Westminster Abbey Priority Access & Big Ben, Buckingham Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Walk through the heart of London’s Westminster with a knowledgeable local guide, seeing Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Parliament, and 10 Downing Street, then skip the lines at Westminster Abbey with priority entry and an included audioguide—combining must-see sights with exclusive access in one unforgettable experience.
Upgrade your experience with a private expert guide dedicated exclusively to your group. Enjoy a more personalized pace and deeper insights throughout your visit. Private option includes a fully guided visit inside Westminster Abbey, as well as viewing the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (when scheduled)
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Unable to accommodate strollers and baby carriages
Please note that Westminster Abbey is a working church and may close for special services at short notice.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Green Park
Begin your experience in Green Park, where your expert guide introduces London’s royal history and sets the scene for the tour.
Buckingham Palace
Stroll past Spencer House, the Green Park Gates, and Canada Gate while your guide shares stories of royal connections and historic architecture, before discovering Buckingham Palace, learning about the British monarchy and famous royal events, and enjoying a photo stop at the iconic Victoria Memorial.
What‘s Included
Guided walking tour of Westminster City, covering London’s top landmarks
Self-guided visit inside Westminster Abbey with included audioguide
Entrance ticket and skip the line access to Westminster Abbey
Professional, English-speaking live guide
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Entry to Buckingham Palace
Entry to Big Ben
Options
With Changing of the Guards
Westminster Abbey fully guided with Changing of the Guards
Group Tour: Small groups of 20 people or fewer
Private Tour Upgrade
Upgrade your experience: This private option includes a fully guided visit inside Westminster Abbey, as well as viewing the Changing of the Guard
With Royal Walk
Group Tour: Small groups of 20 people or fewer
With Changing of Horse Guards: Visit Westminster Abbey and witness the Changing of the Horse Guards
Westminster Abbey Entry
London Highlights Walking Tour: See Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Parliament Square, and 10 Downing Street from the outside
Westminster Abbey & Audioguide: Enjoy priority access to Westminster Abbey with an audioguide.
With Changing of Foot Guards
With Changing of Foot Guards: Visit Westminster Abbey and witness the Changing of the Foot Guards
Group Tour: Small groups of 20 people or fewer
With Buckingham Palace tickets
Upgrade Option: Upgrade your tour including guaranteed access with no waiting in lines to the Buckingham Palace
Duration: 4 hours 15 minutes
Reviews
133 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Spectacular
alecsL4252HU,,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an experience! So much history in the time you are with the guide. He was super helpful in answering any questions we had. Thank you for such a wonderful tour!
Great Experience and went like a well oiled machine
Ria G,,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Adrian was very knowledgeable and organized and everything happened right on time as planned. I learned so much and enjoyed the changing of the guards. I loved the highlights at Westminster Abbey. It was such a good experience. I highly recommend.
5 Star Tour - Adrian knows his stuff
Ginny B,,Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide was Adrian and he was excellent. He greeted us as soon as we arrived at our meeting spot, gave us audio headset and this worked great and allowed the tour to keep moving. He started it on time and accounted for all. He knows his stuff and we were able to see and learn so much more with him guiding us thru Westminster Abbey, info about "Big Ben", HorseGuard changing over, a great spot to watch the Changing of the Guards at Buckingham. Thank you Adrian. Highly recommend!
Excellent tour. Linda was...
Deborah H,,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour. Linda was Fantastic Would highly recommend.this wonderful tour to anyone who loves history
Good trip
Ruth T,,Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00Lots of walking some stairs. Missed changing of the guards. Adrian was a great guide. Wish we remembered to bring cash for his tip
From SG, small but important cos Time is Money
SarinaA61,,Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you Sir David! You had what it takes to be a guide. You are knowledgeable with your London history & you makes us laugh with your jokes & all. Everything was excellent. See you when we see you! Love from SG, Rosli & Sar:)
Trudy Tour
David H,,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great small tour. Trudy knew everyone in Westminster Abbey and was a great source of info. Very passionate about her stories
Trudy
Terry M,,Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Trudy was absolutely fantastic with her wealth of knowledge and experiences. Would recommend her to anyone
Westminster Tour
Lucy F,,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Quite a bit of walking. Very enjoyable tour and well versed guide. Good location for change of guard.
Meeting point
Celista R,,Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide did not have the green sign I was told to look for at the meeting point so it wasn't immediately clear I was in the right place.
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