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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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Danielle Bernard

Danielle

5/5

Oct, 2024

Adrian, our guide, was enthusiastic and gave a lot of information. A great experience, I highly recommend it.
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Pamela Newman

Pamela

5/5

Aug, 2024

Top notch experience. The guide was excellent, he was pleasant, knowledgeable and experienced. I would highly recommend this tour.
Denise Jordan

Denise

5/5

Jul, 2024

Our guide was pleasant and knowledgeable. Lots of history learned and the changing of the guard ceremony was a really cool experience.
Jocelyn Barker

Jocelyn

5/5

Jun, 2024

Natasha was an excellent tour guide, very knowledgeable and interesting. Her humour kept everyone engaged. My husband and I were the only brits on this tour. We wouldn't hesitate to book future tours if we could guarantee it was Natasha!
Sheila Baker

Sheila

5/5

Apr, 2024

It was very easy to find you at the Abbey and the coffee and pastries were very welcome. The guide was fantastic, knowledgeable and accommodating. Lovely day out and tour.

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.

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.

  • 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.

Meeting point

  • Meet your guide at Westminster Abbey Shop.

  • Address: 20 Dean's Yard, London SW1P 3JS, United Kingdom.

  • Guide Identifier: Your guide will be holding a white ‘Premium Tours’ sign.

  • Landmark: The Abbey shop is located next to the West entrance.

Get directions to the meeting point

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