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Westminster Abbey Guided Private Tour

London, United Kingdom
2 hours
(11)
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Date
Monday
May 5, 2025
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9:45 am
1:30 pm
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Westminster Abbey Guided Private Tour
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What You Will Do

This spectacular Medieval gothic ‘royal peculiar’ has hosted every coronation from William the Conqueror to Elizabeth II and seventeen royal weddings, most recently that of William and Kate. It is also the burial place of many royals and notables including feuding Tudor siblings Elizabeth and Mary, writers such as Geoffrey Chaucer, Rudyard Kipling and Charles Dickens, scientists Isaac Newton, Stephen Hawking and Charles Darwin, abolitionists, actors and the tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Marvel at the 700 year old coronation chair as you learn more of this most sacred and complex ceremony, admire the craft of 16th century stonework, the portraits of modern martyrs and the grand Henry VII Lady Chapel. Ascend the 52ft to the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries where, up with the flying buttresses and ornately carved gargoyles, you’ll discover a 13th century triforium. Hidden for centuries, the galleries now tell the secrets of the abbey.

What's Included?

  • English Speaking local expert guide
  • Tickets and entry reservations to Westminster Abbey
  • Private Guided tour of Westminster Abbey

What's Not Included?

  • Gratuities
  • Food & drink
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Itinerary

Meeting Point

Meet your guide outside the Official Westminster Abbey Shop, situated at the base of the West Front of the Abbey ( Broad Sanctuary, Westminster, London SW1P 3JS)

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Westminster Abbey

2 hours

Dream of the last Anglo-Saxon king and a flagship of the Church of England, Westminster Abbey is a tour de force of 1000 years of both English and British history. This spectacular Medieval gothic ‘royal peculiar’ has hosted every coronation from William the Conqueror to Elizabeth II and seventeen royal weddings, most recently that of William and Kate. It is also the burial place of many royals and notables including feuding Tudor siblings Elizabeth and Mary, writers such as Geoffrey Chaucer, Rudyard Kipling and Charles Dickens, scientists Isaac Newton, Stephen Hawking and Charles Darwin, abolitionists, actors and the tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Marvel at the 700 year old coronation chair as you learn more of this most sacred and complex ceremony, admire the craft of 16th century stonework, the portraits of modern martyrs and the grand Henry VII Lady Chapel.


Additional Information

This activity is operated by Urban Saunters
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Guide Options

  • Guide - English

Customer Reviews

Amazing private tour
(tripadvisor)
2023-10-26
Our tour guide, Trudy, was excellent. She was extremely knowledgeable, personable, and funny! We were able to see the Abbey at our own pace and ask lots of questions - Trudy answered them all! With a private tour, we were also able to be the first ones in the Abbey that morning and saw much of it before the crowds started. I would highly recommend Urban Saunters and especially, Trudy, as a tour guide.
The experience was great and I would highly recommend it.
(tripadvisor)
2022-06-11
The highlight the tour was learning about all the history of this great building.Robert gave is some great tales of its history and how the history of the Royal family fitted in, and was very engaging.All in all it was a great experience.
Westminster Abbey - a private tour
(viator)
2022-05-07
The private tour of Westminster Abbey was exceptional. Paced well, with engaging and professional historical narrative provided to enhance the experience. The guide was genuinely passionate about sharing her wisdom about the Abbey which was extraordinary and enjoyable to see. I gained a new perspective about the historical significance of the monarchy in Great Britain (as an American) as well as the social dynamics of church, state, and religious conflicts. A must do and well worth the cost.
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