand Abbey. Take your time strolling through the hallways of the Gothic-style monument and marvel at the Coronation Chair. Spend some time at the Poets' Corner which is the final resting place of multiple eminent poets, and explore the Royal Tombs.

Stepping back in time

Opt for a ticket upgrade which will allow you to enjoy refreshments at the cool vaulted 14th-century Cellarium, once the storage space for Benedictine Monks, now a quaint café. Sip on a warm cup of coffee and nibble on delectable pastries. After your tour of Westminster Abbey, take a short walk to Buckingham Palace, located just a stone's throw away, and experience the pageantry of the Changing of the Guards ceremony.

Know before you go

What's not allowed

Keep in mind large suitcases and bulky items are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

Safety is a priority so guests under 17 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over.
While there is no strictly enforced dress code, please note that the Abbey is a place of worship, and it is better to be dressed modestly.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.