Westminster Abbey Reserved Entry & Guided City Tour Private Tour: Westminster & Changing of the Guard Upgrade
ID: GYG56543-O-740840
Category:
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
Explore Westminster City on a guided walking tour, seeing Big Ben and Buckingham Palace, then enjoy reserved entry to Westminster Abbey for a self-guided visit with an included audioguide.
Explore the heart of London on a guided walking tour through Westminster, led by a professional English-speaking guide. This half-day experience combines expert storytelling with the freedom to explore one of Britain’s most important historic sites at your own pace.
Begin your tour in Westminster, where your guide brings London’s royal and political history to life as you walk past iconic landmarks. See Buckingham Palace from the outside, stroll through historic streets, and admire Big Ben, Parliament Square, and 10 Downing Street while learning about the monarchy, government, and traditions that have shaped the city.
After the guided walk, enjoy reserved entry to Westminster Abbey. Enter independently and explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site with an included audioguide. Discover centuries of history as you visit royal tombs, coronation sites, and memorials to poets, scientists, and monarchs who played a key role in British history.
This tour offers the perfect balance of guided sightseeing and independent discovery, making it ideal for first-time visitors who want to see London’s most famous landmarks in a well-paced and informative experience.
Private Tour Upgrade
Enjoy a more exclusive experience with a private expert guide dedicated to your group.
This upgrade includes a guided visit inside Westminster Abbey and viewing the Changing of the Guard (when scheduled) — both not included in the standard tour.
Highlights
- Guided walking tour of Westminster with a professional English-speaking guide
- See Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Parliament Square, and 10 Downing Street
- Enjoy Reserved Entry to Westminster Abbey
- Explore Westminster Abbey at your own pace with an included audioguide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Westminster Abbey is a working church and may close for special services at short notice
PLEASE NOTE! THE MEETING POINT IS NOT AT WESTMINSTER ABBEY. The meeting point is at the exit of Westminster Tube Station.
At Westminster station, please follow the signs for Exit 2 Victoria Embankment and then take the stairs up to street level to Victoria Embankment. The guide will be meeting you at the top of the stairs behind the statue of Boadicea on a chariot.
INCLUDED
- Entrance ticket and skip-the-line access to Westminster Abbey
- Self-guided visit inside Westminster Abbey with an included audioguide
- Guided walking tour of Westminster City, covering London’s top landmarks
- English-speaking live guide
NOT INCLUDED
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Food/Beverages
- Gratuities
- Entry to Buckingham Palace
- Entry to Big Ben (Elizabeth Tower)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
