Exclusive Houses of Parliament Tour with Guided Visit & Skip-the-Line Westminster Abbey Tour
About this activity
Step into the heart of the British democracy with the only fully guided visit through the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey.
Full description
Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament are two of London’s highlight landmarks, and on this tour, you’ll have special access to both. Skip the line at Westminster Abbey and head inside the soaring church, where your guide will share facts about its royal history. Next, you’ll have the rare opportunity to have a fully guided tour of the interior of the Houses of Parliament, which is frequently off-limits to the public.
Stop At: Parliament Square
Meet your guide and small group of travelers. Here, your guide will introduce themselves before heading to the first stop of the tour.
Admission: Free
Time: 15 minutes
Stop At: Westminster Abbey
Your day begins with skip the line entry into Westminster Abbey, the most serene time to see Britain’s most cherished church. With roots dating back over 1,000 years, this Gothic masterpiece is the traditional coronation site and burial ground of kings and queens, along with national heroes like Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, and William Wilberforce. On your visit, you’ll learn from a local expert guide how the British monarchy helped shape the country’s conversion to democracy, as well as a few interesting tidbits about Winston Churchill, one of the only non-royals to ever lay in state in the Abbey after his death.
Admission: Included
Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Houses of Parliament
Description: Then, discover The Houses of Parliament. Enjoy a fully guided tour of the British Democracy with a qualified, Blue Badge tour guide, instead of following the audio guide. Visit the Chamber of the House of Commons, where Britain’s elected Masters of Parliament meet. Head over to the chamber of the House of Lords, where peers who had inherited their titles from the bluest bloodlines in the nation used to sit. Learn the highlights of the building’s history, including a failed bomb plot in 1605 that the British still celebrate today (ever hear of Guy Fawkes Night?). Walk in the footsteps of Henry VIII and Winston Churchill. History, legend, lore, and a lot of pomp and circumstance mix and mingle as you take in nearly one thousand years of history from one of the best guides in London.
Admission: Included
Time: 2 hours
Itinerary
Meet at Parliament Sq.
Gather and meet your expert guide at Parliament Square.
Skip-the-Line Entry
Enjoy swift entry and free time in Westminster Abbey.
Meeting point
Start Location
Parliament Square, London SW1P 3JX, United Kingdom
Important information
Know before you book
- Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible/mobility friendly. Those with wheelchairs and mobility issues should contact us so we can arrange your visit.
- Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- Walks comply with all local government regulations. You may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. Please refer to London government guidelines for the most up to date information
Know before you go
- This tour is in English.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
- All guests must pass through security.
- Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible/mobility friendly. Those with wheelchairs and mobility issues should contact us so we can arrange your visit.
- Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- Walks comply with all local government regulations. You may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. Please refer to London government guidelines for the most up to date information
Cancellation policy
Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
Reviews
Amazing Tour!!
A highly recommended experience.
The tour was great and having priority on the boat was excellent
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Adult (18+)
Child (6-17)
Infant (0-5)