Guided Tour of London Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham

Overview

Available languages

German

English

Italian

French

Spanish

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Is the King home now? Unlock London's royal secrets and visit the majestic Westminster Abbey! Choose between a guided skip-the-line tour; or a self-guided entry for an organ recital or evensong.

Choose any of the 2 options below:

4H:Skip-the-line Abbey Tour

Join a group tour of the Westminster City and discover the royal treasures of Westminster Abbey with skip-the-line tickets and a Blue Badge Guide. See also the Westminster Palace, Big Ben & Buckingham Palace(exterior views only).

3H: City + Abbey Free Entry EN

Westminster Abbey without guide: free entry for a special organ recital, evensong or evening mass(subject to Abbey's schedule). Includes a 3-hour guided tour of London: exteriors of Westminster Abbbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, & more(outside only).

Join us on a 3- or 4-hour walking tour of Central London with 2 different options to experience Westminster Abbey's spiritual ambiance: as a city tour with skip-the-line access or a free organ recital / evensong at the Abbey.

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.

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: Free entry to the Abbey for an organ recital (usually Sundays only), an evensong or a regular mass - subject to Abbey's events schedule . You will 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.

The tour will be conducted in only 1 language, as selected when booking.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

4-hour tour: Begin your walking tour of London 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, and stories await your discovery. 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. 3-hour tour: Please note that the 3-hour tour follows a revered walking route, starting at The Horses of Helios sculpture near Piccadilly Circus. The tour will start there and 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 organ recital, evensong or regular mass (subject to Abbey's schedule).

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Parliament Square

4- and 3-hour tours: 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.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

3-hour option: Free entry for organ recital or evensong at Westminster Abbey (self-visit)

3-hour option: Guided tour of the City and Abbey exteriors (Abbey self-visit)

All taxes and fees

Walking tour of London highlights (Big Ben, Buckingham Palace – exterior views only)

4-hour option: Fully-guided tour inside Westminster Abbey and City with Skip-the-Line Tickets

Blue Badge Guide (the highest rank in the UK)

3-hour option: Guided tour insde Westminster Abbey

(includes self-visit for a free organ recital or evensong at the Abbey)

Tickets to Buckingham Palace (all options)

Tickets to Big Ben (all options)

Headsets (all options)

Options

4H:Skip-the-line Abbey Tour IT

Duration: 4 hours: Join the only Italian-language group tour of Westminster Abbey with skip-the-line tickets and walk through Central London
,: with a Blue Badge Guide. See exteriors of the Westminster Palace, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace (outside only).
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

4H:Skip-the-line Abbey Tour EN

Duration: 4 hours: Join a group tour of the Westminster City and discover the royal treasures of Westminster Abbey with skip-the-line tickets
,: and a Blue Badge Guide. See also the Westminster Palace, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace (exterior views 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: City + Abbey Free Entry EN

Duration: 3 hours: Westminster Abbey without guide:free entry for a special organ recital, evensong or evening mass(subject to Abbey's schedule)
,: Includes a 3-hour guided tour of London: exteriors of Westminster Abbbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and more (outside only)
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

4H:Skip-the-line Abbey Tour SP

Duration: 4 hours: Join the only Spanish-language group tour of Westminster City and discover the royal treasures of Westminster Abbey with
,: skip-the-line tickets&a Blue Badge Guide. See also the Westminster Palace, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace(exterior views 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

4H:Skip-the-line Abbey Tour FR

Duration: 4 hours: Join the only French-language group tour of the Westminster City and discover the royal treasures of Westminster Abbey with
,: skip-the-line tickets&a Blue Badge Guide. See also the Westminster Palace, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace(exterior views 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

4H:Skip-the-line Abbey Tour DE

Duration: 4 hours: Join the only German-language group tour of the Westminster City and discover the royal treasures of Westminster Abbey with
,: skip-the-line tickets&a Blue Badge Guide. See also the Westminster Palace, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace(exterior views 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

4.56

1,180 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

934

104

Very Informative
Rodney D,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This is a great walking tour providing insights you wouldn't commonly know about. The pace is manageable and the service in Westminster Abby is efficient and a great conclusion. Ludmila did a great job; she is a very kind and knowledgeable guide.
Great tour with Natasha!...
John H,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great tour with Natasha! She was funny & knowledgeable, would do it again! Thank you and happy new year
Amazing Tour!
Sarah H,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our tour guide Natasha and this tour were the highlight of the trip!!! Westminster Abbey was incredible! We got to see and hear all about coronations and royal burials, we saw the changing of the guards right at the front, walked through the royal parks, passed numerous palaces, and we ended in Piccadilly Circus. Along the way she pointed out amazing shopping areas an specialty shops that made for amazing shopping after the tour. Truly this tour was incredible!!!!
Nice Tour with knowledgeable guide
Michael W,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a very good tour. We learned a great deal about these sights and locations that we would completely missed out on if not for Margarete, our tour guid. She provided a very good walking tour and she shared a depth of knowledge and historical detail that we would have never known.
Great experience and tour!!
Rachel W,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Ariana was an excellent tour guide and story teller with a great sense of humor! She got us into Westminster Abbey first so our photos were incredible! And her history timeline from start to finish was a perfect story arc for my sons first time in London!
A historical walk through the Abbey
Vivian T,,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Lucy was a delightful tour guide through the historical streets but especially in the Abbey. Her familiarity with the place kept us moving through the crowds and close to memorable sights and provided the context of what we saw. Highly recommend.
Step into history
LadySpitfire,,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide, Ariana, was incredibly knowledgeable about English history—and an engaging storyteller from start to finish. She was attentive to our safety and security, and led the tour with real precision and professionalism. The highlight was an intimate prayer service inside an ancient chapel at Westminster Abbey. We entered through the oldest door in England—nearly 2,000 years old—which was truly awe-inspiring. Dress warmly with comfortable walking boots in the winter. Overall, this was a beautifully done, well-priced experience that I’d absolutely recommend.
No tour operator shoved up!
Hans C,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00
We got tickets this morning for our London tour today. And was on the meeting point 15 minutes prior until 15 minutes after scheduled departure time. But no guide shoved up, nor did we see any other passengers waiting. And we definitely were at the right meeting point. Coming all the way from Norway looking forward to this tour; it was a big disappointment indeed.
Great way to start our London trip
Sabrina D,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was great! Our tour guide was super knowledgeable and we learned a lot about Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and Big Bend. The meet spot was super easy to locate.
Great tour with the best tour guide!
Jess E,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Spectacular tour! The meet up location was perfect and it was easy to find our tour guide, Kim, who was very friendly and knowledgeable. He remembered all of our names and any time someone asked a question, he made sure to repeat it so everyone else could be part of the conversation. He made it fun and educational. He also offered to take our photos for us and showed us the best photo opportunities. And even though we got rained on, everyone trouped it out with him because it was worth it! Highly recommended!