Westminster Abbey
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Westminster Abbey entry tickets
Audio guide in Russian, Portuguese, Polish, Dutch, Japanese, Italian, Hungarian, Arabic, French, German, Spanish, and English (subject to availability)
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Skip-the-line entry to Westminster Abbey
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Maximum of 20 passengers per tour
Coffee and pastries at Cellarium
Fast-track access to the London Eye (optional)
Small group guided tour of Westminster Abbey
English-speaking guide
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About Westminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey, with its stunning gothic facade, stands as a timeless symbol of London's rich heritage as its coronation church since 1066. Step inside to explore the Poets' Corner, where literary icons like Shakespeare and Dickens have been laid to rest, immerse yourself in the presence of the Coronation Chair and visit the Henry VII Lady Chapel, a masterpiece of medieval architecture.
Why visit Westminster Abbey?
- Recognized as one of the oldest and most significant buildings in the United Kingdom, Westminster Abbey was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987.
- Westminster Abbey houses the oldest surviving Anglo-Saxon door in the country, dating back to 1050.
- Westminster Abbey has been the setting for 17 royal weddings, such as that of Prince William and Catherine Middleton, as well as Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip.
- Westminster Abbey has played a pivotal role in British coronations since 1066, with a total of 39 coronations being held here.
- Initially intended for the Kings of England, Westminster Abbey now hold the remains of over 3500 people, including Isaac Newton, Geoffrey Chaucer, Shakespeare, Charles Dickens and more.
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Free Entry Days
Christmas and Easter holidays: 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM (Last admission is one hour before the published closure time)
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Plan Your Visit To Westminster Abbey London
Plan Your Visit To Westminster Abbey London
Opening Hours
Getting There
Facilities/Guidelines
Westminster Abbey hours are Monday to Saturday from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Sundays are open only for mass. The last entry is 1 hour before closing time.
It is closed on Sundays for sightseeing but visitors can enter to join the prayer service for free. The abbey stays closed on 24 and 25 December every year as well.
Yes, Westminster Abbey is open to the public from Monday to Saturday. On Sundays, the abbey is open for service and not sightseeing.
If you want to avoid the crowds at Westminster Abbey, then plan a visit in the mornings on weekdays. On Wednesdays, Westminster Abbey is open till 6:00 PM and group tours aren’t allowed so, you will find fewer tourists at this time.
The Westminster Abbey tour can last anywhere between 90 minutes and two hours, depending upon the visitor.
Westminster Abbey location is Westminster Abbey, 20 Deans Yd, London SW1P 3PA, United Kingdom.
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Yes, you can take a train or a tube to visit Westminster Abbey London. If you take the national rail, the closest stops are Victoria, which is a 15-minute walk away and Waterloo, which is an 18-minute walk away. If you take the underground, the closest stations are Westminster, which is just a 4-minute walk away, and St. James Park, which is a 7-minute walk away.
Yes, you can take bus routes 11, 24, 88, 148, 3, 12, 53, 53X, 87, 109, 159, and 453 to get to Westminster Abbey London. The nearest bus stops to Westminster Abbey are Parliament Square Stop, Abingdon Street - Stop L, Westminster Station - Stop G, and Westminster Station - Stop A.
There is no parking facility available at Westminster Abbey London but there are a few car parking facilities close to it. Visitors can park their car at Great College Street, Waterloo Car Park, or Q-Park Victoria, all of which are within walking distance from the abbey.
Most parts of Westminster Abbey London are wheelchair accessible including the ramping at the North Door for easier access. Visitors can also get a wheelchair at the abbey by reaching out to an Abbey Marshal on their visit.
There is no storage facility available at Westminster Abbey London. Visitors need to use the luggage storage facilities at Excess Baggage Company available at Victoria or Charing Cross stations.
Visitors can get some light snacks and drinks from the Kiosk at Westminster Abbey. There is also Cellarium Cafe and Terrace where visitors can enjoy a full meal.
Photography for personal use is permitted inside Westminster Abbey London but visitors are prohibited from using a flash. You also cannot take a photograph during a service inside the church.