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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.
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Follow a licensed English-speaking guide for in-depth stories behind royal burials, architectural details & sites like Poet’s Corner inside Westminster Abbey.
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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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Skip-the-line entry to Westminster Abbey
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Professional English-speaking guide
Paid additional upgrades:
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Priority access to Westminster Abbey
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Entry to Queen Diamond's Jubilee Galleries
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Refreshments (tea, coffee and pastries)
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Certified blue-badge guide
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Step into 1,000 years of royal heritage with skip-the-line entry and an expert-guided Westminster Abbey tour.
Getting started
Meet your guide just outside the Westminster Abbey Shop, clearly marked for easy identification. Then, head inside with skip-the-line access.
What to expect
This iconic Gothic landmark has crowned monarchs since 1066 and is the burial place of many kings, queens, and cultural giants. Your English-speaking guide brings royal events and architectural marvels to life through detailed storytelling.
Features
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Shrine of St. Edward the Confessor: Visit the shrine of the Abbey’s founder, once a major pilgrimage site and still a spiritual centerpiece of the church.
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Royal Tombs: Walk among the resting places of monarchs and national icons. Each tomb reveals layers of British history through sculpture, symbolism, and inscriptions.
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Coronation Chair: View the ancient throne used for every British coronation since 1308, including that of King Charles III in 2023.
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Royal Weddings: Hear stories of famous royal weddings, including Prince William and Kate Middleton’s ceremony, held beneath the Abbey’s soaring arches.
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Additions: Choose from optional extras like gallery access, a professional Blue Badge guide or delicious refreshments after your Abbey tour.
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What to bring
- Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.
What’s not allowed
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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.
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Your pets are not allowed on this experience.
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Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
Accessibility
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This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
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With Braille and a hearing loop system, this experience is accessible to all.
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Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
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The venue provides free tickets for disabled individuals.
Additional information
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Available facilities: restroom.
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Safety is a priority, so guests under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.
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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
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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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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