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- Poets' Corner
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- London To Windsor Castle Tours
- Up At The O2 Climb
- SEA LIFE London Aquarium
- London To Stonehenge Tours
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- The Shard
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- Kew Gardens
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- Churchill War Rooms
- London Dungeon
Westminster Abbey Tickets & Tours
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Get entry tickets to Westminster Abbey—where British monarchs are crowned and buried.
- Explore Westminster Abbey, the most famous church In the UK, with these entry tickets and stroll through the setting for every royal coronation since 1066.
- History sounds better in your language! An audio guide in English, Spanish, Italian, and more brings the Abbey’s history and architecture to life.
- See the Coronation Chair, Britain’s oldest piece of furniture still in use. Every monarch since 1308 has been crowned on this historic seat.
- Newton’s laws, Dickens’ tales, Chaucer’s verses—now in stone. Their final resting place, along with 3,000 others, is in Poets’ Corner and the Abbey’s tombs.
- Upgrade your visit with skip-the-line tickets, and a guided tour of the Abbey, and a Westminster walking tour featuring Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.
Get entry tickets to Westminster Abbey—where British monarchs are crowned and buried.
- Explore Westminster Abbey, the most famous church In the UK, with these entry tickets and stroll through the setting for every royal coronation since 1066.
- History sounds better in your language! An audio guide in English, Spanish, Italian, and more brings the Abbey’s history and architecture to life.
- See the Coronation Chair, Britain’s oldest piece of furniture still in use. Every monarch since 1308 has been crowned on this historic seat.
- Newton’s laws, Dickens’ tales, Chaucer’s verses—now in stone. Their final resting place, along with 3,000 others, is in Poets’ Corner and the Abbey’s tombs.
- Upgrade your visit with skip-the-line tickets, and a guided tour of the Abbey, and a Westminster walking tour featuring Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.
Inclusions
- Entry tickets to Westminster Abbey
- Audio guide in Russian, Portuguese, Polish, Dutch, Japanese, Italian, Hungarian, Arabic, French, German, Spanish, and English
Additional Paid Upgrades:
- 4-hour guided tour of Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace
- Skip-the-line tickets and a walking tour of Westminster Abbey
- Small group of max 20 people
- English-speaking expert guide
- Ensure your entry tickets and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.
- Pack earphones for your audio guide experience.
- Alcohol, sharp metallic tools or objects, food & beverages, and drones are not permitted on this experience.
- Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
- Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
- This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- With Braille and a hearing loop system, this experience is accessible for all.
- The venue provides free tickets for disabled individuals.
- For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.
- Available facilities: restroom.
- Safety is a priority, so guests under 17 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over.
- While there is no strictly enforced dress code, please note that the Abbey is a place of worship, and it is better to be dressed modestly
- Select the 9.30am slot to enter anytime between 9.30am-12pm on weekdays and 9am-12pm on Saturdays.
- Select the 12pm slot to enter anytime between 12pm-3pm on weekdays and 12pm-2.30pm on Saturdays.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combos
Combo (Save 5%): Westminster Abbey + Tower of London Tickets
from £64.80
£61.56
5% off
Two UNESCO sites, one ticket—check out crown jewels, royal tombs, and more.
- Skip the extra steps—one ticket unlocks centuries of history! Visit Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London with ease, no double bookings needed.
- Love history? This combo is a goldmine! Visit Westminster Abbey, where kings like Henry V rest, then see Crown Jewels and eerie prisoner graffiti at the Tower!
- Hop from coronations to castles in no time! Just 4.5 km apart, Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London are a quick 15-20 minute ride away.
- Set aside half a day for this tour! Admire the Imperial Jewels at the Tower, then discover the Abbey’s coronation treasures, medieval silverware, and more.
Two UNESCO sites, one ticket—check out crown jewels, royal tombs, and more.
- Skip the extra steps—one ticket unlocks centuries of history! Visit Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London with ease, no double bookings needed.
- Love history? This combo is a goldmine! Visit Westminster Abbey, where kings like Henry V rest, then see Crown Jewels and eerie prisoner graffiti at the Tower!
- Hop from coronations to castles in no time! Just 4.5 km apart, Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London are a quick 15-20 minute ride away.
- Set aside half a day for this tour! Admire the Imperial Jewels at the Tower, then discover the Abbey’s coronation treasures, medieval silverware, and more.
Inclusions
Westminster Abbey
- Entry to Westminster Abbey
- Audio guide in English, Russian, Portuguese, Polish, Dutch, Japanese, Italian, Hungarian, Arabic, French, German, and Spanish
Tower of London
- Entry to the Tower of London
- Access to The Crown Jewels
Entry to:
- The White Tower
- Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula
- Battlements
- Medieval Palace
- Bloody Tower
- Torture at the Tower Exhibition
- Fusiliers Museum
- Royal Mint Exhibition
- Access to the children's activity trails and live historical re-enactments
Westminster Abbey + Tower of London
- Ensure your entry tickets and ID is on hand for a smooth experience.
- Alcohol, sharp metallic tools or objects, food & beverages, and drones are not permitted on this experience.
- Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
- Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
- This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.
Westminster Abbey
- Pack earphones for your audio guide experience.
- With Braille and a hearing loop system, this experience is accessible for all.
- The venue provides free tickets for disabled individuals.
- Available facilities: restroom.
- Safety is a priority, so guests under 17 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over.
- While there is no strictly enforced dress code, please note that the Abbey is a place of worship, and it is better to be dressed modestly
- Select the 9.30am slot to enter anytime between 9.30am-12pm on weekdays and 9am-12pm on Saturdays.
- Select the 12pm slot to enter anytime between 12pm-3pm on weekdays and 12pm-2.30pm on Saturdays.
Tower of London
- Guests with accessible needs are entitled to a free carer ticket with valid documentation.
- Available facilities: restroom and free Wi-Fi.
- Pepper sprays, buggies and pushchairs (in White Tower), selfie sticks, monopods are not permitted on this experience.
- For your convenience, ramps are available at the Raven Shop and New Armouries Cafe.
- For your convenience, a lift is available at the White Tower.
- With Braille guides at the Jewel House and Coins and Kings exhibition, this experience is accessible to all.
- Tactile 2D images of Crown Jewels are also available.
- Expect a wait time of up to 15-30 mins before your experience begins.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Explore Westminster, Big Ben & Buckingham Palace with a guide in a small-group tour setting!
- From royal tombs to palace gates— explore Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace in one smooth walking tour.
- For a history lesson that feels like a page-turner, opt for an English, German, or French-speaking guide at the Abbey—they'll keep it fun and lively!
- Avoid the huge tour groups—this one’s just 20 people, so you can actually interact with your expert guide and get the inside scoop!
- Customize your visit! Choose between Westminster Abbey tickets or a guided tour, then add a stop at Buckingham Palace or watch the Changing of the Guard.
Explore Westminster, Big Ben & Buckingham Palace with a guide in a small-group tour setting!
- From royal tombs to palace gates— explore Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace in one smooth walking tour.
- For a history lesson that feels like a page-turner, opt for an English, German, or French-speaking guide at the Abbey—they'll keep it fun and lively!
- Avoid the huge tour groups—this one’s just 20 people, so you can actually interact with your expert guide and get the inside scoop!
- Customize your visit! Choose between Westminster Abbey tickets or a guided tour, then add a stop at Buckingham Palace or watch the Changing of the Guard.
Inclusions
- Entry tickets to Westminster Abbey
- Small group of max 15-20 people
- Walking tour of the city of Westminster, including Big Ben
Paid Additional Upgrades:
- Skip-the-line entry to Westminster Abbey Guided tour of Westminster Abbey
- Visit to Changing of the Guards ceremony
- Visit Big Ben
- Licensed English, German, or French-speaking guide
Exclusions
- Entry to Buckingham Palace
- Entry to Big Ben
Stop 1: Westminster Abbey
Stop 2: Palace of Westminster and Big Ben (entry not included)
Stop 3: Buckingham Palace (entry not included)
- Ensure your entry tickets and ID is on hand for a smooth experience.
- Pack earphones for your audio guide experience.
- Alcohol, sharp metallic tools or objects, food & beverages, and drones are not permitted on this experience.
- Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
- Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
- This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- With Braille and a hearing loop system, this experience is accessible for all.
- The venue provides free tickets for disabled individuals.
- For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.
- Available facilities: restroom.
- Safety is a priority, so guests under 17 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over.
- While there is no strictly enforced dress code, please note that the Abbey is a place of worship, and it is better to be dressed modestly
- Select the 9.30am slot to enter anytime between 9.30am-12pm on weekdays and 9am-12pm on Saturdays.
- Select the 12pm slot to enter anytime between 12pm-3pm on weekdays and 12pm-2.30pm on Saturdays.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combos
Combo (Save 5%): Westminster Abbey + St. Paul's Cathedral Entry Tickets
from £56
£53.20
5% off
Wander through Westminster Abbey’s royal tombs and St. Paul’s memorials with audio guides.
- Get access to Westminster Abbey, a UNESCO site, and St. Paul’s Cathedral, boasting Europe’s biggest crypt—two religious landmarks in one great ticket!
- Perfect for architecture lovers and spiritual seekers! Admire Westminster Abbey’s Gothic beauty and St. Paul’s Baroque design, both active places of worship.
- No need to rush! St. Paul’s and Westminster Abbey are just 20 minutes apart, so you can comfortably hit both in one day.
- Westminster Abbey’s royal tombs and Coronation Chair, plus St. Paul’s epic dome climb, easily fills up a few hours, so plan for a solid half-day adventure.
Wander through Westminster Abbey’s royal tombs and St. Paul’s memorials with audio guides.
- Get access to Westminster Abbey, a UNESCO site, and St. Paul’s Cathedral, boasting Europe’s biggest crypt—two religious landmarks in one great ticket!
- Perfect for architecture lovers and spiritual seekers! Admire Westminster Abbey’s Gothic beauty and St. Paul’s Baroque design, both active places of worship.
- No need to rush! St. Paul’s and Westminster Abbey are just 20 minutes apart, so you can comfortably hit both in one day.
- Westminster Abbey’s royal tombs and Coronation Chair, plus St. Paul’s epic dome climb, easily fills up a few hours, so plan for a solid half-day adventure.
Inclusions
Westminster Abbey
- Westminster Abbey entry tickets
- Audio guide in Russian, Portuguese, Polish, Dutch, Japanese, Italian, Hungarian, Arabic, French, German, Spanish, and English
St. Paul's Cathedral
- Access to all 5 levels of St. Paul’s Cathedral (cathedral floor, crypt, Whispering, Stone and Golden Galleries)
- Multimedia guide
- Audio guide in English
Westminster Abbey + St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Ensure your entry tickets and ID is on hand for a smooth experience.
- Pack earphones for your audio guide experience.
- Alcohol, sharp metallic tools or objects, food & beverages, and drones are not permitted on this experience.
- Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
- Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
- This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- The venue provides free tickets for disabled individuals.
- For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.
- While there is no strictly enforced dress code, please note that both the Abbey and Cathedral is a place of worship, and it is better to be dressed modestly.
Westminster Abbey
- Large bags, suitcases, backpacks, rucksacks, illegal drugs, weapons, and items that make noise, like whistles, banners, flags, and political slogans, are not allowed in this experience.
- With Braille and a hearing loop system, this experience is accessible to all.
- Available facilities: restroom.
- Safety is a priority, so guests under 17 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over.
- Select the 9.30am slot to enter anytime between 9.30am-12pm on weekdays and 9am-12pm on Saturdays.
- Select the 12pm slot to enter anytime between 12pm-3pm on weekdays and 12pm-2.30pm on Saturdays.
St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Large bags, filming, tripods, monopods, and selfie sticks are not allowed on this experience.
- Children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult aged 18 or over when accessing the Dome Galleries.
- Available facilities: restroom and free Wi-Fi.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Enjoy a guided tour of Westminster Abbey with skip-the-line tickets, and get a chance to see the Changing of the Guards ceremony at Buckingham Palace.
- Admire the Gothic beauty of this UNESCO site which is also the venue of coronations, while an expert English-speaking guide regales you with amazing stories.
- Be awed by the spectacular Changing of the Guard ceremony, an affair of precision and pageantry by the King's foot guards in their vibrant red uniforms.
- Pay your respect to the 30 monarchs and 3000+ famous men and women buried here, including Charles Darwin and Sir Isaac Newton.
- Enjoy a guided tour of Westminster Abbey with skip-the-line tickets, and get a chance to see the Changing of the Guards ceremony at Buckingham Palace.
- Admire the Gothic beauty of this UNESCO site which is also the venue of coronations, while an expert English-speaking guide regales you with amazing stories.
- Be awed by the spectacular Changing of the Guard ceremony, an affair of precision and pageantry by the King's foot guards in their vibrant red uniforms.
- Pay your respect to the 30 monarchs and 3000+ famous men and women buried here, including Charles Darwin and Sir Isaac Newton.
Inclusions
- Small-group guided tour of Westminster Abbey
- Skip-the-line entry tickets
- Licensed English-speaking guide
- Changing of the Guards ceremony at Buckingham Palace
- Tip: Don't miss the stunning Cosmati Pavement in front of the High Altar, a masterpiece of medieval craftsmanship made from precious stones and marble.
- Keep in mind large suitcases and bulky items are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- Safety is a priority so guests under 17 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over.
- While there is no strictly enforced dress code, please note that the Abbey is a place of worship, and it is better to dress modestly.
- Cancellation due to bad weather is not announced before the morning of the ceremony. On such occasions, see a ‘wet change’ during which the guards march without the usual music or parade.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Hear royal secrets and coronation stories from a Westminster Abbey expert guide.
- Jump straight to the good stuff! Skip the line and explore Westminster Abbey’s Coronation Chair, legendary tombs, and epic Gothic architectural details!
- Don’t just walk through—let an expert guide reveal Westminster Abbey’s coronations, royal tombs, and hidden stories you might miss on your own.
- Ever seen a 700-year-old chair? The Coronation Chair has crowned kings and queens since 1308, and you get to see it up close!
- Upgrade and enjoy refreshments at the Cellarium, or go on a guided walking tour to the Big Ben, along with Buckingham Palace or the Houses of Parliament.
Hear royal secrets and coronation stories from a Westminster Abbey expert guide.
- Jump straight to the good stuff! Skip the line and explore Westminster Abbey’s Coronation Chair, legendary tombs, and epic Gothic architectural details!
- Don’t just walk through—let an expert guide reveal Westminster Abbey’s coronations, royal tombs, and hidden stories you might miss on your own.
- Ever seen a 700-year-old chair? The Coronation Chair has crowned kings and queens since 1308, and you get to see it up close!
- Upgrade and enjoy refreshments at the Cellarium, or go on a guided walking tour to the Big Ben, along with Buckingham Palace or the Houses of Parliament.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line entry to Westminster Abbey
- English-speaking history guide
Paid Additional Upgrades:
- 4-hour guided walking tour of Westminster
- Visit Big Ben and Buckingham Palace or the Houses of Parliament
- Entry to Houses of Parliament
- Audio guide at the Houses of Parliament
- Coffee and pastries at Cellarium
- Small group of max 20 people
- Ensure your entry tickets and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.
- Alcohol, sharp metallic tools or objects, food & beverages, and drones are not permitted on this experience.
- Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
- Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
- This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- With Braille and a hearing loop system, this experience is accessible to all.
- The venue provides free tickets for disabled individuals.
- For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.
- Available facilities: restroom.
- Safety is a priority, so guests under 17 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over.
- While there is no strictly enforced dress code, please note that the Abbey is a place of worship, and it is better to be dressed modestly
- Select the 9.30am slot to enter anytime between 9.30am-12pm on weekdays and 9am-12pm on Saturdays.
- Select the 12pm slot to enter anytime between 12pm-3pm on weekdays and 12pm-2.30pm on Saturdays.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Combos
Combo (Save 10%): Westminster Abbey + London Eye Tickets
from £66.67
£60
10% off
Tour Westminster Abbey’s historic halls, then ride the London Eye for 30-mins.
- Why choose one when you can have both? Westminster Abbey and the London Eye—two must-see sights for 10% less. Big history, big views, and even bigger savings!
- Ideal for families! Little ones under 5 get free entry to Westminster Abbey, and the London Eye’s stunning skyline views make this a fun day for all ages.
- Less commuting, more sightseeing! Westminster Abbey and the London Eye are just 0.9 km apart, making it easy to tick off two must-see landmarks in one trip.
- London in half a day! Explore Westminster Abbey’s royal tombs, Poets’ Corner, and more in 3-4 hours, then enjoy a 30-min ride on the London Eye.
Tour Westminster Abbey’s historic halls, then ride the London Eye for 30-mins.
- Why choose one when you can have both? Westminster Abbey and the London Eye—two must-see sights for 10% less. Big history, big views, and even bigger savings!
- Ideal for families! Little ones under 5 get free entry to Westminster Abbey, and the London Eye’s stunning skyline views make this a fun day for all ages.
- Less commuting, more sightseeing! Westminster Abbey and the London Eye are just 0.9 km apart, making it easy to tick off two must-see landmarks in one trip.
- London in half a day! Explore Westminster Abbey’s royal tombs, Poets’ Corner, and more in 3-4 hours, then enjoy a 30-min ride on the London Eye.
Inclusions
Westminster Abbey
- Entry to Westminster Abbey
- Audio guide in English, Russian, Portuguese, Polish, Dutch, Japanese, Italian, Hungarian, Arabic, French, German, and Spanish
London Eye
- Entry to the London Eye
- 30-min ride on the London Eye
- London Eye guide (free download on iOS)
Westminster Abbey + London Eye
- Ensure your entry tickets and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.
- Alcohol, sharp metallic tools or objects, food & beverages, and drones are not permitted on this experience.
- Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
- For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.
Westminster Abbey
- Pack earphones for your audio guide experience.
- Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
- This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- With Braille and a hearing loop system, this experience is accessible for all.
- The venue provides free tickets for disabled individuals.
- Available facilities: restroom.
- Safety is a priority, so guests under 17 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over.
- While there is no strictly enforced dress code, please note that the Abbey is a place of worship, and it is better to be dressed modestly
- Select the 9.30am slot to enter anytime between 9.30am-12pm on weekdays and 9am-12pm on Saturdays.
- Select the 12pm slot to enter anytime between 12pm-3pm on weekdays and 12pm-2.30pm on Saturdays.
London Eye
- Children under the age of 15 years must be accompanied by adults.
- Children under the age of 2 years can go for free but require a ticket to enter.
- Guests with accessible needs are entitled to a free carer ticket with valid documentation.
- This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
- For your convenience, ramps are available throughout the venue.
- With Braille guides, this experience is accessible to all.
- For guests with disabilities, please contact the venue to avail specific accommodations.
- Available facilities: restroom, cloakroom, and free Wi-Fi.
- Expect a wait time of up to 30 mins before your experience begins.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Unlock up to 50% savings on admission tickets with the London Explorer Pass which covers top attractions and hop-on hop-off passes with maximum savings.
- With one ticket, save more to go on an amazing London adventure to landmarks such as the London Eye, The Tower of London, Up At The O2, and Tower Bridge.
- Explore the best of London including Kew Gardens, London Aquarium, Westminster Abbey, The London Dungeon, and other popular attractions.
- Enjoy the flexibility and convenience of picking from different passes offering entry to attractions in London, based on your interests and our recommendations.
- Choose from 2/3/4/5/6/7 attractions, valid from first use, and make the most of your trip to and around London, seeing its iconic landmarks.
- Unlock up to 50% savings on admission tickets with the London Explorer Pass which covers top attractions and hop-on hop-off passes with maximum savings.
- With one ticket, save more to go on an amazing London adventure to landmarks such as the London Eye, The Tower of London, Up At The O2, and Tower Bridge.
- Explore the best of London including Kew Gardens, London Aquarium, Westminster Abbey, The London Dungeon, and other popular attractions.
- Enjoy the flexibility and convenience of picking from different passes offering entry to attractions in London, based on your interests and our recommendations.
- Choose from 2/3/4/5/6/7 attractions, valid from first use, and make the most of your trip to and around London, seeing its iconic landmarks.
Inclusions
- Access to 2/3/4/5/6/7 attractions
- Museums: London Transport Museum, Charles Dickens Museum, The Guards Museum & more
- Zoos: London Zoo & SEA LIFE London Aquarium
- Landmarks: London Eye, The Tower of London, Westminster Abbey & more
- Bus tours and cruises: 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour, Jason’s Canal Boat Trip, City Cruises Thames River Pass & more
- Guided tours: Changing of the Guard Walking Tour, London Stadium Tour, Royal Albert Hall Tour & more
- Activities: London Bridge Experience, Ice-skating at QUEENS, Solve A Mystery: the Murder at Buckingham Palace & more
- Digital guidebook, map, and attraction information via Go City app
- Get complete details here
Exclusions
- Airport transfers
- Public transport
- Some attractions require bookings. Look out for the 'reservations required' stamp in the app when browsing attractions and click on the attraction to find all the info.
- You can visit each attraction only once daily.
- The app is available in English, French, German, and Spanish.
- Children under 5 get the pass for free.
- First, download the Go City App. Follow the instructions on your order confirmation to sync your pass with the Go City app.
- Once you visit your first attraction, your pass will be activated! Are you feeling old school? You can also print your pass at home using the link in your confirmation email. You can also show this version of your pass on your phone.
- The Go City app has many handy features to help you plan your itinerary, check attraction opening times, and reserve (where required).
Validity
- Before activation: 2 years from date of purchase
- After activation: 60 days from first use
- Free cancellation anytime before the start of your experience
- These tickets are valid for 24 months from the date of purchase.
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Why visit Westminster Abbey
- See a royal church for coronations: Westminster Abbey is a landmark destination in Westminster, in London, and one of the United Kingdom's most notable religious buildings. The Abbey has been the coronation church since 1066. It is also the final resting place of 17 monarchs. The church you see today was actually built by Henry III in 1245.
- Visit this site of royal artifacts: Westminster Abbey is a treasure house of artifacts where you will get a chance to view the Coronation Chair, the Lady Chapel, the Royal Tombs, and the Chapter House.
- See unique architecture and a royal burial ground: Explore the exquisite Henry VII Lady Chapel which stands at the far eastern end of Westminster Abbey, the burial place of over 15 kings and queens including King Henry VII, Queen Mary Stuart, and King James I.
Which Westminster Abbey ticket is best for you
If you are on a budget
Go for: Entry tickets
Duration: 3-4 hours
Guide: Optional
- These tickets will give you access to Westminster Abbey, a 1000-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Learn about its history and check out highlights like the Poets’ Corner, the Coronation Chair, and the Royal Tombs.
- Your tickets also include an audio guide in Russian, Portuguese, Polish, Dutch, Japanese, Italian, Hungarian, Arabic, French, German, Spanish, and English.
- Upgrade this to a guided tour of Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace.
Recommended ticket:
- Westminster Abbey Entry Tickets
If you want an in-depth tour
Go for: Guided tours
Duration: Flexible
Guide: Yes
- Go on a small-group tour of Westminster Abbey with skip-the-line entry and an English-speaking guide, allowing you to avoid crowds, get personalized insights from an expert guide, and see key highlights in a limited time.
- Upgrade to see the Changing of the Guards at Buckingham Palace or book a guided walking tour of Westminster, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace.
Recommended tickets:
- Guided Tour of Westminster Abbey
- Westminster Abbey Guided Tour with Changing of the Guard
- Westminster Abbey, Big Ben & Buckingham Palace Tour
If you want to explore beyond
Go for: Combo tours
Duration: Flexible
Guide: Depending on experience
- Choose a combo tour and pair your visit to Westminster Abbey with a trip to the Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral, or the London Eye.
- Combo tickets are perfect for those looking to make the most of their day by combining two to three attractions in a day, at a 5% to 10% discount.
Recommended tickets:
Westminster Abbey highlights
Poet's Corner
More than 100 poets and writers, including Shakespeare, Dickens, and the Bronte sisters, are buried or have memorials here. The first poet to be buried here was Geoffrey Chaucer, author of The Canterbury Tales, in 1400. This area is located in the eastern aisle of the south transept.
About the Poet's Corner
Coronation Chair
The Coronation Chair in St George’s Chapel has remained the centerpiece of coronations for over 700 years with 38 ceremonies for reigning monarchs. The back of the chair has graffiti as a result of Westminster schoolboys and visitors carving their names in the 18th and 19th centuries.
About Westminster Abbey coronations
Royal tombs
Westminster Abbey is the final resting place of 30 monarchs. King Edward the Confessor and Henry III are buried next to each other. In the Confessor’s chapel, you will find the tombs of Edward I, Richard II, and Anne of Bohemia. George II was the last monarch to be buried in the Abbey.
About the tombs
Henry VII Lady Chapel
The Lady Chapel is an example of late medieval architecture with a fan-vaulted ceiling and 95 statues of saints on the walls. It is the burial place of 15 monarchs including Elizabeth I, Mary I, and Mary, Queen of Scots. The chapel has been used to install the Knights of the Order of the Bath since 1725.
About the Lady Chapel
Choir
Established almost 600 years ago, the abbey choir sings every day. There are two organs, the Harrison & Harrison organ and the Queen’s organ. The abbey also hosts other musical events all year long, including choral concerts, weekly organ recitals, and the Summer Organ Festival.
More about the choir
Chapter House
The Chapter House in the East Cloister was where monks gathered with the abbot to ‘hold chapter’: to pray, read from the rule of St Benedict, and discuss the day’s business. Construction began in 1246 and was completed in 1255. It is shaped like an octagon with seating for 80 monks.
St Margaret’s Church
Known as the "parish church of the House of Commons," it served as a place of worship for over 500 years. Founded in the 12th century, the building dates to the late 15th century with Gothic and Tudor architecture and has seen many events, including Sir Winston Churchill’s wedding.
Library & research
The library has almost 14,000 books printed before 1801, including modern books and pamphlets on the history of Westminster Abbey, St Margaret’s Church, and British coronations. It also has a rich muniment collection, record series, and catalogs of the abbey’s collections.
About the library & research
Diamond Jubilee Galleries
Opened in 2018 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's reign, these galleries were previously inaccessible to the public. See artifacts and historical documents of royal ceremonies, like the Liber Regalis, a 14th-century book used for royal coronation ceremonies.
Plan your visit to Westminster Abbey
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- Monday - Friday: 9:30am - 3:30pm
- Saturday: 9am - 3pm
- Sunday: Closed
Closures: Dec 6 and Dec 24-25
As Westminster Abbey is a working church, the opening times are subject to change. However, you can select the desired date and time while you're booking your online tickets.
Duration: Most visitors spend around 90 minutes to two hours exploring the Abbey. If you're taking a guided tour or plan to visit Poets’ Corner and other notable sections, allow at least two hours.
Detailed Westminster Abbey timingsAddress: 20 Deans Yard, London SW1P 3PA, United Kingdom
Find on Maps
- By tube: Jubilee, Circle, Elizabeth, Bakerloo, and District lines
Nearest stations: St. James's Park and Westminster (both a five-minute walk away) - By train: Chiltern Railways and South Western Railway
Nearest stations: Waterloo (16-minute walk away) and Victoria (18-minute walk away) - By bus: Routes 11, 24, 88, 148, 211, 381
Nearest stops: Westminster Abbey or Parliament Square (both one-minute walk away)
- Locker: Large luggage items and backpacks are not allowed inside the abbey. There is no locker or luggage storage facility available at the abbey, but you can leave your luggage at Excess Baggage Company at Charing Cross or Victoria stations, both at walking distance from the abbey.
- Toilets: There are toilets located in the Cloisters, including the wheelchair-accessible ones.
- Baby changing facilities: Baby changing facilities are also available at the Cloisters. They may be located quite far away from certain parts of the abbey, so ask a staff member of the abbey for the fastest route.
- Audio guides: A complimentary audio guide is provided with your Westminster Abbey in English, Russian, Portuguese, Polish, Dutch, Japanese, Italian, Hungarian, Arabic, French, German, and Spanish.
- Wheelchair accessibility: The abbey is mostly wheelchair accessible, except for some areas that are inaccessible to wheelchairs and visitors with reduced mobility. If you’re visiting in a wheelchair, you can enter the abbey through the North Door where there is a ramp available.
- Wheelchairs on loan: Wheelchairs are also available for use at the abbey. You can ask for one to an Abbey Marshal upon your arrival.
- Audio guides: There is an audio-described tour available at the abbey for those with reduced visibility. There is a hearing loop system available in the entire abbey and is used during services as well.
- Signed tour: There is also a British Sign Language guided tour available at the abbey for those with reduced hearing capabilities. There are also printed transcripts of the tour available in 14 different languages.
- Assistance dogs allowed: Guide dogs, hearing dogs and other assistance dogs are welcome into the abbey. No other animals are allowed inside.
- Modest dress code: While there is no specific dress code to be followed when visiting the abbey, you should show respect and dress modestly. Cover your shoulders and avoid low-cut clothes. Short skirts, shorts, and flip-flops are not permitted.
- Hats: Visitors will be expected to remove their hats whenever they are inside the abbey.
- Footwear: It is recommended that you wear comfortable footwear and avoid heels when visiting the abbey as many of the steps and floor are uneven.
- Layering: It may be quite cold in the abbey in the winter months (Nov-Jan). Remember to dress warmly in layers to beat the cold.
- Code of conduct: Westminster Abbey is a landmark church of great religious significance so remember to conduct yourself accordingly while visiting it. You cannot touch the statues at the Abbey.
- Tombs: Do not walk over the burial sites, especially over the tomb of the unknown warrior, or touch the tombs. You can't visit the tomb of St. Edward the Confessor, and the memorials to John and Charles Wesley are cordoned off.
- Proof of identity: Make sure to carry a valid ID proof as well. Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times throughout the premises.
- Food and drink: Visitors are not permitted to bring food or drinks into the Abbey, except in designated areas.
- Photography: Personal photography is permitted in the church and the cloisters. However, make sure to use no flash. Photography is not allowed during services. Video recording, extra lighting, selfie sticks, and tripods are not permitted.
- Animals: Pets are not allowed inside the Westminster Abbey. However, guide dogs are allowed on the premises.
- Bags: Bags larger than 40x30x25 cm are not allowed.
- Check opening times: The abbey may be closed for special services, so check the schedule beforehand.
- Best time to visit: Arrive early, before 11am, especially on weekdays, to avoid crowds. Mornings and late afternoons, after 3pm, tend to be quieter.
- Learn more with an audio guide: Take advantage of the free audio guide for a self-guided tour with insights into the abbey’s history and architecture. If you need any help during your visit, you can approach the Abbey staff.
- What not to miss: Don’t miss the peaceful cloisters and the Chapter House, which offer a quiet break from the main areas. The Henry VII Lady Chapel, especially its stained glass windows, the Poets’ Corner, and the Coronation chair are other must-sees.
- Attend a service: Attend the daily Evensong service for a unique spiritual and musical experience, often free of charge.
At Westminster Abbey
- Cellarium: The Cellarium Café and Terrace at Westminster Abbey offers a breakfast and lunch menu as well as drinks, snacks, and afternoon tea.
- Kiosk: The kiosk at Westminster Abbey serves light snacks and drinks, including sandwiches, waffles, hot dogs, cakes, muffins, and coffee.
Nearby
- The Pem: Indulge in a unique variation of British cuisine at The Pem. Try the lion’s mane mushrooms, poached Cornish cod, and roast sirloin.
- The Bay and Bracket Victoria: Feel the authentic pub experience at The Bay and Bracket as you feast on the triple threat burger, avo and pesto salad, or the pizzanova dough ball.
- The Quilon: Try southwest coastal Indian dishes like seafood moilee, Malabar lamb biryani, Mangalorean chicken, or crispy okra, paired with the Qojito.
There are two shops available at Westminster Abbey. You can buy Westminster Abbey-inspired products and gifts including tea, tapestries, Christmas cards, and other spiritual gifts at the Westminster Abbey shop.
Main shop address: Westminster Abbey Shop, Broad Sanctuary, London SW1P 3JS, United Kingdom
Cellarium Shop address: Cellarium Shop, Dean's Yard, London, SW1P 3PA, United Kingdom
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Some popular stay options near Westminster Abbey are:
- Budget hotels: St Christopher's Inn London Bridge: The Inn (from £30 | 2 miles), The Walrus Bar & Hostel (from £36 | 0.8 miles), Astor Victoria Hostel (from £41 | 1.1 miles)
- Mid-range hotels: The Z Hotel Victoria (from £63 | 1.1 miles), hub by Premier Inn London Westminster (from £78 | 0.2 miles), The Queens Park Hotel (from £74 | 3.3 miles)
- Luxury hotels: The Wellington by Blue Orchid Hotels (from £109 | 0.6 miles), The Westminster London, Curio Collection by Hilton (from £154 | 0.5 miles), Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London (from £154 | 0.5 miles)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Westminster Abbey tickets
Can you attend a service at Westminster Abbey?
Yes, visitors are allowed to attend services at Westminster Abbey. However, sightseeing is not allowed during service times.
Do Westminster Abbey tickets include access to the tomb of Queen Elizabeth I?
Yes, general admission tickets include access to the tombs of historical figures, including Queen Elizabeth I, Mary Queen of Scots, and many other monarchs and significant British figures.
Can I visit Westminster Abbey multiple times with the same ticket?
No, tickets are valid for one-time entry only. If you leave, you will not be able to re-enter without purchasing a new ticket.
How much time should I plan for my visit?
Plan to spend at least 1.5 to 2 hours exploring Westminster Abbey. This allows you to visit the Nave, the Choir, and the Lady Chapel, admire the Gothic architecture and stained glass windows, and learn about the tombs and memorials of famous figures. If you want a more in-depth experience, consider joining a guided tour or spending additional time exploring specific areas of interest, such as the Poets' Corner or the Chapter House.
What is the best time to visit Westminster Abbey?
The best time to visit Westminster Abbey is early on a weekday morning. This is when the Abbey is typically less crowded, allowing you to explore at your own pace. While Westminster Abbey is beautiful year-round, consider visiting outside of peak tourist seasons (summer and holidays) for a more peaceful experience. Check for special events and services. The Abbey often hosts special events and services, such as Choral Evensong, which can enhance your visit.
Is Westminster Abbey family-friendly?
Yes, Westminster Abbey is suitable for families. Children under 5 can enter for free, and there are interactive elements in the audio tour to keep younger visitors engaged.
Are combo tickets worth it?
Yes, combo tickets can be of great value, especially if you're planning to visit other London attractions. These tickets often include popular destinations like the Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral, or the London Eye. By purchasing a combo ticket, you can often save money compared to buying individual tickets.
