Guided Tour of London Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham
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Is the King home now? Unlock London's royal secrets in style through priority access to Westminster Abbey&gripping stories of love, intrigue and legacy that shaped the British nation. Join a bestselling tour that feels like a BAFTA-winning film!
Choose any of the 2 options below:
4-hour tour:
Begin your London journey in front of Sir Winston Churchill Statue in Parliament Square. Meet your Licensed Guide here to step into the heart of British history,where politics,statues,&stories await your discovery.
Learn about the indomitable spirit of Britain’s wartime leader & his enduring legacy as your guide brings his story to life in this symbolic setting.
3-hour tour:
Please note that the 3H tour follows a revered walking route, starting at The Horses of Helios sculpture near Piccadilly Circus. The tour will start there & end at Westminster Abbey, allowing you to discover all of the highlights and hidden gems of Westminster City before entering the Abbey for a free Sunday organ recital.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts, as latecomers won't be able to join the group or receive a refund.
The tour will be conducted in only 1 language, as selected when booking.
4-hour option: Skip-the-line tickets to Westminster Abbey give you access to a priority entrance for groups. Entry during special events is restricted. It is a place of worship so all visitors, including infants, should keep noise to a minimum. Access for prams is limited.
3-hour option: Please note that on Sundays, the Abbey offers free entry for those wishing to participate in an organ recital. After the tour, you can visit the Abbey on your own without the guide.
Tickets to Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Westminster Palace and other attractions are not included in this tour.
There is no luggage storage. Pets are not allowed.
This is a moderately-paced walking tour. Wear comfortable shoes.
Not suitable for people with disabilities.
Maximum 20 participants.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
3-hour tour: Free entry to Sunday organ recital at Westminster Abbey (Guide Outside Only)
4-hour tour: Priority group entry to Westminster Abbey
Blue Badge guides with the topmost qualification with you all through the tour
4-hour tour: Skip-the-line tour inside the Westminster Abbey (Guide Outside and Inside)
Guided Tour of Westminster Abbey and Top Sights of the City of London with Live Guide
Headsets
Tickets to Buckingham Palace
Tickets to Big Ben
What To Expect
Meet your guide in front of Sir Winston Churchill Statue, Parliament Square, London SW1P 3JX, UK (51.500914768147595, -0.12643736751255094). Take a moment to examine the striking statue of Sir Winston Churchill. Learn about the indomitable spirit of Britain’s wartime leader and his enduring legacy as your guide brings his story to life in this symbolic setting.
Parliament Square
Take a moment to absorb the bustling atmosphere of Parliament Square, a vibrant hub framed by iconic landmarks like Westminster Bridge and Big Ben dominating the skyline.
Options
4-hour: Tour in German
Duration: 4 hours: Join the only German-language group tour of the City of Westminster and discover the royal treasures of Westminster Abbey.
,: with skip-the-line tickets and a Blue Badge Guide. See also the Westminster Palace, Buckingham Palace, and more outside only
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - UKLO050.
Starting point:
Sir Winston Churchill statue, Parliament Sq, London SW1P 3JX, UK
4-hour: Live Guide in English
Duration: 4 hours: Join a group tour of the City of Westminster and discover the royal treasures of Westminster Abbey with skip-the-line tickets
,: and a Blue Badge Guide. See also the Palace of Westminster, Big Ben, Thames, Buckingham Palace, and more (outside only).
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - UKLO050.
Starting point:
Sir Winston Churchill statue, Parliament Sq, London SW1P 3JX, UK
3H: Free Recital at the Abbey
Duration: 3 hours: Explore London's top sights: Westminster Abbbey, Big Ben, Thames, Buckingham Palace, and more (exteriors views only).
,: After the 3H guided tour, you can enter the Abbey for free to participate in Sunday services (organ recital) independently.
Expert Guide: Official 5 star Guide, who is an expert for these kind of tours.Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - UKLO050
Starting point:
The Horses of Helios, 34 Haymarket, London W1J 9HR, UK
4-hour: Tour in Italian
Duration: 4 hours: Join the only Italian-language group tour of the City of Westminster and discover the royal treasures,
,: of Westminster Abbey with skip-the-line tickets and a Blue Badge Guide.
Expert Guide: Official 5 star Guide, who is an expert for these kind of tours.Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - UKLO050
Starting point:
Sir Winston Churchill statue, Parliament Sq, London SW1P 3JX, UK
4-hour: Tour in French
Duration: 4 hours: Join the only French-language group tour of the City of Westminster and discover the royal treasures of Westminster Abbey.
,: with skip-the-line tickets and a Blue Badge Guide. See also the Westminster Palace, Buckingham Palace, and more (outside only
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - UKLO050.
Starting point:
Sir Winston Churchill statue, Parliament Sq, London SW1P 3JX, UK
4-hour: Tour in Spanish
Duration: 4 hours: Join the only Spanish-language group tour of the City of Westminster and discover the royal treasures of Westminster Abbey
,: with skip-the-line tickets and a Blue Badge Guide. See also the Westminster Palace, Buckingham Palace, and more (outside only
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - UKLO050.
Starting point:
Sir Winston Churchill statue, Parliament Sq, London SW1P 3JX, UK
Reviews
1,023 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Tour and Guide
Mary S,
Sep 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Alexandra did a wonderful job sharing the history of the area and inside Westminster Abbey. It makes such a difference having a guide rather than looking at a block of old buildings. We did this tour on our first full day in London. I recommend this tour.
Nice tour but was not the...
Mollie L,
Sep 15, 2025
- Viator
3.00Nice tour but was not the full 4 hours and not taken to Buckingham palace or told about it. Guide took us to road leading to it and left us to our own.
Informative Tour
Robin F,
Sep 14, 2025
- Viator
4.00Very informative and thorough. Guide was very knowledgeable and pleasant. Lots of walking. Guide did cut the tour short by about a half hour and left us on the walkway to Buckingham palace stating he had to pick up another group.
Highly Recommend
Lisa C,
Sep 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Loved the tour. Great tour guide too. Highly recommend this tour. Learned a lot about the city. If time allowed I would do this tour again with my entire group.
Walking tour excitement.
Natalie K,
Sep 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Kim took us on a tour and he had a wealth of knowledge. He included a few things spur of the moment; changing of the guard and Canadian war memorial. We loved the tour! He was funny and delightful. Westminster Abbey was astonishing! Highly recommend this tour.
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