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Westminster Abbey

Discover British history at Westminster Abbey, the site of royal weddings, coronations, and memorials to poets like Eliot and Tennyson.

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Westminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey facade with visitors, London.
Coronation Chair at Westminster Abbey with red drapery backdrop.
Nave of Westminster Abbey showcasing Gothic architecture and stained glass windows.
Visitors exploring the ornate interior of Westminster Abbey, London.
Statue of William Shakespeare in Westminster Abbey, London.
Visitor using an audio guide inside a historic building, related to Westminster Abbey and Tower of London tour.
Tomb inside Westminster Abbey with ornate columns and detailed carvings.
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier surrounded by poppies inside Westminster Abbey, London.
Statues inside Westminster Abbey, London, with intricate carvings and stained glass windows.
Stained glass windows inside Westminster Abbey, London.
Westminster Abbey facade with intricate architecture, London.
Tourists listening to a guide inside Westminster Abbey, London.
Crowd outside Buckingham Palace gates in London.
Westminster Abbey street view with Big Ben in the background, 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 intricate Gothic architecture.
Tourists listening to a guide inside Westminster Abbey, London.
Westminster Abbey interior with view of Anglican Church architecture and stained glass.
Guards in red uniforms and bearskin hats perform at Changing of the Guard, London.
Tourists walking inside Westminster Abbey's Anglican Church, London.
High Altar at Westminster Abbey with ornate gold detailing and religious artwork.
Lady Chapel ceiling and colorful banners at Westminster Abbey, London.
Sir Isaac Newton's Tomb in Westminster Abbey with ornate Gothic architecture.
Tourists listening to a guide inside Westminster Abbey, viewing the cloisters.
Group enjoying a discussion over tea during a private guided tour of Westminster Abbey.
Big Ben and Houses of Parliament viewed from a Thames cruise in London.
Free cancellation
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2 hr
  • 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 surrounded by trees on a sunny day.
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.
Tomb monument inside Westminster Abbey, featuring intricate carvings and Latin inscriptions.
Marble monument inside Westminster Abbey with colorful arches and detailed sculptures.
High Altar at Westminster Abbey with ornate gold detailing and religious artwork.
Sculptures and tomb in Poet's Corner, Westminster Abbey, London.
Guards in red uniforms and bearskin hats perform at Changing of the Guard, London.
Westminster Abbey facade in London, featuring intricate Gothic architecture.
Free cancellation
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Flexible duration
  • 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 the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace, or fast-track access to the Abbey.

More details

  • 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 the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace, or fast-track access to the Abbey.

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£65
Westminster Abbey and Tower of London under blue sky, London.
Interiors of Westminster Abbey with ornate altar and vaulted ceilings.
Coronation Chair at Westminster Abbey with red drapery backdrop.
Tower of London entrance gate with stone walls and wooden bridge.
Crown jewels display with a guard in the background at the Tower of London.
Visitors exploring the ornate interior of Westminster Abbey, London.
Tomb and statues in Poets' Corner, Westminster Abbey, London.
Westminster Abbey facade with intricate architecture, London.
White Tower at the Tower of London with tourists exploring the historic site.
Crown jewels display at Tower of London crown exhibitions.
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.

More details

  • 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

5% off

Westminster Abbey and St Paul's Cathedral in London.
Visitors exploring the ornate interior of Westminster Abbey, London.
Westminster Abbey facade with clock tower and surrounding buildings, London.
Interior of St Paul's Cathedral with ornate columns and detailed ceiling artwork.
St. Paul's Cathedral dome and towers in London.
Coronation Chair at 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 carvings.
Mosaic of Christ with apostles at St Paul Cathedral, featuring intricate gold background.
Intricate frescoes and architectural details on St. Paul's Cathedral dome, London.
Aerial view from St Paul's Cathedral's Golden Gallery, showcasing twin baroque towers and London's skyline.
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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

5% off

Westminster Abbey facade and boat on River Thames with London skyline.
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier surrounded by poppies inside Westminster Abbey, London.
Westminster Abbey interior with ornate arches and choir stalls, London.
Thames River cruise passing the Shard and City Hall in London.
Houses of Parliament and Big Ben by the River Thames, London, United Kingdom.
Statues inside Westminster Abbey, London, with intricate carvings and stained glass windows.
The Lady Chapel interior with ornate ceiling and colorful banners, Westminster Abbey.
Thames River cruise passing the Tower of London with city skyline in the background.
Tower Bridge over River Thames at sunset, London, part of Westminster to Greenwich cruise.
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • A single ticket gets you access to Westminster Abbey and a Thames cruise, each paired with audio guides that bring every landmark to life.

  • Uncover coronation traditions, see memorials of famous Britons & enjoy vivid storytelling via multilingual audio guide during your visit to the Abbey.

  • Sail from Westminster to Greenwich past St Paul’s Cathedral, Tower Bridge & more while GPS-guided commentary gives you insight synced with each riverside view.

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  • A single ticket gets you access to Westminster Abbey and a Thames cruise, each paired with audio guides that bring every landmark to life.

  • Uncover coronation traditions, see memorials of famous Britons & enjoy vivid storytelling via multilingual audio guide during your visit to the Abbey.

  • Sail from Westminster to Greenwich past St Paul’s Cathedral, Tower Bridge & more while GPS-guided commentary gives you insight synced with each riverside view.

from £46.50
£41.32

11% off

Houses of Parliament and Big Ben by the River Thames in London, UK.
Tourists listening to a guide inside Westminster Abbey, viewing the cloisters.
Westminster Abbey facade with intricate architecture, London.
Visitors exploring the ornate interior of Westminster Abbey, London.
Visitor photographing Big Ben and Houses of Parliament, London.
Tomb and statues in Poets' Corner, Westminster Abbey, London.
Close-up of Big Ben clock face in London, showing Roman numerals and ornate details.
Stained glass windows and ornate carvings inside Westminster Abbey.
Aerial view of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben from the London Eye.
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1 hr 30 min
Audio guide
  • Step inside the Houses of Parliament & wander independently through political spaces like Westminster Hall, the Commons chamber & the regal House of Lords.

  • Your visit includes a personal audio guide that shares key political moments, architecture details and ceremonial insights room by room.

  • Add Westminster Abbey to your visit and enjoy fast-track access plus a guided tour with headset for clear narration from your licensed guide.

More details

  • Step inside the Houses of Parliament & wander independently through political spaces like Westminster Hall, the Commons chamber & the regal House of Lords.

  • Your visit includes a personal audio guide that shares key political moments, architecture details and ceremonial insights room by room.

  • Add Westminster Abbey to your visit and enjoy fast-track access plus a guided tour with headset for clear narration from your licensed guide.

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£36
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London Eye and County Hall viewed from a river cruise.
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Westminster Abbey facade with intricate architecture, 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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£54
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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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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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I loved that I could book so last minute. I liked the message delivered after booking filled with instructions. I liked that my guide Nick was so knowledgeable & he was a blue badge guide. He explained all parts of the tour so well. I'd definitely recommend this tour to others.
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Germany
Aug 2025
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Very extensive knowledge, it was a pleasure to listen, great time, great interaction with the children. Highly recommended. Best regards to Mr. Ulrich.
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Jun 2025
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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.
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Eileen

New Zealand
Jul 2025
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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.
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Christina

United States
Jun 2025
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The whole experience, from booking tickets to walking out the door. Everyone was so nice and helpful. I highly recommend anyone to visit.
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Anjaly

United Kingdom
Jul 2025
5/5
Economical and easy to enter and access. Excellent app with all the attractions and up-to-date with the attractions, no foul plays.
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Donald

United States
Sep 2024
5/5
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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Caroline

United Kingdom
Jul 2025
5/5
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!
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