Walking Tour of London Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham
Overview
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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).
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.
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
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
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
4H:Skip-the-line Abbey Tour IT
Duration: 4 hours: Italian 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 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 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
Reviews
1,200 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Loved the tour. Learnt a...
Ju A,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Loved the tour. Learnt a lot about London. The tour guide, Ludmila was very nice, humorous, and knowledgeable.
Had an amazing time, Dan...
Yohannes T,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had an amazing time, Dan is so knowledgeable and matches that knowledge with great humor...100% recommend.
A great tour - guide was...
Kathleen P,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great tour - guide was very informed and interesting. Would have like to take a photo opp in front of Buckingham Palace gate but did enjoy seeing more of other areas.
It was very interesting....
Margaret S,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was very interesting. Westminster Abbey was stunning and our tour guide, Phillip was very knowledgeable.
Olga is Your Guide!
Margaret M,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is an amazing tour! We had Olga on our tour and she was so knowledgeable and kind. She took the time to answer all of our questions and she was so engaging. If you want to learn all there is about parliament, Westminster abbey, and buckimgham Palace, this is a great tour. We even got a tour of St James park and Green park along with some Royal shops! 10 out of 10 stars!
Knowledgeable tour guide
Daren T,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The Albanian lady was our tour guide (sorry I forgot her name). She was very knowledgeable. She walked nonstop for 4 hours while maintaining great energy, clear explanations, and genuine enthusiasm the entire time! Highly recommended!
Friendly & knowledgable guide, great experience inside the abbey
717karolina ,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went on this tour right before Christmas and got to truly experience London's winter charm thanks to our guide! The abbey visit was very interesting and I've learned a lot about British kings, scientists and writers. We also saw Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and the king's current residence. Overall it felt like a good overview of London's history and I've enjoyed the guide's insights a lot! I recommended wearing good shoes as we've walked for longer than I'm used to, but I'm glad we didn't miss any stops.
Very thorough. Covers a...
Bradley S,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very thorough. Covers a lot of physical ground, not just a single location. A really great starting point for a London visit.
Natasha was outstanding!...
Kelly C,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Natasha was outstanding! We take a lot of tours and she is at the very top of any guide we have ever had. Tells fantastic stories. Literally got us into Westminster Abbey as the very first guest and had it to ourselves for a few minutes Great job!!
Tour guide was very...
Anne P,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Tour guide was very knowledgeable and pleasant. Tour did not include Westminster Abbey interior as stated. Lots of walking.
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