Guided tour inside Westminster Abbey and outside the Houses of Parliament

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Place: London

Duration: 4 hours

Language: English

Availability: See calendar

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Guided Tour

Subject expert guide

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Group tour

Wheelchair accessible

Do this because

Discover Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament
Learn about the history behind the Elizabeth Tower and Big Ben
Get a better understanding of the workings of Parliament and find out interesting information relating to the role and function of MPs, Lords and key officers across parliament

What to expect

Book your tickets now to discover interesting information relating to the role and function of MPs, Lords and key officers across parliament. Don't miss the chance on touring the Westminster Abbey alongside your professional guide. You will also discover how and why the Elizabeth Tower, the Great Clock and the Great Bell and Big Ben, were built.

Join your expert guide at the entrance of Westminster Abbey for a guided tour of the building, then moving onto the Parliament where you will get a better understanding of the workings of Parliament outside the monument.

The ostentatious exterior of the building offers a picturesque view while the golden spires and statues of kings are reflected in the river. The palace is flanked by the Victoria Tower.

Find out about the history of the Elizabeth Tower; from the first medieval clock tower built in the old Palace of Westminster to the design and construction of the present Elizabeth Tower. Big Ben has become one of the most famous images of London, and one of the main symbols of the city and the structure of the Palace of Westminster is considered a World Heritage site by UNESCO since 1987.

Infants get free admission but require a ticket, please select your free ticket at check-out
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the starting time
Please dress appropriately, wear sensible shoes and remove hats whilst visiting Westminster Abbey as it is a place of worship
Personal photography is permitted in the Westminster Abbey church (some areas are forbidden) but please do not use flash photography, tripods or take pictures during services
Large items, such as suitcases or large backpacks are not allowed inside Westminster Abbey and there are no storage facilities and any bags with wheels are not allowed inside the Abbey as they can damage the floor
Security checks will take place before entry to the Abbey, your bag will be searched before you go in
Some areas of the Abbey are inaccessible to wheelchairs and visitors with reduced mobility
Assistance dogs are welcome in the Westminster Abbey
The Abbey is equipped with a hearing loop system
There are no minimum or maximum capacities for this tour