Guided Tours

Westminster Abbey Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry

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.

Duration

2 hr - 3 hr

Open today

9:00am - 3:00pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

4.8/5

(178)

Pat

Jan 2026

Verified booking

Anne Marie, our tour guide was fantastic. She was personable, interesting, and focused on the topics we wanted to hear. She answered questions well. This was the first time I was on a tour where we had ear sets. Our guide never had to raise her voice. She dint have to talk over other guides. She even described rooms to us while we were in them when she didn't go in herself. The headsets were great.

Horst-uwe

Oct 2025

Verified booking

Die Führung durch die Westminster Abbey war wirklich sehr beeindruckend. Unser Führer. Phil hat uns sehr viel über die Geschichte erzählt. Auch über das Verhältnis Königshaus und Kirche haben wir viel Neues erfahren. Insgesamt war es eine sehr schöne und beeindruckende Führung für uns, die wir gerne weiter empfehlen werden.

Douglas

Oct 2025

Verified booking

Nick , our tour guide was very well informed, funny and personable; a wonderful tour . Westminster Abbey was very busy today , but Nick led us through the crowds with skill and ease .

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.

Skip-the-line entry to Westminster Abbey

Professional English-speaking guide

Paid additional upgrades:

Priority access to Westminster Abbey

Entry to Queen Diamond's Jubilee Galleries

Refreshments (tea, coffee and pastries)

Certified blue-badge guide

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

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What our guests say
Stephen
Feb 2026
Verified booking
A quite time to visit. An excellent guide - extremely knowledgeable.
Maria
Feb 2026
Verified booking
Love it, it was crowded but was able to enjoy
Pat
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Anne Marie, our tour guide was fantastic. She was personable, interesting, and focused on the topics we wanted to hear. She answered questions well. This was the first time I was on a tour where we had ear sets. Our guide never had to raise her voice. She dint have to talk over other guides. She even described rooms to us while we were in them when she didn't go in herself. The headsets were great.
Mark
Jan 2026
Verified booking
The tour guide was wonderful. Very knowledgeable and engaging and entertaining! Highly recommended.
Shannon
Oct 2025
Verified booking
Turning off the tour guide audio and exploring on my own. I'm sure the tour guide was well received from the group- she was organized, thoughtful, her tone and cadence were wonderful. However, the information was quite pedestrian and I was looking for something more in depth. It was a guided tour. I had to click on something to submit.

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

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.

Royal Tombs: Walk among the resting places of monarchs and national icons. Each tomb reveals layers of British history through sculpture, symbolism, and inscriptions.

Coronation Chair: View the ancient throne used for every British coronation since 1308, including that of King Charles III in 2023.

Royal Weddings: Hear stories of famous royal weddings, including Prince William and Kate Middleton’s ceremony, held beneath the Abbey’s soaring arches.

Additions: Choose from optional extras like gallery access, a professional Blue Badge guide or delicious refreshments after your Abbey tour.

Westminster Abbey
Monday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Saturday 9:00am - 3:00pm
Sunday Closed

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

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.