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Westminster Abbey, Big Ben & Buckingham Palace Guided Tour

Tour guide leading a group through a historic London street near Westminster Abbey.
Big Ben and Houses of Parliament viewed from a Thames cruise in London.
Crowd outside Buckingham Palace gates in London.
Nave of Westminster Abbey showcasing Gothic architecture and stained glass windows.

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(506)

Lee Disney

Lee

Jul 2025
Verified booking
5/5
This is a great tour. Our fabulous guide, Natalia, is so knowledgable, we learnt so much from her. We loved all our time spent in Westminster Abbey, then the walk through St James park to Buckingham Palace and then through the little streets to Picadilly Circus. Natalia kept us entertained for the whole tour with so much information to pass on in a very friendly and personal manner.
Réka Szalay

Réka

Jul 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Brandon is a very good tour guide with interesting stories and a direct style. He kept everyone interested throughout and also kept the group together. He is a very good storyteller, and we learned a lot of interesting things during the walk. I wholeheartedly recommend this experience to everyone.
Dirk Hassmann

Dirk

Jun 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We are more than satisfied. The tour is really interesting and highly recommended. We saw a lot and learned great stories and details. Also very flexible. We had booked the English tour by mistake. This was sorted out on the spot in 5 minutes and we were then able to join the tour with a German-speaking guide. Bossa was great and gave us lots of interesting information. Top all round. Highly recommended, especially our guide
    • Visit three of London’s most iconic sights in one experience with Abbey entry and a walking tour covering Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.

    • Explore Westminster Abbey’s nave, chapels and cloisters while hearing about monarchs, poets and statesmen buried beneath its famous Gothic arches.

    • Walk past Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament while hearing about British politics and the tower’s world-famous clock.

    • Your licensed guide speaks English, French, Spanish or German, giving you accurate and engaging commentary tailored to your needs.

    • Add extras like a guided Westminster Abbey visit, Changing of the Guard ceremony or fast-track access to the Abbey.

    • Entry to Westminster Abbey

    • Walking tour of Big Ben & Buckingham Palace

    Additional paid upgrades:

    • Skip-the-line tickets or priority group entry to Westminster Abbey

    • Guided tour of Westminster Abbey

    • Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace

    • A licensed tour guide (English, French, Spanish or German)

    • Small group size (10 to 15 guests)

    • Headsets

    • Entry to Buckingham Palace

    • Entry to Big Ben

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

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    Guests from United States, France, Germany and over 43 countries have loved this experience

    Gayle Dadekian

    Gayle

    Aug, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Our guide , Adrian, was amazing. Very informative and animated- he held our grandson's attention. We learned so much history . The tour was at a great pace for all 3 generations in our group.
    Karolina Rozanska

    Karolina

    Aug, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Very extensive knowledge, it was a pleasure to listen, great time, great interaction with the children. Highly recommended. Best regards to Mr. Ulrich.
    Catherine Pageau

    Catherine

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    The tour was really knowledgeable and nice. We loved how she knew exactly where to put us so we could well see the change of the guard. Recommend.
    Natalia Vtorushina

    Natalia

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    It was perfect time with Paul 💫
    St Clair Reeves La Roche

    St

    Aug, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Our tour guide Nathalie was amazing! Very funny, personable and helpful. She helped us plan out future excursions, as well. I would definitely recommend her!
  • See London’s most iconic royal and political landmarks on a guided walking tour, with commentary from a licensed guide in English, French, Spanish or German.

    Getting started

    Meet your guide just outside The Ritz Hotel, beside the two red telephone boxes near Green Park Underground Station. After a short introduction, your group sets off on foot through central London. As you walk, your guide shares stories and context about the landmarks you’re about to see and their lasting significance.

    What to expect

    This experience includes exterior views of Buckingham Palace and Big Ben, as well as interior access to Westminster Abbey with an included entry ticket.

    Features:

    • Westminster Abbey: Explore the interior of Westminster Abbey at your own pace with a multilingual audio guide. This 1,000-year-old Gothic church has hosted every British coronation since 1066 and is the burial site of historical figures like Isaac Newton and Charles Dickens.

    • Coronation Chair & Poets’ Corner: Inside the Abbey, see the 700-year-old Coronation Chair used in every crowning since 1308 and visit Poets’ Corner, where literary legends are honoured and buried.

    • Big Ben & Houses of Parliament: Get up-close views of London’s most recognisable clock tower and the neighbouring Houses of Parliament, the heart of British political life.

    • Buckingham Palace: View the official residence of the monarch from the outside. On select days and only on the 10am tour, you may also witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony.

    • Extras: Upgrade your experience with optional extras like fast-track Abbey entry, guided tours, or small-group and headset add-ons.

  • Buckingham Palace

    Monday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Tuesday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Wednesday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Thursday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Friday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Saturday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Sunday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm

    Westminster Abbey

    Monday09:30am - 03:30pm
    Tuesday09:30am - 03:30pm
    Wednesday09:30am - 03:30pm
    Thursday09:30am - 03:30pm
    Friday09:30am - 03:30pm
    Saturday09:00am - 03:00pm
    SundayClosed
  • What to bring

    • Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.

    What’s not allowed

    • Alcohol, sharp metallic tools or objects, food & beverages, drones, large bags, suitcases, backpacks, rucksacks, illegal drugs, weapons, and items that make a noise, like whistles, banners, flags, and political slogans are not allowed on this experience.

    • Your pets are not allowed on this experience.

    • Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.

    • With Braille and a hearing loop system, this experience is accessible to all.

    • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

    • The venue provides free tickets for disabled individuals.

    Additional information

    • Available facilities: restroom.

    • Safety is a priority, so guests under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.

    • While there is no strictly enforced dress code, please note that Westminster Abbey is a place of worship, and it is better to be dressed modestly

    • The Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace only takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays; on other days, the tour visits the Horse Guards Parade instead.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting point

    • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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