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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.

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Westminster Abbey
Coronation Chair inside Westminster Abbey, London.
Coronation Chair in Westminster Abbey with red drapery backdrop.
Nave of Westminster Abbey showcasing Gothic architecture with visitors exploring the historic interior.
Visitors exploring the ornate interior of Westminster Abbey, London.
Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists, London, part of combo tour with Tower of London tickets.
Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists, part of combo ticket with Tower of London.
Tomb inside Westminster Abbey with ornate columns and detailed stone carvings.
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier inside Westminster Abbey, London.
Statues inside Westminster Abbey
Stained glass windows inside Westminster Abbey, London, showcasing intricate historical designs.
Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists, London, part of combo ticket with Tower of London.
Tourist listening to guide inside Westminster Abbey, London.
Buckingham Palace exterior with tourists in front, London.
Big Ben and Whitehall Street view near Westminster Abbey, London.
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Flexible duration
  • Walk through 1,000 years of British history at Westminster Abbey. Visit monarchs’ tombs, stained glass chapels, and quiet cloisters at your own pace.

  • Go solo with a multimedia guide or hear from a licensed guide onsite. Both options offer insightful commentary at different levels of detail.

  • Select from time-saving upgrades like skip-the-line access or join a small group walking tour of London’s political landmarks like Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.

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  • Walk through 1,000 years of British history at Westminster Abbey. Visit monarchs’ tombs, stained glass chapels, and quiet cloisters at your own pace.

  • Go solo with a multimedia guide or hear from a licensed guide onsite. Both options offer insightful commentary at different levels of detail.

  • Select from time-saving upgrades like skip-the-line access or join a small group walking tour of London’s political landmarks like Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.

from
£30
Northern entrance of Westminster Abbey with tourists entering for a guided tour in London.
Tourist listening to guide inside Westminster Abbey, London.
Anglican Church interior at Westminster Abbey, London, with ornate architecture.
Guards in red uniforms and bearskin hats perform at Changing of the Guard, London.
Tourist exploring Anglican Church interior at Westminster Abbey, London.
High Altar inside Westminster Abbey with intricate Gothic architecture and stained glass windows.
Lady Chapel interior at Westminster Abbey, showcasing intricate Gothic architecture and stained glass windows.
Sir Isaac Newton's Tomb inside Westminster Abbey, London.
Tourist listening to guide inside Westminster Abbey, London.
Tourists enjoying coffee and pastries in the 14th century Cellarium
Big Ben and Houses of Parliament viewed from a Thames River cruise in London.
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2 hr
Mobile ticket
  • Save over an hour with skip-the-line entry to Westminster Abbey & get right to the coronation chairs and royal tombs instead of standing in crowded queues.

  • Follow a licensed English-speaking guide for in-depth stories behind royal burials, architectural details & sites like Poet’s Corner inside Westminster Abbey.

  • Choose upgrades like faster Abbey entry, exclusive Jubilee Gallery access, a top-tier Blue Badge guide or a quiet break with refreshments like tea and coffee.

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  • Save over an hour with skip-the-line entry to Westminster Abbey & get right to the coronation chairs and royal tombs instead of standing in crowded queues.

  • Follow a licensed English-speaking guide for in-depth stories behind royal burials, architectural details & sites like Poet’s Corner inside Westminster Abbey.

  • Choose upgrades like faster Abbey entry, exclusive Jubilee Gallery access, a top-tier Blue Badge guide or a quiet break with refreshments like tea and coffee.

from
£79
Westminster Abbey in London
Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace tour with guide in London.
Big Ben and Houses of Parliament viewed from a Thames River cruise in London.
Buckingham Palace exterior with tourists in front, London.
Nave of Westminster Abbey showcasing Gothic architecture with visitors exploring the historic interior.
Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace tour with a guide in London.
Sir Isaac Newton monument inside Westminster Abbey during guided tour.
High Altar inside Westminster Abbey with intricate Gothic architecture and stained glass windows.
Westminster Abbey interior with visitors exploring Poet's Corner, London.
Guards in red uniforms and bearskin hats perform at Changing of the Guard, London.
View if the Great North Door of the Westminster Abbey
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Flexible duration
Mobile ticket
  • 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.

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  • 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.

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£68
Westminster Abbey exterior and Tower of London with Crown Jewels access tickets combo offer.
Westminster Abbey interior with ornate arches and historical artifacts.
Coronation Chair in Westminster Abbey with red drapery backdrop.
Beefeater guide at Tower of London during Changing of the Guards ceremony.
Tourists exploring the Eiffel Tower with views of Paris, part of a combo tour with the Louvre Museum.
Visitors exploring the ornate interior of Westminster Abbey, London.
Poets' Corner in Westminster Abbey with historic tombs and memorials in London.
Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists, London, part of combo ticket with Tower of London.
White Tower at the Tower of London with tourists exploring the historic site.
Tower of London crown jewels display with historic royal crowns and regalia.
Medieval armor display with knights on horseback at a historical museum.
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Get access to Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London. Enjoy flexible self-paced visits, with no time limits or group restrictions at either site.

  • At Westminster Abbey, view royal burial sites, explore the nave and transepts, and hear stories of Britain’s greats with a multilingual audio guide.

  • Your Tower of London ticket includes access to crown jewels, royal vaults, towers, battlements, and exhibitions with no fixed route or time limit.

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  • Get access to Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London. Enjoy flexible self-paced visits, with no time limits or group restrictions at either site.

  • At Westminster Abbey, view royal burial sites, explore the nave and transepts, and hear stories of Britain’s greats with a multilingual audio guide.

  • Your Tower of London ticket includes access to crown jewels, royal vaults, towers, battlements, and exhibitions with no fixed route or time limit.

from £65.80
£62.51

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  • Enjoy a hassle-free sightseeing experience in London with exclusive access to 90+ attractions scattered across the city.

  • The London Pass® makes visiting top attractions like the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Kensington Palace and more super easy, saving you up to 55%.

  • Level up your experience with the London Pass Plus and access 4 additional sights like Madame Tussauds and the London Eye, for the ultimate London experience.

  • Pick from 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 10-day London passes depending on your itinerary and enjoy 1 year validity from the date of purchase.

  • Just scan your London pass at the first attraction, and it's activated and you can then redeem your credits over the number of calendar days purchased.

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  • Enjoy a hassle-free sightseeing experience in London with exclusive access to 90+ attractions scattered across the city.

  • The London Pass® makes visiting top attractions like the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Kensington Palace and more super easy, saving you up to 55%.

  • Level up your experience with the London Pass Plus and access 4 additional sights like Madame Tussauds and the London Eye, for the ultimate London experience.

  • Pick from 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 10-day London passes depending on your itinerary and enjoy 1 year validity from the date of purchase.

  • Just scan your London pass at the first attraction, and it's activated and you can then redeem your credits over the number of calendar days purchased.

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£79
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Visitors exploring the ornate interior of Westminster Abbey, London.
Westminster Abbey facade with tourists in London.
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St. Paul's Cathedral dome and towers in London.
Coronation Chair in Westminster Abbey with red drapery backdrop.
Westminster Abbey interior with ornate arches and choir stalls, London.
Tomb inside Westminster Abbey with ornate columns and detailed stone carvings.
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Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • See Westminster Abbey & St Paul’s Cathedral your way. With audio guides included, take your time learning about coronations, tombs, and royal traditions.

  • Walk through centuries of royal history at Westminster Abbey with an audio guide. See the Coronation Chair, Poets’ Corner, and the final resting places of monarchs.

  • Access all five levels of St Paul’s Cathedral including the Whispering Gallery & Golden Gallery with insights from a multimedia & English-language audio guide.

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  • See Westminster Abbey & St Paul’s Cathedral your way. With audio guides included, take your time learning about coronations, tombs, and royal traditions.

  • Walk through centuries of royal history at Westminster Abbey with an audio guide. See the Coronation Chair, Poets’ Corner, and the final resting places of monarchs.

  • Access all five levels of St Paul’s Cathedral including the Whispering Gallery & Golden Gallery with insights from a multimedia & English-language audio guide.

from £56
£53.20

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Coronation Chair in Westminster Abbey with red drapery backdrop.
Westminster Abbey facade with tourists in London.
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Exterior view of the London Eye
Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists in London, England.
Tomb inside Westminster Abbey with intricate stone carvings, London.
Westminster Abbey interior with ornate arches and choir stalls, London.
Aerial view of London skyline from the London Eye, featuring the River Thames and iconic landmarks.
London Eye pod overlooking Thames River and cityscape.
London Eye Ferris wheel overlooking the River Thames in London, England.
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Save 10% while seeing it all! Stroll through Westminster Abbey’s grand halls, then ride the London Eye for views of St. Paul’s, Tower Bridge, and beyond.

  • A win for families! Kids under 5 enter Westminster Abbey free, and the London Eye’s epic views guarantee fun for everyone—big and small.

  • No wasting time on transport! These two landmarks are just 0.9 km apart, making sightseeing effortless and giving you more time to explore.

  • A history-packed morning, skyline views by afternoon! Discover the Abbey’s royal past, then hop on the London Eye for a 30-mins joyride.

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  • Save 10% while seeing it all! Stroll through Westminster Abbey’s grand halls, then ride the London Eye for views of St. Paul’s, Tower Bridge, and beyond.

  • A win for families! Kids under 5 enter Westminster Abbey free, and the London Eye’s epic views guarantee fun for everyone—big and small.

  • No wasting time on transport! These two landmarks are just 0.9 km apart, making sightseeing effortless and giving you more time to explore.

  • A history-packed morning, skyline views by afternoon! Discover the Abbey’s royal past, then hop on the London Eye for a 30-mins joyride.

from £66.68
£60.01

10% off

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Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists, London, part of combo ticket with Tower of London.
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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 Tower of London, Up At The O2, and Tower Bridge.

  • Explore the best of London including Kew Gardens, Westminster Abbey, and other prime attractions.

  • Enjoy the flexibility of picking from different passes offering entry to 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions in London, with a validity of 30 days from first use.

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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 Tower of London, Up At The O2, and Tower Bridge.

  • Explore the best of London including Kew Gardens, Westminster Abbey, and other prime attractions.

  • Enjoy the flexibility of picking from different passes offering entry to 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions in London, with a validity of 30 days from first use.

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Westminster Abbey exterior with River Thames cruise boat in London.
Westminster Abbey exterior with tourists, part of combo ticket with Tower of London.
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London Eye view from river cruise, showcasing London's skyline, part of Combo deal.
Coronation Chair, Westminister Abbey
Westminster Abbey interior with ornate arches and choir stalls, London.
Thames River cruise boat near Big Ben and Westminster Bridge on River Red Rover tour.
Passengers enjoying a Thames River Sightseeing Cruise from Westminster to Greenwich, with a clear view of the London skyline and iconic landmarks
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Statues inside Westminster Abbey
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier inside Westminster Abbey, London.
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Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Step back in time as you visit the magnificent Westminster Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest churches in the UK.

  • Immerse yourself in the archaeological beauty of the church with an audio guide, and explore the Royal Tombs where 30 monarchs are buried.

  • Take a scenic cruise from Westminster to Greenwich on the Thames, with engaging commentary from a multilingual audio guide.

  • Want a bird's eye view of London? Upgrade to include a 30-minute ride on the London Eye.

  • Fun fact: The Westminster Abbey boasts the only surviving Anglo-Saxon door in England, dating back to 1050.

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  • Step back in time as you visit the magnificent Westminster Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest churches in the UK.

  • Immerse yourself in the archaeological beauty of the church with an audio guide, and explore the Royal Tombs where 30 monarchs are buried.

  • Take a scenic cruise from Westminster to Greenwich on the Thames, with engaging commentary from a multilingual audio guide.

  • Want a bird's eye view of London? Upgrade to include a 30-minute ride on the London Eye.

  • Fun fact: The Westminster Abbey boasts the only surviving Anglo-Saxon door in England, dating back to 1050.

from £46.50
£44.18

5% off

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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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Eileen Frances Smith
NZ

Eileen

5/5
New Zealand
Visiting the abbey was memorable. Although there was a big crowd there was plenty of space to move around. I noticed that people were respectful many sitting quietly just reflecting or contemplating and listening to the audio. So much to see and absorb. Wonderful to see our own Ernrst Rutherford with a plaque on the floor. We also enjoyed the afternoon tea in the cafe.
Christina Grimsley
US

Christina

5/5
United States
The whole experience, from booking tickets to walking out the door. Everyone was so nice and helpful. I highly recommend anyone to visit.
Catherine Pageau
CA

Catherine

5/5
Canada
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.
anjaly baby panjikaran
GB

Anjaly

5/5
United Kingdom
Economical and easy to enter and access. Excellent app with all the attractions and up-to-date with the attractions, no foul plays.
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.
Caroline Wetherell
GB

Caroline

5/5
United Kingdom
Headout is really simple to use, in most cases you just have the QR code scanned as your ticket. It saves you a lot of money and gives you so many options. I would definitely recommend this to anyone going to London. You can check all the attractions included prior so you know it will suit you. Possibly the best way to see London!
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
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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