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Westminster Abbey Tickets

Name: Westminster Abbey Tickets
Start: 2026-05-19T12:30:00
End: 2026-05-19T15:00:00
Location: 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.

Open today

9:00am - 3:00pm

Includes immersive AI audio guide

Download Dex for an interactive experience with stories, maps, & audio.

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

Guided tour

4.5/5(3,518)

Jacek C

Family

Verified booking

Last week

25 years of marriage meets 1,000 years of history Visiting Westminster Abbey after 25 years was a profoundly moving experience. On our first visit, my wife and I were just starting our journey together as newlyweds. Returning now with our grown children to celebrate our Silver Wedding Anniversary felt like a beautiful tribute to our own history, set against the backdrop of over a millennium of English heritage. Standing in a place that has witnessed over 1,000 years of coronations, weddings, and history is truly humbling. Our children were fascinated by the layers of time preserved within these walls. It was the perfect place to reflect on the passing of time and the enduring strength of vows. Just as it did a quarter-century ago, the Abbey left us in absolute awe. A deeply spiritual and historic highlight of our family trip to London. Jacek from Poland

Maria H

Solo

Verified booking

3 days ago

No trouble getting into St. Paul’s Cathedral—an impressive church where the organ was even playing. The climb up to the dome was indeed exhausting, even though I’m in good shape. The steps, which are very flat at first, continue all the way to the top as a continuous spiral staircase. It makes you dizzy. The view, however, is worth it! Unfortunately, even with a ticket, there was no way to avoid the line at the entrance to Westminster Abbey. The Abbey was packed with people, and you’re guided through the crowd. A church that struck me as strange, yet impressive, if only because of its significance. A must-see.

Nigel T

Group

Verified booking

Last week

The tour was very good, the tour guide new his stuff. The only bad point was we got to the gift shop at 09:00 as instructed in the email but no guide waiting for us, a few more tourists turned up 09:30 still no guide, 09:45 we were just about to walk away when 4 more tourists turned up I got talking to them and they informed us that they had a email 2 days earlier saying the tour had been delayed by an hour. It would of been nice if we had been informed about the delay.

Kevin M

Family

Verified booking

Yesterday

A beautiful Abbey with excellent service; even when the Head Out tickets turned out to be vouchers, the cashier didn’t make a fuss and exchanged them for tickets. The multimedia presentation was very informative, as it clearly explained the family tree of all the kings and queens and how it relates to the statues and sights inside the Abbey.

Ellen V

Couple

Verified booking

3 days ago

I absolutely loved visiting Westminster Abbey and St Paul’s Cathedral. Both places are breathtaking, full of history, and incredibly inspiring. The atmosphere, the stunning architecture, and the beautiful details made the experience unforgettable. Climbing the dome at St Paul’s was an amazing highlight. Truly a must‑see!

Shari S

Couple

Verified booking

4 days ago

Was all amazing! The granduour and history spectacular. The queue was a bit long 45 minute wait. Worth it but certainly not for a major group of citizens that would also enjoy the Abby. I realize you buy a pass to the front of the line not everyone has those financial resources.

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

Enjoy a free basic multimedia guide onsite that helps you navigate key chapels, royal tombs, and historic highlights without needing a live guide.

Choose enhancements like priority Abbey entry, guided tour with licensed English speaking guide, walking tour of Big Ben and Buckingham Palace, printed guidebook, and AI audioguide app access.

Entry to Westminster Abbey with access to all chapels, the Coronation Chair, and Poets’ Corner

Free basic multimedia guide onsite (available at the Abbey)

Additional paid upgrades

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

Walking tour of Big Ben & Buckingham Palace

Guided tour of Westminster Abbey

Licensed English-speaking guide

Guidebook

Access to Headout’s exclusive AI-powered audioguide app (English only, iPhone required)

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Roland J
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Westminster Abbey—what a beautiful building, both inside and out. It’s very impressive to see everything there is to see. You can follow along with the audio guide via headphones, though it can be a bit confusing at times. Photography is permitted.
Jacek C
Family
Verified booking
Last week
25 years of marriage meets 1,000 years of history Visiting Westminster Abbey after 25 years was a profoundly moving experience. On our first visit, my wife and I were just starting our journey together as newlyweds. Returning now with our grown children to celebrate our Silver Wedding Anniversary felt like a beautiful tribute to our own history, set against the backdrop of over a millennium of English heritage. Standing in a place that has witnessed over 1,000 years of coronations, weddings, and history is truly humbling. Our children were fascinated by the layers of time preserved within these walls. It was the perfect place to reflect on the passing of time and the enduring strength of vows. Just as it did a quarter-century ago, the Abbey left us in absolute awe. A deeply spiritual and historic highlight of our family trip to London. Jacek from Poland
Maria H
Solo
Verified booking
3 days ago
No trouble getting into St. Paul’s Cathedral—an impressive church where the organ was even playing. The climb up to the dome was indeed exhausting, even though I’m in good shape. The steps, which are very flat at first, continue all the way to the top as a continuous spiral staircase. It makes you dizzy. The view, however, is worth it! Unfortunately, even with a ticket, there was no way to avoid the line at the entrance to Westminster Abbey. The Abbey was packed with people, and you’re guided through the crowd. A church that struck me as strange, yet impressive, if only because of its significance. A must-see.
Nigel T
Group
Verified booking
Last week
The tour was very good, the tour guide new his stuff. The only bad point was we got to the gift shop at 09:00 as instructed in the email but no guide waiting for us, a few more tourists turned up 09:30 still no guide, 09:45 we were just about to walk away when 4 more tourists turned up I got talking to them and they informed us that they had a email 2 days earlier saying the tour had been delayed by an hour. It would of been nice if we had been informed about the delay.
Curzio P
Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
Even though we had booked a specific time slot (9:30 a.m.), we had to wait in a long line in the cold for over thirty minutes (incidentally, my wife was using two walking canes because she has a severe limp, but no one gave us priority, unlike what normally happens, for example, at airports). Furthermore, there was a second line where people were allowed to enter without waiting in line, and although I asked why, I received no answer. Pietro Curzio

Walk through over a thousand years of royal history with standard entry to Westminster Abbey and an included multimedia guide.

Getting started

Show your voucher at the North Door ticket office on the North Green to collect your official entry ticket. Once you pass through security, pick up your audio guide and begin your self-paced journey through this historic landmark.

What to expect

This working church has been the setting for every British coronation since 1066. Known for its breathtaking Gothic design and national significance, the Abbey is one of the most storied buildings in the UK.

Features

The Coronation Chair: See the medieval throne used in nearly every British coronation for more than 700 years.

Poets’ Corner: Pay tribute to literary giants buried or honored here, from Shakespeare and Austen to Brontë and Byron.

Royal Tombs: Walk among the final resting places of monarchs like Elizabeth I and Mary Queen of Scots.

Stained Glass: Take in vivid stained glass windows that date back centuries and highlight scenes of faith, royalty, and remembrance.

Gothic Details: Look up to appreciate vaulted ceilings, flying buttresses, and centuries-old stone carvings.

Upgrades: Select skip the line or priority group entry, guided Westminster Abbey experience, walking tour of Big Ben and Buckingham Palace, licensed English speaking guide, guidebook, and AI audioguide access.

Note: Entry may involve queuing during peak times. Westminster Abbey occasionally closes for events or services.

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.

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.

Accessibility

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

Braille and a hearing loop system are available for this experience.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

The venue provides free tickets for disabled individuals.

Additional information

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 guided walking tour of Big Ben and Buckingham Palace does not include entry to either site.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

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

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.