Priority Access Westminster Abbey Tour with a Professional Guide
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Following complimentary coffee and pastries at the Cellarium, the 14th century medieval under croft, we enter the Westminster Abbey through the cloister. The cloister entrance offers priority access. This will be followed by an exclusive tour with our professional qualified guide.
An architectural masterpiece, Westminster Abbey presents a unique pageant of British history – the shrine of St Edward the confessor, the tombs of kings and queens, and countless memorials to the famous and the great. Our guide will help bring to life this remarkable building where 40 English and British coronations have taken place since 1066.
You will hear about the most recent coronation of Charles III that took place on the 6th May, 2023, the marriage of William and Kate – the Prince and Princess of Wales, and also stop briefly to pay our respect and celebrate the life of the late Queen Elizabeth II whose state funeral also took place at the Abbey.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Refreshments served before the tour (Approx. 20 - 30 mins) followed by Westminster Abbey tour (up to 90 mins).
Gluten-free/Vegan pastries not available at The Cellarium. Plant-based milk is available.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Westminster Abbey
An architectural masterpiece, Westminster Abbey presents a unique pageant of British history – the shrine of St Edward the confessor, the tombs of kings and queens, and countless memorials to the famous and the great. Our guide will help bring to life this remarkable building where 40 English and British coronations have taken place since 1066. You will hear about the most recent coronation of Charles III that took place on the 6th May 2023, the marriage of William and Kate – the Prince and Princess of Wales, and also stop briefly to pay our respect and celebrate the life of the late Queen Elizabeth II whose state funeral also took place at the Abbey.
Our first experience of Westminster Abbey, one of the jewels in London’s crown and a must see for any visitor, is in the 14th century medieval under croft. Originally used by the Benedictine monks to store food and drink - the Cellarium is now a unique restaurant, and we pause here for refreshments. (Refreshments included in the price)
What‘s Included
Tour with a live professional guide
Priority access to Westminster Abbey
Maximum of 20 passengers per tour
Coffee and pastries in the 14th century Cellarium
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Priority Access Westminster Abbey Tour with a Professional Guide
Reviews
120 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Don’t miss Westminster
DONNA P,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was so wonderful and our guide, Amber, was the best. She was so knowledgeable and friendly. It’s a can’t miss site.
Wonderful and educational experience!
Jodi S,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amber was an awesome guide for this fabulous tour of Westminster Abbey. I would highly recommend taking this guided tour.
Very knowledgeable guide...
Peter C,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very knowledgeable guide who properly kept track of the group. Spoke clearly so could easily understand.
Not worth the extra $$
Carolyne R,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Westminster Abbey itself was incredible. Frank our guide was also really good. Paying for the ‘Private’ Westminster Abbey access was not worth the extra money. We started with coffee and croissants at the Westminster Café, even though the description says that the tour was supposed to end with that. So we weren’t very hungry because we had just eaten breakfast. The tour is described as private access, but it was completely full of morning tourists when we were finally allowed into the Abbey. There was nothing private about it! I think people would be better off just buying a ticket for a regular tour and renting a headset and taking your time wondering around the Abbey
The tour doesn’t offer a...
Paige H,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The tour doesn’t offer a lot of time at each spot the tour guide brings you. We did not get to see the tomb of unknown soldier as it was crowded and he needed to move to next exhibit. I feel like it would have been better to tour on my own with the headphones as I could pause and stay where I was as long as I wanted. Our guide those did have a lot of knowledge and clearly loved what he does. Very friendly and open to questions
Only way to see Westminster Abby
susanhX4436GQ,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Abby is always very crowded but with tour it was fantastic. Frank Our guide was easy to hear and extremely knowledgeable! It was one of the best trips I have had to the Abby and I have been numerous times.
Westminster Abbey Guided Tour
Navigator29872840967,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My mom and I went on this tour of Westminster Abbey early in the morning on March 20th. It was our first time visiting and neither of us were very familiar with the history and cultural impact of this church besides what we’ve occasionally seen on TV. We had the absolute pleasure of having Frank as our tour guide and feel as if we lucked out being able to learn about the Abbey by such a knowledgeable and passionate man. Once a person meets Frank, it quickly becomes apparent that his love for England’s history and culture is infectious to anyone within earshot. When Frank smiled while telling the group about an exciting piece of the Abbey’s history, I unknowingly found myself smiling along side him. If anyone reading is this considering going on this tour of the Abbey all I can say is this: absolutely give it a shot and ask if you’re able to be guided by Frank, the most cheerful man in England.
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jenniferkB5819KE,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Frank was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable, with a twist of humor.
Awesome Abby
beignetdonethat1,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Peter is a great historian about the Abby and get ready for some good humor. too. Very knowledgeable and filled us in with all the facts, made sure the group was together as there was a lot of area to cover. The obvious such a national treasure and I enjoyed my excursion today.
Westminster Abbey Tour
Phyllis M,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide Anna Marie was very personable and quite knowledgeable about the Abbey. The tour started and ended on time after providing much interesting historical information. It is a beautiful building with much significant history that anyone would find of interest.
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