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The Best of Westminster: Private Walking Tour with Westminster Abbey
London, United Kingdom
3 hours 30 minutes
Art & Culture
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Family Friendly
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Walking Tours
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Romantic
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What You Will Do
Discover the best of Westminster, and see some of London's unmissable attractions in a half-day tour including spectacular parks and royal sites with a Blue Badge tour guide.
On your private tour, you will:
- See Whitehall and 10 Downing Street, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben;
- Enjoy a privately guided tour of Westminster Abbey, where 38 coronations have taken place;
- Learn about fascinating English history, British tradition and London's incredible past—from the plague and the great fire of London to the Blitz;
- Hear stories as you visit the outside of Buckingham Palace, via the beautiful St James's Park and Trafalgar Square.
Reveal the secrets of power and politics on your exciting tour of Westminster, seeing some of the most recognisable landmarks. Learn all about the Houses of Parliament, the supreme legislative body of the United Kingdom, and be inspired by its mighty history.
Then, gain insight into the centuries-old Westminster Abbey (with entrance tickets included), the setting for every coronation since 1066, many royal weddings and the final resting place of 17 monarchs.
Amble through the fabulous gardens and sights of St James's Park and admire the magnificent Buckingham Palace, the official London residence of the UK’s sovereigns since 1837. Walk along the Mall and learn curious facts about British kings and queens, who turned the British Empire into the most dominant power on Earth.
Your tour finishes with a walk through Trafalgar Square, onto Covent Garden, where your guide will show you the best places to spend the rest of your time dining and shopping.
What's Included?
- A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
- Westminster Abbey admission tickets
What's Not Included?
- Hotel pick up/drop off
- Food and drink
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 30 days before tour start. 20% cancellation fee applies if cancelled between 30 and 4 days before tour start. Non refundable if cancelled within 4 days of tour start.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Your guide will meet you outside Westminster Abbey Shop, Broad Sanctuary, London SW1P 3JS, United Kingdom
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Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace is the official London residence for HM Queen Elizabeth II and it's one of London’s most popular attractions.
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by Travel Curious
- Weather notes: Force Majeure Disclaimer: In the event of unforeseen circumstances such as extreme weather, natural disasters, riots, strikes, etc. and the tour cannot operate as published, we will endeavour to reschedule your tour date/time or we will provide a full refund.
- Know before you go: - Your guide will be happy to customise the itinerary on the day for you if you wish to spend more or less time at attractions/areas stated on your tour itinerary - Tour times may change based on ticket availability. You do not need to do anything at this time. We will be in touch if this affects your booking - Please bring comfortable walking shoes and waterproof clothing (London is famous for its rain) - Please bring any medical requirements you need throughout the day. Please come 10 minutes early - Please dress appropriately, wear sensible shoes and remove hats whilst visiting Westminster Abbey as it is a place of worship - Large items, such as suitcases or large backpacks are not allowed inside Westminster Abbey and there are no storage facilities, and any bags with wheels are not allowed inside the Abbey as they can damage the floor
- Accesibility: If you have mobility impairments or require any assistance, please let us know in advance so we can plan your tour accordingly to ensure a great experience.
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