Immerse yourself in two iconic London experiences in one morning on this unforgettable tour. Begin your day with an up close view of the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Your guide will lead you straight to the best vantage points and most secluded spots for a close-up peek at London’s most popular spectacle. Witness the ceremony from two different angles as your guide regales you with the unbelievable history of the iconic tradition. Then, while others stand in line, you’ll head straight into Westminster Abbey, where more than 10 centuries of history await. Hear tales of coronations, royal weddings, monarchs, soldiers, heroes, villains, and more as you explore England’s most important Gothic building with an expert guide.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $673.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Meet your guide and small group outside Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament to get a brief introduction into the history of this important area.
Get your camera ready and enjoy a view of this famous tower before your guided tour of Westminster Abbey. Your guide will share an overview of its history and how it became a symbol of London.
If the group tour option selected, catch the soldiers preparing for the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony. While you wait, your expert guide will share what the guards' duties entail and the symbolism behind their eccentric uniforms. You'll march alongside the soldiers and head to a special vantage point that lets you get as close as possible to the action. Please Note: The 'Changing of the Guard' can be cancelled last minute due to bad weather, and does not take place every day. On days this ceremony does not take place, guests will see the King's Life Guard Change, Horse Guards Parade. Please also note that access to the panoramic viewpoint may be limited due to local events.
Discover the most important Gothic building in the country, with a rich history and an equally interesting present. Skip the line and head straight inside to hear stories of the significant historical events that have taken place here, along with details of the decor that can be hard to decipher on your own. See the Coronation Chair, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and the High Altar, where many royal weddings have taken place. You’ll also visit the tombs of some of the most important figures in history, including Charles Darwin, Edward V, and Sir Isaac Newton.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Westminster Abbey Tour with Guard Change & Big Ben lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
Prices start at $120 per person for this London experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $673. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 10:00 AM and 1:30 PM.
Children aged 6–17 pay from $107, adults from $120. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at Viscount Palmerston Statue, Parliament Sq, London SW1P 3JX. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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The tour guide did a good job, but there was a lot of walking at a fairly quick pace. He did find us a good spot to watch Changing of the Guard. The Westminster Abby portion of the tour was a little too in-depth for us!
Nigel was very entertaining, funny and knowledgeable. Unfortunately, we did not get to see the changing of the guards because it was canceled because it was too hot. That was very rare. Nigel was very considerate of the heat and tried to keep us in the shade as much as possible. Westminster Abbey was the best part. It was extremely impressive, and Nigel had great stories to tell about it. He helped us navigate the crowd so it could be the best experience possible. There were glitches with the microphone, but Nigel tried his best to correct the issue so we could hear everything. Overall, it was a great experience.
Great experience with skip-the-line access of Westminster Abbey. Lots of walking but worth it to see the guard change and parts of St. James park. Our guide Julia helped us navigate Westminster Abbey which was a feat in itself since it is such a massive place with a thousand years of history. Would highly recommend it.
Be aware of standing ans walking throughout. Essentially two tours in one. Very comprehensive and informative tours. Unfortunately heat played key role in last part of the tour. I would advise break between the two parts. Water and snack break but no time on this schedule to stop.
Excellent tour, very informative
We had a meaningful and rich historical account of the monuments and moments around Westminster. Karen, our Blue Badge guide, was exceptional and brought great depth and emotion to the experience. My second visit to Westminster Abbey and the Blue Badge guided experience far exceeded wandering about with a guidebook.
The tour guide (David S.) was fantastic! Another well done tour with Walks.
Nice walking tour before going into Westminster. It was very crowded but we were able to hear our guide well through the audio. It did feel a bit rushed but you can stay longer after the tour to see anything you may have missed.
Loved Nick as a guide. The tour was funny and informative. I would 1000% recommend again without a doubt!
David was very knowledgeable. He kept it interesting and my kids did not get bored but adults loved it as well. He also took us to the best spot for the changing of the guards which was so fun!
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| Westminster Abbey Tour with Guard Change & Big Ben | 3 hours | 4.8 (67) | $120 | |
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