Best of Westminster Abbey with Upper Gallery & Buckingham Palace
Description
Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Westminster and delve into the fascinating world of the British monarchy with our exclusive guided tour inspired by the hit Netflix series "The Crown." Led by our expert Blue Badge guide, you'll enjoy privileged access to iconic landmarks and gain unparalleled insights into the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. Our adventure begins with Skip the Line entrance tickets, ensuring you bypass the queues and make the most of your time exploring. From the moment you step inside Westminster, you'll be transported back in time to the era of Queen Elizabeth II, immersing yourself in the rich history and grandeur of the royal court. As you explore Westminster, you'll encounter the same majestic settings immortalized in "The Crown," from the halls of power to the quiet corridors of royal residences. Hear tales of love and loss, duty and sacrifice, as you gain a deeper understanding of the monarchy's enduring legacy.
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Itinerary
Group will enter the magnificent Westminster Abbey through the extraordinary medieval cloisters where Monks once meditated and walked to the main monastic building.
Group will visit the main highlights of Westminster Abbey. Throughout the tour, our expert guide will regale you with captivating tales and behind-the-scenes anecdotes from "The Crown," shedding light on the triumphs and tribulations of Queen Elizabeth II and her family. Gain insights into the political intrigue, romance, and drama that have defined the royal court, and discover the real-life stories behind the iconic characters portrayed on screen. As you explore Westminster, you'll encounter the same majestic settings immortalized in "The Crown," from the halls of power to the quiet corridors of royal residences. Hear tales of love and loss, duty and sacrifice, as you gain a deeper understanding of the monarchy's enduring legacy.
Next, prepare to be dazzled by the extraordinary Queen Elizabeth Gallery, where the stories of Queen Elizabeth II's reign come to life in vivid detail. From priceless artifacts to stunning works of art, each exhibit offers a glimpse into the private world of the monarchy, providing a rare opportunity to connect with history on a personal level. Ascend 50 feet above the main floor of Westminster Abbey to view a collection of extraordinary objects on display, spanning 1,000 years of history, including the coronation chair of Queen Mary II, Queen Elizabeth I’s corset and artifacts from worship and daily life at the abbey.
See up close one of the main architectural icons of London. This truly magnificent Tower will be viewed from the Parliament Square Garden offering spectacular views and terrific photo opportunities of the London’s iconic national timepiece.
External visit to see the truly magnificent architectural Parliament Buildings will be viewed up close offering spectacular views and terrific photo opportunities.
The last stop of this fulfilled interesting tour is the the Buckingham Palace. Enjoy the exterior visit of this recognisable landmark and home of the British monarch. Listen to your guides fascinating stories about its past and present.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
- Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
- Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.
- Westminster hosts many state and Royal functions and is subject to closure at short notice. If necessary, your guide will be able to explain any closures and refocus the tour on the available exhibits or location.
- Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility
Reviews(22)
We were the only four on this tour and they didn’t cancel on us. So we had guide Don to ourselves for the time and it was so fantastic. Don was personable and so incredibly knowledgeable. Amazing time for the whole family.
A wonderful tour of Westminster Abbey. Our tour guy Ben was informative and knowledgeable and helpful with our requests. I definitely recommend this Tour.
I cried, our experience was disastrous...My guy and I were traveling to Amsterdam and Edinburgh. I realized we would be close to London, and Westminster Abbey was on my bucket list. I am 74 years old.. should do this now! We decided to add a side trip to London for a couple days, booked a flight, room, and a top notch visit to the Abby with Tripadvisor/ Viator. My dream was coming true, I was excited. We waited at the location to meet our guide. No one came. We walked to the other side of the building, was told we had the correct locating for our tour and went back to our previous location. No one came. We called to discover the tour was booked for the day before. We had our e-ticket in hand showing we had the correct day and time. They checked the information to find a mistake had taken place. They offered to book us the next day but we were traveling to Edinburgh early the next morning, our room was booked, too late to cancel. They refunded our tour money. I called once home letting them know what happened in anticipation of receiving some form of compensation. Our airflight and hotel was costly. I received an email saying they would give us a 15% discount on our next booking if used in a short period of time. Because of our trip to London it shortened our time in Edinburgh. Adding to the sting! When I think of this fiasco, my heart is heavy.
Our guide was delightful she did the best job and made our experience tremendously memorable
Great experience to have a very small group! Ours was 3 guests plus our amazing Tour Guide named Ben. Couldn’t have asked for a more professional, knowledgeable and friendly Guide! Thank you Ben!
We attended this tour with my elder mother, myself and my adult neice and the pace was perfect… Warren we so knowledgeable and shared such great insight into the history and architecture of the Westminster Abbey, buckingham palace, 10 Downing Street as well as the park we walked through and all the information along the way was shared in a pleasant tour. He gave us options on the walking path to the further points based on our ability and made us very comfortable. He was able to answer all our questions and is really an asset to this tour.
Maria was a very knowledgeable and thorough guide. She knew her history. She asked at the outset what we were interested in seeing and tailored the tour based on our response. I would be happy to have her as our guide at another venue.
Maria was a very knowledgeable tour guide who was very kind and pleasant
Hello, and thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you enjoyed your fully guided visit to Westminster Abbey, including both floors. Exploring this extraordinary historic site from the main floor up to the galleries truly gives a complete perspective on over 1,000 years of royal history, coronations, and remarkable figures. Maria will be so pleased to hear your kind words. She has a wonderful way of combining deep knowledge with warmth and kindness, making the experience both informative and genuinely enjoyable. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and hope to welcome you on another tour very soon!
Ben is very knowledgeable.. We had a wonderful time. We specially enjoy the tour of the upper floor.
Lizbeth, thank you for your lovely review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the tour with Ben and especially the upper floor—it’s always a special part of the experience. We’re so glad you had a wonderful time!
Our guide Paeder was knowledgeable and entertaining. There was a wealth of information to see and learn.
