Westminster Guided Walking Tour with Abbey Entry
Description
Explore London’s famous Westminster Area (Buckingham Palace, Westminster & Big Ben & 20 other top sights!) on a 3 hour walking tour. Then visit Westminster Abbey, which is one of the United Kingdom's most notable religious buildings. Start with a walking tour of the history, culture, and legends of one of Europe’s best-loved cities. Head through Green Park to Buckingham Palace, watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony (Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun only - 10am tour). Head through Westminster, and see Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament. Then, head to Westminster Abbey. Since the coronation of William the Conqueror in 1066, all coronations of English and British monarchs have been in Westminster Abbey. Until the death of George II in 1760, most kings and queens were buried in the abbey. 20 sights in a 3 hour London guided tour plus entry to Westminster Abbey, all with a friendly London guide Come and join us on the best London walking tour!
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After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace. On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot! Afterward, walk along the Royal Mall.
Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.
Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!
Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This is home to many grand buildings and monuments, as well as Downing Street where British Prime Ministers have lived and worked since 1735!
At Parliament Square, you’ll see the incredible Palace of Westminster (home to the Houses of Parliament) and the iconic Big Ben clock up close, as well as views of the London Eye and Churchill Statue.
Continue to Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned! We'll pre-book your entry tickets for after the walking tour, so no need to join the long ticket line! Once inside, explore at your own pace with the help of a free audio guide (available in multiple languages)
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(1,320)
We were late for our initial scheduled walking tour. They were gracious to give us our Westminster Abby entrance tickets and reschedule the walking tour. Our tour guide Jack was funny and knowledgeable. We had a great time!
we had the chance to bet their for the parade trooping colors. Jason, our guide, did a great job to find us an amazing spot to see the parade and the King. Jasons provided insightful information on the royal family and all the attractions we saw , during the tour.
Ari was incredible! The day of our tour happened to be Trooping the Colors so the area around Buckingham Palace was a zoo, but Ari navigated the crowds and found us a great spot to watch the parade and see the royal family before continuing the tour of other highlights in and around Westminster. She was so very knowledgeable of the area and the history and presented it a fun and entertaining way. She gave us a great recommendation as to where to watch the flyover after our tour was over. I would highly recommend this tour and Ari!
Chris “handsome “ was a great guide ! Very Knowledgeable & fun! Loved the humor along with the informative, well paced tour .
Ashley was an amazing, informative, and absolutely great host. His knowledge of all of the local sites and attractions made for a very memorable tour. Would highly recommend.
A visit to Westminster Abbey was one of the highlights of our time in London and is an experience I would highly recommend. Steeped in over a thousand years of history, this magnificent building has witnessed countless royal coronations, weddings, funerals, and significant moments in British history. The Abbey itself is breath-taking, with so much to see and explore. Highlights included the beautiful David Hockney stained-glass window, the fascinating Poets' Corner, where many of Britain's greatest writers are commemorated, and the Science Corner, celebrating some of the nation's most influential scientists. It was also remarkable to see the tombs and memorials of so many monarchs, including kings and queens whose stories helped shape the history of England and the United Kingdom. We also visited the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries high above the Abbey, which were well worth the additional visit. The exhibits provided fascinating insights into the Abbey's history and treasures, while the elevated vantage point offered spectacular views of both the interior architecture and surrounding areas. Our guided tour greatly enhanced the experience. The guide was exceptionally knowledgeable, bringing centuries of history to life with engaging stories and explanations that helped us appreciate the significance of what we were seeing. Westminster Abbey is not only an iconic London landmark but also a living piece of history. Whether you are interested in royalty, architecture, literature, science, or simply wish to experience one of Britain's most important historic sites, this is a destination that should not be missed. An unforgettable visit and definitely well worth the time.
A wonderful and informative 3 hour tour, despite the noise of traffic and construction. Our guide, Will, was fantastic - very well informed and funny. We were extremely fortunate to see the changing of the guards on a rainy morning and then - bonus - saw King Charles drive by and then Princess Anne! Highly recommend this tour.
Great walking tour on a Wednesday morning included the changing of the guard and seeing King Charles arrive at Buckingham Palace. Guide knew the best places to stand for good views.
Excellent walking tour! Ashley was an exceptional and informative guide! Be sure to select the tour with Abbey entry, as Westminster Abbey is incredible! The Abbey is after the walking tour and self guided, but a great way to secure the entrance ticket.
Excellent tour! Ashley was an excellent and informative guide! It happened to be “practice day” for an upcoming royal parade, so we were able to see the horse guards on the parade route. Highly recommend!
