Walking Tour of London Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham

Overview

Available languages

German

English

French

Spanish

Mobile ticket

Is the King home now? Join our London Walking Tour to discover all the royal secrets! Choose between a guided skip-the-line tour of Westminster Abbey; 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 & discover the royal treasures of Westminster Abbey with skip-the-line tickets & 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 3or4-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. Check your phone and email for instructions and updates. We can't offer refunds to latecomers and no-shows.

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. No luggage storage. Pets are not allowed.

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.

Please note that Buckingham Palace and Big Ben are not open to the public, entry is excluded.

This walking tour covers about 3.2 km (2 miles) on foot - wear comfy shoes!

Not suitable for people with limited mobility.

Maximum 20 participants.

Commentary 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 SP

Duration: 4 hours: Spanish group walking tour of Central London with skip-the-line entry to Westminster Abbey. Highlights include the Big Ben,
,: Buckingham Palace, St James Palace and Houses of Parliament (exterior views only). Tour will be led by a Blue Badge Guide.
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: German group walking tour of Central London with skip-the-line entry to Westminster Abbey. Highlights include the Big Ben,
,: Buckingham Palace, St James Palace and Houses of Parliament (exterior views only). Tour will be led by a Blue Badge Guide.
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 3H walking tour of London:exteriors of Westminster Abbey,Big Ben,Buckingham Palace,&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, London -, 34 Haymarket, London W1J 9HR, UK

4H:Skip-the-line Abbey Tour EN

Duration: 4 hours: English group walking tour of Central London with skip-the-line entry to Westminster Abbey. Highlights include the Big Ben,
,: Buckingham Palace, St James Palace and Houses of Parliament (exterior views only). Tour will be led by a Blue Badge Guide.
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: French group walking tour of Central London with skip-the-line entry to Westminster Abbey. Highlights include the Big Ben,
,: Buckingham Palace, St James Palace and Houses of Parliament (exterior views only). Tour will be led by a Blue Badge Guide.
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

4.57

1,260 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1004

111

An absolutely wonderful experience
Maoly I,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was absolutely great. Sally is the best tour guide ever. I learned a lot from her and I definitely recommend her tour
Missed our guide - though we were there 30 minutes early.
Rene F,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00
It was terrible. I was totally disappointed. We were at our meeting spot 30 minutes ahead of time. Our guide never showed up. They tried to give us a German guide. We speak English, not German. We want a complete refund. You were great in Madrid and Paris and you totally missed it in London. Very disappointed.
Great Tour
Charlie C,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Olga was an awesome tour guide. She had a wealth of knowledge concerning British history and the royal family. I highly recommend this tour.
Nice start to a London visit
Martin D,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
Sally was knowledgeable of the route and sites and answered all questions. She provided any visitor information that was requested. The pace was slow, which accommodated less mobile guests. The streets were very busy and noisy, so she stopped periodically to share information on sites.
Such a great tour!...
Brianna A,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Such a great tour! Learned some very interesting history, fun facts, and great jokes! I highly recommend!
Katarina was a great guide for our tour
Joseph B,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Guide was excellent and very knowledgeable about the area and provided a lot of helpful information. Would love to work with her again.
Natalya was an incredibly...
Talitha D,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Natalya was an incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and fun person. She gave us the most amazing tour and got to know us, tailoring the tour to the interests of those in the group. She was fantastic and I hope to run into her when we revisit London!
Alexandra was amazing
Kristy D,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide, Alexandra, was absolutely amazing. She was very lively, animated and very knowledgeable. She guided us with historical facts and stories. She was very lively and energetic and kept our spirits high all through. She also knows the perfects spots to get the best pictures.
Horrible company, horrible experience
Lorelei D,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00
Something has changed within this company. This tour was scheduled to start at 1:45 pm. My husband and I were at the meeting point at 1:45. We had waited all week for this tour, intentionally not going to the most iconic parts of London so that we could enjoy them with a native tour guide. We allowed several minutes for the guide to come, but I got worried when 10 minutes passed. I started trying to text, email, and chat with someone from Viator and the local tour guide. But the local company was based in Poland- and when I called (at great personal international phone charge expense) I was put on hold for several minutes only to be sent to a voicemail in Polish (which I do not understand). Finally someone on the Viator app Chat responded saying that the guide was there and had left without us. I was confused as we were not late and the Chat person said that if we find her at a specific location within 10 minutes of the start time, we could join the tour. Because I had been on hold with Poland for so long, it was already past 2pm and the "10 minutes past the start time" had passed. I asked if I could speak with the tour guide and we could try to find them- but was told that no, it was too late. Next, I had a series of horrible conversations with people from both Viator and the local tour company. I was told that they would not refund my money because I "missed the tour", even though I was there and on time. They said we should have been there early- which, while they recommend coming early, they do not require. I would have been happy to come at anytime they asked. If they had said we had to be there at 1:35, we would have been. Instead, they just recommended being early. I was then told they would not refund the money because of pre-purchased tickets to get into museums/buildings. I explained that this tour was outdoor only- and had no exhibitions or tickets to be purchased. So it would literally cost them nothing- the tour had 12 other people who were allowed to partake in the tour, so it was not an example of the tour guide having no participation. When I tried to explain all of these things, they said they would absolutely not refund the money, regardless of any situation. This tour guide, Viator, and the company, made ZERO effort to include us in the tour. They did not call us, they did not text us, they did not allow us to catch up with them. They did not care at all that we had been on many tours all over the world with them and been loyal customers. They did not care that my first time in London was ruined- I was not able to see Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, or Big Ben, as we had to leave the next day. I am disgusted with how I was treated. I do not understand their lack of customer service and I do not understand their lack of compassion. And mostly, I do not understand why they would not let us join the tour.
Iryna was a very...
Marc G,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Iryna was a very knowledgeable and experienced tour guide, learned a lot about the history of London.