Guided tour inside Westminster Abbey and outside the Houses of Parliament
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of the experience.
Description
Book your tickets now to discover interesting information relating to the role and function of MPs, Lords and key officers across parliament. Don't miss the chance on touring the Westminster Abbey alongside your professional guide. You will also discover how and why the Elizabeth Tower, the Great Clock and the Great Bell and Big Ben, were built.
Join your expert guide at the entrance of Westminster Abbey for a guided tour of the building, then moving onto the Parliament where you will get a better understanding of the workings of Parliament outside the monument.
The ostentatious exterior of the building offers a picturesque view while the golden spires and statues of kings are reflected in the river. The palace is flanked by the Victoria Tower.
Find out about the history of the Elizabeth Tower; from the first medieval clock tower built in the old Palace of Westminster to the design and construction of the present Elizabeth Tower. Big Ben has become one of the most famous images of London, and one of the main symbols of the city and the structure of the Palace of Westminster is considered a World Heritage site by UNESCO since 1987.
Highlights
- Discover Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament
- Learn about the history behind the Elizabeth Tower and Big Ben
- Get a better understanding of the workings of Parliament and find out interesting information relating to the role and function of MPs, Lords and key officers across parliament
What's included?
Included
- Entrance to the Westminster Abbey
- Professional guide inside the Westminster
- Panoramic guided tour outside Parliament
- Wheelchair accessible
Not included
- Entrance to the Parliament
- Optional tips
Where
Broad Sanctuary, Westminster, London SW1P 3JS, United Kingdom
Please meet your guide outside the Westminster Abbey shop.
Important information
- Please refer to the calendar for updated starting times and availability
- Infants get free admission but require a ticket, please select your free ticket at check-out
- Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the starting time
- Please dress appropriately, wear sensible shoes and remove hats whilst visiting Westminster Abbey as it is a place of worship
- Personal photography is permitted in the Westminster Abbey church (some areas are forbidden) but please do not use flash photography, tripods or take pictures during services
- Large items, such as suitcases or large backpacks are not allowed inside Westminster Abbey and there are no storage facilities and any bags with wheels are not allowed inside the Abbey as they can damage the floor
- Security checks will take place before entry to the Abbey, your bag will be searched before you go in
- Some areas of the Abbey are inaccessible to wheelchairs and visitors with reduced mobility
- Assistance dogs are welcome in the Westminster Abbey
- The Abbey is equipped with a hearing loop system
- There are no minimum or maximum capacities for this tour
Additional information
- Instant confirmation
- Free cancellation
- Guided Tour
- Subject expert guide
- e-Voucher
- See calendar
