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Guided tour of Westminster Abbey
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London, United Kingdom

Guided tour of Westminster Abbey

4.3(3) 2h Free cancellation
✓ Free cancellation — cancel up to 1 day before it starts for a full refund.

Overview

Book this guided tour of Westminster Abbey and learn all the secrets of the Abbey from a professional guide, marvel and discover the corners of this famous landmark.

Highlights

  • Visit the beautiful Westminster Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1987
  • Learn all the secrets of the Abbey from a professional guide
  • Discover the corners of this famous building

Don't miss out on visiting the Westminster Abbey, one of London's famous landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1987. Marvel at the architectural designs, learn all the secrets of the Abbey from a professional expert guide and discover the corners of this famous building.

Its construction dates back to 1045 when King Edward the Confessor ordered its construction. What you'll see today, dates from 1245 to 1517 when the original Romanesque style was replaced by the Gothic, after the remodeling was ordered by Henry III.

Begin your visit by meeting your expert guide at the Westminster Abbey entrance. Your guide will take you through the corners of this famous building, a traditional site for the wreaths and burials of the English monarchs and, later, the British monarchs.

Since the coronation of William the Conqueror in 1066, all English monarchs have been crowned at the Abbey, with the exception of Joan I and Edward V.

You will see the numerous tombs of various members of the royal family, aristocrats and illustrious personalities such as scientists and poets, including the tombs of Charles Dickens, Geoffrey Chaucer and Rudyard Kipling.

In recent years, the Abbey has hosted Princess Diana’s funeral and Prince William and Kate Middleton’s wedding. Many historical events have taken place at the Abbey so don't miss the chance to revisit them.

What's included

  • Entrance to Westminster Abbey
  • Professional guide
  • Optional tips

Meeting & pickup

Please meet your guide outside the Westminster Abbey shop. Please note that Amigo Tour's guide will be waiting outside the Abbey Shop. Please do not enter the shop, the staff there can not provide the tickets.

Additional info

Accessibility:

  • Some areas not accessible for wheelchair users or guests with reduced mobility
  • Hearing loop system available
  • Assistance dogs welcome

Not allowed:

  • Large items (suitcases, large backpacks)
  • Wheeled bags
  • Flash photography, tripods
  • Photography during services
  • Hats inside Abbey

Know in advance:

  • Infants travel free but require ticket (select at checkout)
  • Arrive 10 minutes before start time
  • Security checks and bag searches conducted at entry
  • Dress code applies (place of worship)
  • Photography permitted in most areas
  • No storage facilities available
  • Guests under 18 must be accompanied by adult

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts for a full refund.

Questions

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