L
Wonderful tour
This was worth the price having a tour. Gentleman was very good with info. Can't remember his name tho right now.
Priority Access Westminster Abbey Tour with a Professional Guide
+20 photos
At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $114 / person
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 354 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Premium Tours
- Meeting point
- Meet outside the Westminster Abbey Shop, 20 Dean's Yard, London SW1P 3JS. Your guide will be holding a white ‘Premium Tours’ sign. Please arrive there at least 10 minutes before the starting time you selected. The Abbey shop is located next to the West entrance.
Description
Following complimentary coffee and pastries at the Cellarium, the 14th century medieval under croft, we enter the Westminster Abbey through the cloister. The cloister entrance offers priority access. This will be followed by an exclusive tour with our professional qualified guide. An architectural masterpiece, Westminster Abbey presents a unique pageant of British history – the shrine of St Edward the confessor, the tombs of kings and queens, and countless memorials to the famous and the great. Our guide will help bring to life this remarkable building where 40 English and British coronations have taken place since 1066. You will hear about the most recent coronation of Charles III that took place on the 6th May, 2023, the marriage of William and Kate – the Prince and Princess of Wales, and also stop briefly to pay our respect and celebrate the life of the late Queen Elizabeth II whose state funeral also took place at the Abbey.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 1:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 17–59)
- $114
- Senior (ages 60+)
- $110
- Child (ages 3–16)
- $101
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Westminster Abbey
An architectural masterpiece, Westminster Abbey presents a unique pageant of British history – the shrine of St Edward the confessor, the tombs of kings and queens, and countless memorials to the famous and the great. Our guide will help bring to life this remarkable building where 40 English and British coronations have taken place since 1066. You will hear about the most recent coronation of Charles III that took place on the 6th May 2023, the marriage of William and Kate – the Prince and Princess of Wales, and also stop briefly to pay our respect and celebrate the life of the late Queen Elizabeth II whose state funeral also took place at the Abbey.
Our first experience of Westminster Abbey, one of the jewels in London’s crown and a must see for any visitor, is in the 14th century medieval under croft. Originally used by the Benedictine monks to store food and drink - the Cellarium is now a unique restaurant, and we pause here for refreshments. (Refreshments included in the price)
What's included
Included
Tour with a live professional guide
Priority access to Westminster Abbey
Maximum of 20 passengers per tour
Coffee and pastries in the 14th century Cellarium
Not included
Transpot to and from the attraction
Gratuity
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
354 reviews
How it compares in London
- Starting price $114 is 70% above the typical $67 for tours of similar length in London
Excurgo comparison of 4,767 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Refreshments served before the tour (Approx. 20 - 30 mins) followed by Westminster Abbey tour (up to 90 mins).
- Gluten-free/Vegan pastries not available at The Cellarium. Plant-based milk is available.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Priority Access Westminster Abbey Tour with a Professional Guide lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $114 per person for this London experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 1:00 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–16 pay from $101, adults from $114. Infants go free.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet outside the Westminster Abbey Shop, 20 Dean's Yard, London SW1P 3JS. Your guide will be holding a white ‘Premium Tours’ sign. Please arrive there at least 10 minutes before the starting time you selected. The Abbey shop is located next to the West entrance. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 354 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Premium Tours.
Reviews(354)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
D
This tour is worth it
The tour allows you to go places others can not. Do the gift shop first so you have time afterwards then you have time to get to your next tour. Good tour to take.
J
Exceptional tour of Westminster Abbey
Frank made this a really wonderful tour. He is really knowledgable, personable and has a great dry sense of humor. We were the first into Westminster Abbey and therefore saw the coronation chair without crowds. Overall, an exceptional tour, and the coffee and pastries were an added bonus.
H
History lessons wrapped...
History lessons wrapped in an immersive experience. Guide was great! There is so much to see… the Cloisters, the Sanctuary, the famous dead entombed or honoured there.
J
Westminster Abby
Too crowded Hard too hear/follow guide! He didn’t speak loud enough - rushed presentation. Pictures shown not well shared for benefit of all in group. Only 19 I believe?
S
Great tour. The guide was...
Great tour. The guide was very knowledgeable and did a great job explaining the high points of the Abbey.
C
Derek was amazing. Great...
Derek was amazing. Great tour with just the right amount of information to understand history of Westminster Abbey.
R
The Tour guide was very...
The Tour guide was very knowledgeable. , friendly and happy to answer any question. Tour was full o Royal History , presented very well by the guide. Definitely recommend this tour .
T
Guided tour is the way to go!
Westminster Abbey is a massive & amazing place to visit. We are so grateful to have had a guided tour because it would have been overwhelming otherwise!
G
A great overview of Westminster Abby
Zozo is an amazing tour guide. He was very informative and shared a vast history of the Abby. I would highly recommend him as a guide.
Compare similar tours in London
- Lowest price: Westminster Abbey Reserved Entry, Big Ben & Buckingham Tour — $92
- Best rated: Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Guided Tour of London — 4.9 (1,174 reviews)
- Shortest: Priority Access Westminster Abbey Tour with a Professional Guide — 2 hours
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priority Access Westminster Abbey Tour with a Professional Guide | 2 hours | 4.8 (354) | $114 | |
 Priority Access Tour of Westminster Abbey with London Eye option | 1h 55min–2h 30min | 4.6 (194) | $114 | View |
 Fast Access Westminster Abbey Private Tour with a London Blue Badge Guide | 2h 30min | 4.9 (31) | $371 | View |
 Westminster Abbey Reserved Entry, Big Ben & Buckingham Tour | 3 hours | 4.4 (158) | $92 | View |
 Westminster Abbey Tour & London Sights with Exclusive Access | 4 hours | — | $199 | View |
 Skip-the-Line Westminster Abbey & Parliament Fully Guided Tour | 3h 45min | 4.6 (178) | $160 | View |
 Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Guided Tour of London | 3h 30min | 4.9 (1,174) | $106 | View |
from$114
4.8(354) Free cancellation