Westminster Abbey Guided Tour, Big Ben, Palace, Guard Change
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
- 10 minute break for water, hot drinks, snacks, with 20% discount when showing your Westminster Abbey Wristband.
- 15% discount food voucher at a restaurant at the end of our tour which supports Official London 'Blue Badge' Tourist Guides - why not try their excellent Fish & Chips or their traditional afternoon tea?
- Approximately 60-minute guided tour inside the Abbey
- Official London 'Blue Badge' Tourist Guide
- T-Guide Accredited Tourist Guide - a specialist qualification for guiding adults and children with learning and intellectual difficulties
- Admission ticket to Westminster Abbey
- Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance - professional standards
- On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, weather permitting, there is the opportunity to watch 3 phases of the Changing of the Guard Military Parade, including the Horse Guards
- Opportunity to see Big Ben and Buckingham Palace from the exterior, according to the itinerary
- Westminster Abbey, covering the most important parts of the Abbey
- Entry to Buckingham Palace or its State Rooms
- Entry to The Palace of Westminster aka The Houses of Parliament
- Entry to The Tower of London, which is not in this area of the city and should not be confused with The Palace of Westminster
- Entry to the Elizabeth Tower or access to the Big Ben bell
- Food and drinks
- Guide tips
- No Guard Change Military Parade on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays or in the afternoons
- Personal expenses
- 10 minute break for water, hot drinks, snacks, with 20% discount when showing your Westminster Abbey Wristband.
- 15% discount food voucher at a restaurant at the end of our tour which supports Official London 'Blue Badge' Tourist Guides - why not try their excellent Fish & Chips or their traditional afternoon tea?
- Approximately 60-minute guided tour inside the Abbey
- Official London 'Blue Badge' Tourist Guide
- T-Guide Accredited Tourist Guide - a specialist qualification for guiding adults and children with learning and intellectual difficulties
- Admission ticket to Westminster Abbey
- Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance - professional standards
- On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, weather permitting, there is the opportunity to watch 3 phases of the Changing of the Guard Military Parade, including the Horse Guards
- Opportunity to see Big Ben and Buckingham Palace from the exterior, according to the itinerary
- Westminster Abbey, covering the most important parts of the Abbey
- Entry to Buckingham Palace or its State Rooms
- Entry to The Palace of Westminster aka The Houses of Parliament
- Entry to The Tower of London, which is not in this area of the city and should not be confused with The Palace of Westminster
- Entry to the Elizabeth Tower or access to the Big Ben bell
- Food and drinks
- Guide tips
- No Guard Change Military Parade on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays or in the afternoons
- Personal expenses
Changing of the Guard Military Parade, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben & a fully guided tour inside Westminster Abbey with an Official Westminster Abbey Accredited Tourist Guide.
On Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings, see 3 phases of the military parade, subject to the scheduled ceremony, weather and operational arrangements. The military parade is not guaranteed and may be changed or cancelled at short notice.
Please note when booking - There is no Changing of the Guard in the afternoons nor on tours operating on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
All other parts of the Westminster sightseeing experience remain subject to the published itinerary.
Price structure, tour fee, minus 30% for GYG, £32 entrance fee for Westminster Abbey and £14.90 per person goes towards your fully guided tour with an Official 'Blue Badge' Tourist Guide.
Discover the City of Westminster with an Institute of Tourist Guiding 'Blue Badge' Tourist Guide, one of the only tourist guides authorised to lead guided tours inside Westminster Abbey. This experience has been created by the guides themselves, combining professional expertise, first-hand experience and a deep knowledge of London's royal history.
Walking tour difficulty: 3 out of 5
When you book this tour through GetYourGuide, you are supporting the qualified guides who create and deliver your experience. You are not supporting a third-party agency.
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Discover Westminster's Royal History
Westminster Abbey — Guided Interior Visit
Step inside one of Britain's most celebrated historic buildings and discover the stories behind royal coronations, the monarchy, remarkable architecture and the people who shaped British history.
Meet some of history's greatest minds and most remarkable figures at their memorials and resting places, including Sir Isaac Newton, Stephen Hawking, Charles Darwin, Queen Elizabeth I and Charles Dickens.
Photography is permitted inside Westminster Abbey.
Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament — Exterior Views
Admire London's iconic parliamentary landmarks and discover their history, architecture and significance in British democracy. These are exterior views; entry to the Elizabeth Tower is not included.
Buckingham Palace — Exterior Views
See the famous royal residence and learn about its role in the monarchy and Britain's royal traditions. Entry to the palace is not included as the palace is closed to public access.
Changing of the Guard - Military Parade Only*
At the end of our tour, receive a 15% discount voucher at a restaurant that proudly supports Official London 'Blue Badge' Tourist Guides. Why not try a traditional Fish & Chips or a Classic Afternoon Tea?
Please note, there are no obligations to complete the whole tour. Most visitors just want a tour of Westminster Abbey, everything else included in the tour is a bonus.
- Discover the abbey's Gothic architecture and royal history
- Explore Westminster Abbey's interior with an Official London 'Blue Badge' Guide
- Explore and learn about the hidden gems of the City of Westminster
- See Big Ben and Buckingham Palace from the outside
- See Changing of the Guard Military Parade on Mon, Wed and Fri , Mornings
The meeting point may vary. Always check the tickets we sent you to confirm the final details before the activity.
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
Not allowed
- Luggage or large bags
Know before you go
- Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are exterior sights only. Entry to the Elizabeth Tower, Buckingham Palace and its State Rooms is not included
- Please arrive punctually at the designated meeting point and follow the meeting instructions on your ticket
- The Changing of the Guard element is available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays only, weather permitting. The ceremony may be cancelled or altered, and viewing the entire parade is not guaranteed
- The tour involves walking and periods of standing, including approximately 60 minutes inside Westminster Abbey
- Westminster Abbey is a historic building, and accessibility may be limited in certain areas. Guests with mobility requirements should check accessibility arrangements before booking
