Westminster Abbey Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry

Step into 1,000 years of royal heritage with skip-the-line entry and an expert-guided Westminster Abbey tour.

Getting started

Meet your guide just outside the Westminster Abbey Shop, clearly marked for easy identification. Then, head inside with skip-the-line access.

What to expect

This iconic Gothic landmark has crowned monarchs since 1066 and is the burial place of many kings, queens, and cultural giants. Your English-speaking guide brings royal events and architectural marvels to life through detailed storytelling.

Features

• Shrine of St. Edward the Confessor: Visit the shrine of the Abbey’s founder, once a major pilgrimage site and still a spiritual centerpiece of the church.

• Royal Tombs: Walk among the resting places of monarchs and national icons. Each tomb reveals layers of British history through sculpture, symbolism, and inscriptions.

• Coronation Chair: View the ancient throne used for every British coronation since 1308, including that of King Charles III in 2023.

• Royal Weddings: Hear stories of famous royal weddings, including Prince William and Kate Middleton’s ceremony, held beneath the Abbey’s soaring arches.

• Additions: Choose from optional extras like gallery access, a professional Blue Badge guide or delicious refreshments after your Abbey tour.

Westminster Abbey Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry

Discover Westminster Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of London's most iconic landmarks, on this guided tour that includes skip-the-line entry and an English-speaking licensed guide. Explore the coronation chairs, royal tombs, Poet’s Corner, and more within 90 minutes to two hours. The tour covers over 1,400 years of history, with highlights like the medieval Lady Chapel and the Cosmati Pavement dating back to 1227. Tourists enjoy access to all areas inside the abbey, including Poet’s Corner where notable poets such as Chaucer and Tennyson are commemorated. The tour is available in multiple languages, ensuring a comprehensive experience for international visitors. With skip-the-line entry, you can save over an hour compared to regular queues.

Explore Westminster Abbey's Historical Sites

Your tour stops at Westminster Abbey where guests can see the coronation chairs used since 1296 and the medieval Lady Chapel built in 1300. The abbey covers 4 acres of land, with a length of 530 feet, making it one of the largest churches in England. Notable features include Poet’s Corner, established in the 17th century, and the Cosmati Pavement laid in 1227. Visitors spend about an hour exploring these sites, learning about royal burials like those of Queen Elizabeth I (buried here in 1603) and architectural details from the Gothic revival period. Unlike other historic churches, Westminster Abbey uniquely combines religious ceremonies with national events such as coronations and funerals for British monarchs.

Westminster Abbey Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry

Your tour stops at Westminster Abbey where guests can see Poet’s Corner established in the 17th century, the medieval Lady Chapel built in 1300, and the Cosmati Pavement laid in 1227. The abbey covers 4 acres of land with a length of 530 feet, making it one of the largest churches in England. Tourists spend about an hour exploring these sites, learning about royal burials like those of Queen Elizabeth I (buried here in 1603) and architectural details from the Gothic revival period. Unlike other historic churches, Westminster Abbey uniquely combines religious ceremonies with national events such as coronations and funerals for British monarchs.

Tour Highlights

• Save over an hour with skip-the-line entry
• Follow licensed English-speaking guide for in-depth stories
• Explore Poet’s Corner established in the 17th century
• See medieval Lady Chapel built in 1300
• Learn about royal burials like Queen Elizabeth I (buried here in 1603)
• Discover Cosmati Pavement laid in 1227
• Access all areas inside the abbey, including Jubilee Gallery
• Choose upgrades for exclusive access and refreshments

Perfect for history enthusiasts, architecture lovers, and tourists, this guided tour provides an immersive experience through skip-the-line entry and comprehensive storytelling. The two-hour format allows you to explore Poet’s Corner, see the medieval Lady Chapel, and learn about royal burials like Queen Elizabeth I, giving you a deep understanding of Westminster Abbey's significance in British history while enjoying its architectural marvels.