Guided Tour of London: Skip-the-Line Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham

Skip the lines and explore the iconic Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace on a guided walking tour of London’s City of Westminster. Discover the royal history and heritage of the Abbey and learn about the British royal family and politics. Book now!

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Parliament Square - Meet your guide in front of Sir Winston Churchill Statue, Parliament Square, London SW1P 3JX, UK

  • Big Ben - Feel the thrill of stepping into a world where history comes to life. Have you ever dreamed of standing where kings and queens were crowned? Follow them through the ornate door of Westminster Abbey to the coronation chair - one of the world’s most important symbols of royal power. Let your heart race as you hear stories of royal love, loss, and legacy that have shaped the British nation. Don’t just read about history - live it, see ghosts of the past and hear every corner of this sacred site whisper its history.

  • Houses of Parliament - Step into the epicenter of British politics and pageantry as you wander through the City of Westminster, surrounded by the grandeur of its monuments. Take a closer look at the Palace of Westminster, home to the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. Have you ever wondered why the palace’s iconic clock tower is called Big Ben? Or why do the members of Parliament traditionally pray at St Margaret’s Church? Feel the thrill of uncovering these secrets of London!

  • Westminster Abbey - Breathe in the fresh air of the green trees in St James Park as you stroll along its royal monuments and trace centuries of royal history. Does every royal route lead to the grand entrance of Buckingham Palace? How many royal guards protect the royal residence? Is the King at home right now? Book your tour now and connect with London’s past and present in a way that will last in your memory forever.
    walking tour of the City of Westminster includes priority access and guided sightseeing in Westminster Abbey. We provide skip-the-line tickets. It is a group tour, so you will be exploring in a group of max 20 people. The tour will be conducted in the language chosen when making a booking. All of our tours are led by expert Blue Badge Guides. Book 1 of the best selling London Westminster Abbey Tours!

  • Buckingham Palace - We’ll explore the beating heart of London, learning about the British government and politics as we admire the magnificent Palace of Westminster - home to the Houses of Parliament and the iconic Big Ben. The guide will also show us many monuments to important historical figures, such as Sir Winston Churchill and Mahatma Gandhi. We’ll then head to the main gate of Buckingham Palace, to admire the exterior of one of the world’s most famous royal residences and to hear fascinating stories about the late Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Diana of Wales, Queen Victoria and other inspiring members of the British royal family.

What's Included
  • Guided Tour of Westminster Abbey and Top Sights of the City of Westminster, London
  • Group size limited to 20 people
  • Priority group entry to Westminster Abbey
  • 5-Star Licensed Guide with live commentary in 1 chosen language
  • Skip-the-line tickets and tour of Westminster Abbey
What's Not Included
  • Headsets
  • Tickets to Buckingham Palace
  • Tickets to Big Ben
Additional Information

Picture yourself as the next heir to the British throne, visiting London for the first time, and discovering the city’s royal heritage as you visit the majestic Westminster Abbey and the royal district. Long long time ago… uncover London’s mysteries!

Highlights:
• Trace centuries of London’s royal heritage with a 5-Star Master Storyteller
• Seamlesly enter the Westminster Abbey and discover its royal treasures
• Follow the royal route to Buckigham Palace, the official residence of kings and queens
• Hear the legend of Big Ben, an iconic clock tower of the Palace of Westminster
• Immerse yourself in fascinating tales about British monarchs, politics and historic events

You’re King Sæberht who, according to one legend, laid the first stone of Westminster Abbey. Or was it King Lucius who did it? Which legend is true? Step inside the Abbey, follow the royal route to Buckingham Palace and see London’s history through the royal lens. Book now not just a tour, but a voyage through time!

  • We recommend arriving at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts, as latecomers won’t be able to join the group or receive a refund.
  • Our group tours are conducted only in 1 language. You can select your preferred language when booking.
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Westminster Abbey give you access to a priority entrance for groups. Entry during masses and special events is restricted. It is a place of worship so all visitors, including infants, should keep noise to a minimum. Access for prams is limited.
  • Tickets to Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Westminster Palace and other attractions are not included in this tour.
  • There is no luggage storage so please do not bring extra clothing, umbrellas, large bags, suitcases, scooters, etc.
  • Pets are not allowed.
  • Be aware that it is a walking tour, so you should be in good condition and wear comfortable shoes.
  • This tour is not suitable for people with disabilities.
  • There will be a maximum of 20 participants.
Location
Parliament Square
Meet your guide in front of Sir Winston Churchill Statue, Parliament Square, London SW1P 3JX, UK (51.500914768147595, -0.12643736751255094)
Cancellation Policy

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

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Sunshine05267118654
Aug 20, 2024
Amazing guided tour of Westminster Abbey, and more! - Our tour of the Abbey was fantastic! Our guide, Natasha was very knowledgeable and entertaining. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a guided walk in London and tour of Westminster Abbey.
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Allyson_t
Aug 20, 2024
Expert tour guide, even our kids enjoyed it! - Lucy was very knowledgeable! She knew how to expertly navigate the group through the tour, sharing her knowledge with competency and humor. She really brought history to life for us.
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Vanessa_j
Aug 19, 2024
Fascinating and informative. - Wonderful and informative. Our guide, Lucy, was fantastic. She was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining. Highly recommend her.
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R5242jodianae
Aug 17, 2024
Great tour, insightful guide - We had a great time on our tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and shared lots of historical and interesting facts along the entire route. I highly recommend.
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Lauranne_w
Aug 17, 2024
Highly recommend! - Our tour guide was amazing! Very knowledgeable and a great storyteller. Westminster Abbey was the highlight but walking around Parliament Square and learning so much of London’s history was fascinating. The tour ended near Buckingham Palace so we opted to visit there after our tour was over and it was perfect. The tour length and value of information learned couldn’t have been better. But our tour guide was the best!
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Gregory_s
Aug 16, 2024
Great - Westminster Abbey was amazing and the tour guide was very knowledgable. I highly recommend this tour.
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Shobhna_d
Aug 16, 2024
Viator tours and best experience - we had an excellent guide with lot of knowledge - which made our tour very interesting and enjoyable. He went out of his way to show some or point iconic buildings while on walk tour . we had a wonderful time in the Abbey . Small group tour was excellent and would recommend to anyone.
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Jeffrey_s
Aug 15, 2024
Knowledgeable - Lucy was very knowledgeable. She pointed out so many interesting things that I would have missed on my own.
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Scott_a
Aug 15, 2024
Natasha was a gracious... - Natasha was a gracious and energetic host! She knows all the main attractions and history, but also throws in some special experiences and information...making the tour extra memorable.
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Krishnan_s
Aug 18, 2024
Okay experience, not worth the 120 dollars per head spent on this tour - 1. Check in was a little disorganized 2. Could not hear the guide properly. The guide should have a megaphone or the participants should have been provided small walkie talkies 3. The guide was not very thorough with details. She couldn’t make the tour very interesting
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