Big Ben, Westminster Abbey & Changing of the Guard Guided Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Step back in time and witness the grandeur and history of two of London's most iconic landmarks with our fully guided Westminster Abbey and Changing of the Guard tour. Avoid the disappointment of crowded viewing spots and missed opportunities with our expert guides, who will take you on a dynamic journey through the entire ceremony, providing invaluable insight into every detail of this quintessentially British spectacle.
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.
The Changing of the Guard will not operate in heavy rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour
Please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Headsets when appropriate, so you can always hear your guide
Live commentary & top viewing spot during Changing of the Guard
Small groups of 20 people or fewer
Entrance ticket and skip the line access to Westminster Abbey
Expert, English-speaking tour guide
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Options
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 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
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
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
110 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great way to see Westminster Abbey
Niki V,
Apr 12, 2025
- Viator
4.00It is a nice way to see Westminster Abbey and surroundkings with a guide. However, the guide went really fast and it wasn't always easy to follow her. She gave earphones to everyone so everyone could hear her while guiding because there was a lot of background noise due to all the other visitors, but we couldn't always understand her very well.
Perfect quick tour of Westminster Abbey and area!
Trisha L,
Apr 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00After walking past Big Ben, it’s a detailed tour of what’s inside Westminster Abbey, followed by changing of the guards, and then walking to Buckingham Palace. It’s about 3 hours and perfectly timed in each location. We loved our tour guide Isabel and would love to book with her again!
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Irina S,
Apr 8, 2025
- Viator
4.00It was great fun to see the changing of the guard. The abbey was beautiful ! Walking through St.James park was fun and beautiful. Would do it again.
Terrible customer assistance.
FRANCES L,
Jan 11, 2025
- Viator
1.00Absolutely horrible! We had a reservation and the maps led us slightly away from the meeting spot. We tried to email immediately to get hep and let them know (the only way to reach the company) and they did not reply. When they did, they said they couldn’t get a hold of the guide. Then they told me to call Viator. Their call center told me to reach the tour company. Really, really awful! Neither would refund us. I sent screenshots of how we obtained directions through the Viator app, they wouldn’t step up. Not only did we Miss the tour, we had to pay AGAIN to go into Westminster Abbey!!! In comparison, we had another tour. They messaged via email, text and WhatsApp. They checked in to confirm and then they gave us our guide contact information in case there were any problems. It can be done! Viator and City Wonders should reimburse me.
It was a great tour and...
Liam G,
Jan 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a great tour and Adrian was amazing! I learned so much. Would love to have him as a guide again.
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