London: Westminster Abbey Skip-the-line Entry & Guided Tour

London: Westminster Abbey Skip-the-line Entry & Guided Tour

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Uncover the secrets of Westminster Abbey — the royal church and coronation site — on a private or group tour with skip-the-line tickets and a licensed guide. See Big Ben, Westminster Palace, and more.

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Highlights

Visit Westminster Abbey with Skip-the-line Tickets and a 5-Star Expert Guide
Learn about British history, royal heritage, and notable people
Explore St. Margaret’s Church & see amazing Buckingham Palace (4 and 5,5-h pvt)
Round-trip transfer from your accommodation by private car (3,5 and 5,5-h pvt)
Enjoy group tour of Westminster Abbey and the City of Westminster(4H group tour)

Description

Our Westminster Abbey tour offers a chance to visit one of London’s top-rated tourist attractions with a Licensed Guide and Skip-the-Line Tickets. You can choose between an English-language group or private tour in your preferred language with optional add-ons such as private transfers. Come and discover the history and heritage of the royal abbey and the City of Westminster! Book a 2-hour private tour of Westminster Abbey to enjoy an exclusive experience tailored to your needs and interests. Follow your Private Guide on a journey of discovery, exploring the history, royal heritage and architectural wonders of one of the world’s most important Anglican churches. With our skip-the-line tickets you will have priority access to the Abbey, including its stunning Gothic nave, side chapels, the 13th- and 14th-century cloisters, the Poet’s Corner and lovely gardens. You will see the historic King Edward’s Chair, which has been used at every coronation of English and British sovereigns since 1302, and the burial sites of notable people such as William Shakespeare, Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin and Stephen Hawking. In addition, you'll explore the beating heart of the City of Westminster and see top sights such as St. Margaret's Church, the Palace of Westminster and Big Ben. Choose the 3,5-hour option to enjoy a 2-hour private tour of Westminster Abbey with an estimated 1,5-hour round-trip transfer from your accommodation in London. This option includes pickup and drop-off service by private car, so you can travel exclusively with your group of family or friends and escape the crowds and chaos of London’s public transport and overpriced taxis. Book an extended 4-hour private tour of Westminster Abbey to also visit St. Margaret’s Church and see other highlights of the City of Westminster, including the one and only Buckingham Palace. Dive deeper into British history with a passionate Private Guide and visit the ''the last church in London decorated in the Catholic tradition before the Reformation''. Explore the beating heart of London, its iconic landmarks and monuments to famous people like Queen Victoria. This walking tour will end at the gates of Buckingham Palace, where you can see the Royal Guard, and maybe even a member of the British Royal Family! Choose the 5,5-hour option to enjoy a 4-hour private tour of Westminster Abbey, St. Margaret’s Church and the City of Westminster with an estimated 1,5-hour round-trip transfer from your accommodation in London. Enjoy an exclusive, hassle-free experience with pickup and drop-off service by private car. We also offer a group tour of this top tourist attraction. Book a 4-hour group tour to visit Westminster Abbey with skip-the-line tickets and see the Big Ben, Palace of Westminster, Buckingham Palace, and other highlights the City of Westminster with a licensed Blue Badge Guide! Our group tours are conducted in English only and are limited to 20 participants, so you won't feel lost in the crowd.

Includes

Guided tour of Westminster Abbey and City of Westminster (private or group tour, attractions depend on the selected option) Licensed guide Skip-the-line entry to Westminster Abbey Private tour of Westminster Abbey (2-, 3.5-, 4- and 5.5-hour private tours only) Group tour of Westminster Abbey (4-hour group tour only) Free admission to St Margaret’s Church (4- and 5.5-hour private tours only) Round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off by private car (3.5- and 5.5-hour private tours only)

Important Information

Please check your email the day before the tour. We offer a private or group tour of Westminster Abbey. The tour type and itinerary depends on the selected option. Skip-the-line tickets to Westminster Abbey give you access to a priority entrance for groups. Admission to churches during masses and special events are restricted. St. Margaret’s Church is open Monday - Friday: 10.30am - 3.30pm, Saturday: closed. Due to abbey regulations, 1 licensed guide can lead a group of 1-20 people. We can arrange additional guides for larger groups. The 3,5 and 5,5-hour private tours include an estimated 1,5-hour round-trip transfer from accommodation, depending on the distance and traffic. We will arrange a standard car (sedan) 1-4 people, and in a larger van for groups of 5+ people. You can book a 5-people tour for a larger vehicle. The group tour includes entry only to Westminster Abbey. Commentary will be in only 1 language. This tour is not suitable for people with disabilities.