Priority Access Westminster Abbey Tour

From£85
1 hour
London, United Kingdom

About this activity

Experience Westminster Abbey's rich history with priority access and a guided tour, including the Coronation Chair and Poets' Corner.

Highlights

  • Skip-the-line entry to Westminster Abbey
  • Explore the Coronation Chair
  • Visit the Poets' Corner
  • See the tombs of British monarchs
  • Discover the history of the abbey

Full description

Dive into the rich tapestry of British history with a Priority Access Westminster Abbey Tour. Skip the lines and step into a world where kings and queens have been crowned, and poets immortalized. Your professional guide will lead you through the abbey's storied halls, sharing tales of its 1,000-year legacy. Marvel at the Coronation Chair, the Poets' Corner, and the final resting places of British monarchs. With an audio guide in hand, you're free to explore at your own pace, ensuring you don't miss a single detail of this iconic landmark. Whether you're a history buff or a casual traveler, this tour offers an unforgettable journey through time.

Included / Excluded

  • Priority access to Westminster Abbey
  • Guided tour with a professional guide
  • Audio guide for self-paced exploration
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point

Start Location

Westminster Abbey Shop, Westminster Abbey, Dean's Yard, London, UK

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
  • Audio guides are available in multiple languages; request upon arrival.
  • Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking and standing.
  • Photography is allowed, but flash and tripods are prohibited.
  • Food and drinks are not permitted inside the abbey.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps
  • Infant Seats Available

Good to know

  • Refreshments served before the tour (Approx. 20 - 30 mins) followed by Westminster Abbey tour (up to 90 mins).
  • Gluten-free/Vegan pastries not available at The Cellarium. Plant-based milk is available.

Traveler reviews

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Guided tour is the way to go!

Westminster Abbey is a massive & amazing place to visit. We are so grateful to have had a guided tour because it would have been overwhelming otherwise!

Tiff_POct 4, 2026VIATOR

A great overview of Westminster Abby

Zozo is an amazing tour guide. He was very informative and shared a vast history of the Abby. I would highly recommend him as a guide.

Getaway01901533589Oct 3, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great tour

Excellent tour with Zozo! He was so knowledgeable!

Sightsee791779Oct 3, 2026TRIPADVISOR

A trip to the Abbey

Our guide Zozo was great! He provided a lot of historical knowledge and some hilarious anecdotes. Great to have his background knowledge.

davekE8366BPOct 3, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Outstanding & Engaging

Zozo was exceptional. Very informative, engaging, knowledgeable and entertaining.

seanmS2805SEOct 3, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Refreshments served before the tour (Approx. 20 - 30 mins) followed by Westminster Abbey tour (up to 90 mins). Gluten-free/Vegan pastries not available at The Cellarium. Plant-based milk is available.