Overview

The Guided Tour of Westminster Abbey offers an enriching experience through one of London's most iconic landmarks. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1987, the tour provides insights into its rich history and architectural marvels.

Participants will explore the Abbey, which dates back to 1045 under King Edward the Confessor's orders. The current Gothic design emerged between 1245 and 1517 due to Henry III's remodeling efforts. Visitors can delve into the site's significance as a traditional location for English and later British monarchs' coronations since William the Conqueror in 1066, with notable exceptions.

The tour includes visits to numerous tombs of royal family members, aristocrats, and renowned figures like Charles Dickens, Geoffrey Chaucer, and Rudyard Kipling. The Abbey has also been a venue for significant events such as Princess Diana's funeral and Prince William and Kate Middleton’s wedding.

Join the expert guide at the entrance to uncover the secrets of this historic building, making it an essential visit for anyone interested in British history and architecture.

Highlights

Discover the architectural marvel of Westminster Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1987.
Explore the rich history from its construction in 1045 to Gothic remodeling ordered by Henry III between 1245 and 1517.
Meet your expert guide at the entrance for an insightful tour through this iconic landmark.
Witness the tombs of renowned figures like Charles Dickens, Geoffrey Chaucer, and Rudyard Kipling.
Revisit historical events such as Princess Diana’s funeral and Prince William and Kate Middleton’s wedding.

Your Experience

Don't miss out on visiting the Westminster Abbey, one of London's famous landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1987. Marvel at the architectural designs, learn all the secrets of the Abbey from a professional expert guide and discover the corners of this famous building.

Historical Significance

Its construction dates back to 1045 when King Edward the Confessor ordered its construction. What you'll see today dates from 1245 to 1517, when the original Romanesque style was replaced by the Gothic after remodeling was ordered by Henry III.

Your Guided Experience

Begin your visit by meeting your expert guide at the Westminster Abbey entrance. Your guide will take you through the corners of this famous building, a traditional site for the wreaths and burials of the English monarchs and, later, the British monarchs. Since the coronation of William the Conqueror in 1066, all English monarchs have been crowned at the Abbey, with the exception of Joan I and Edward V.

Notable Tombs

You will see the numerous tombs of various members of the royal family, aristocrats, and illustrious personalities such as scientists and poets, including the tombs of Charles Dickens, Geoffrey Chaucer, and Rudyard Kipling. In recent years, the Abbey has hosted Princess Diana’s funeral and Prince William and Kate Middleton’s wedding.

Historical Events

Many historical events have taken place at the Abbey so don't miss the chance to revisit them. Duration: Lasts 2 hours.

Must Know

Please refer to your voucher for final information regarding meeting points, pick-up locations, and pick-up time
Meeting point description: Please meet your guide outside the Westminster Abbey shop. Please note that Amigo Tour's guide will be waiting outside the Abbey Shop. Please do not enter the shop, the staff there can not provide the tickets.(Broad Sanctuary, Westminster, London SW1P 3JS, United Kingdom)
Accessibility:Some areas not accessible for wheelchair users or guests with reduced mobility
Hearing loop system available
Assistance dogs welcome
Not allowed:Large items (suitcases, large backpacks)
Wheeled bags
Flash photography, tripods
Photography during services
Hats inside Abbey
Know in advance:Infants travel free but require ticket (select at checkout)
Arrive 10 minutes before start time
Security checks and bag searches conducted at entry
Dress code applies (place of worship)
Photography permitted in most areas
No storage facilities available
Guests under 18 must be accompanied by adult

Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

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Guided tour of Westminster Abbey

Overview

Overview

Highlights

Your Experience

Historical Significance

Your Guided Experience

Notable Tombs

Historical Events

Must Know

Cancellation Policy

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