A working church, a coronation venue, and 3,300 years of history
Westminster Abbey Tickets: What to Know Before You Go
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Entrance Ticket with Audio Guide
Best for: Every first-time visitor: self-paced entry with a narrated multimedia guide included
From £31.00
- Timed entry
- Multimedia audio guide
- Plan 1 to 2 hours
Free cancellation*
View ticketsWestminster Walking Tour with Abbey Entry
Best for: Visitors who want Westminster Abbey as part of a broader guided walk of the area
From £98.00
- 3-hour walking tour of Westminster’s top sights
- Buckingham Palace and the Changing of the Guard viewing spot
- Westminster Abbey entrance ticket
- Local guide
- Plan about 5 hours
Free cancellation*
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| Package | Best for | Includes | Time needed | From | Cancellation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance Ticket with Audio GuideBook | Every first-time visitor: self-paced entry with a narrated multimedia guide included | Timed entry, Multimedia audio guide | Plan 1 to 2 hours | From £31.00 | Free cancellation |
| Westminster Walking Tour with Abbey EntryBook | Visitors who want Westminster Abbey as part of a broader guided walk of the area | 3-hour walking tour of Westminster’s top sights, Buckingham Palace and the Changing of the Guard viewing spot, Westminster Abbey entrance ticket, Local guide | Plan about 5 hours | From £98.00 | Free cancellation |
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Is Westminster Abbey worth visiting?
Yes, for anyone interested in British history. This Gothic church has hosted every coronation since William the Conqueror’s in 1066, 16 royal weddings, and is the resting place or memorial for over 3,300 people, including 30 monarchs, scientists and poets.
The real decision is not whether to go. It is timing your visit around the Abbey’s working-church hours, since it closes to sightseers on Sundays and can close at short notice for services.
What you will see
The audio-guided route covers four highlights most visitors build a plan around.
Good to know
- Poets’ Corner: memorials to Chaucer, Shakespeare and Dickens among Britain’s literary figures
- The Coronation Chair: built in 1296 for Edward I and used at every coronation since
- Henry VII Lady Chapel: England’s celebrated fan-vaulted ceiling and royal tombs, including Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots
- The Cloisters: a quieter arcaded walkway around the Cloister Garth lawn, a good rest stop partway through
Which ticket suits your visit?
Most visitors do well on the entrance ticket alone. It is self-paced, with a narrated audio guide covering the same highlights a group tour would point out.
Choose the walking tour if you want Westminster Abbey folded into a wider first look at the area. A live guide covers Buckingham Palace and 20 more sights along the way.
How much time you need
Plan 1 to 2 hours for a self-paced visit with the included audio guide, which runs to about an hour on its own. The wider Westminster walking tour with Abbey entry takes about 5 hours. A separately bookable, phone-reserved verger-led tour runs 90 minutes and reaches areas the self-guided route does not, including the Shrine of St Edward the Confessor.
When to go, and opening hours
The Abbey is busiest late morning to early afternoon, especially on weekends and school holidays. The first entry slot or the last hour of the afternoon are the quietest windows.
The Abbey is closed to sightseeing on Sundays, when it is open for worship only. It can also close at short notice for state or royal services, so check the live opening-hours page before you go.
Getting there
Westminster station (Circle, District and Jubilee lines) is about a 4-minute walk. Westminster Pier, for a Thames river cruise, and the London Eye are both a short walk away across Westminster Bridge.
What to know before booking
Book online for priority entry and to avoid the door-ticket price. Popular mid-morning weekend slots can sell out several weeks ahead in peak season.
Good to know
- Both reviewed options can be cancelled free up to 24 hours ahead
- Dress respectfully -- the Abbey is an active church, not a museum
- Comfortable flat shoes recommended: floors are uneven in places
What to see next
Westminster sits at the centre of royal and political London -- Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament are next door. The London Eye is about a 10-minute walk across Westminster Bridge, and Westminster Pier, for a Thames river cruise, is closer still.
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Questions people ask
How much is a Westminster Abbey ticket?
The entrance ticket with a multimedia audio guide is From £31.00 per person. A 5-hour guided walking tour of Westminster with Abbey entry included is From £98.00.
Is Westminster Abbey open on Sundays?
No. Sunday is reserved for worship, and the Abbey is closed to sightseeing that day. Plan your visit for another day of the week.
Can I cancel or get a refund?
Yes -- both the entrance ticket and the walking tour can be cancelled for a full refund up to 24 hours before your visit.
How long does a Westminster Abbey visit take?
Plan 1 to 2 hours for a self-paced visit with the audio guide. The wider Westminster walking tour with Abbey entry included takes about 5 hours.
Which station is best for Westminster Abbey?
Westminster, on the Circle, District and Jubilee lines, is about a 4-minute walk.
Is there a dress code?
No strict dress code for sightseeing visits. The Abbey is an active church and asks visitors to dress respectfully. Comfortable flat shoes are recommended for the uneven floors.
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Every guide fact above was checked on the dates shown.
- Westminster Abbey — history — www.westminster-abbey.org/history (checked 2026-09-17)
- Westminster Abbey — coronations at the Abbey — www.westminster-abbey.org/history/coronations-at-the-abbey/a-history-of-coronations (checked 2026-09-17)
- Westminster Abbey — royal tombs — www.westminster-abbey.org/history/explore-our-history/royal-tombs (checked 2026-09-17)
- Westminster Abbey — guided tours — www.westminster-abbey.org/visit-us/guided-tours (checked 2026-09-17)
- Westminster Abbey — opening times and prices — www.westminster-abbey.org/visit-us/opening-times-and-prices/ (checked 2026-09-17)
- Westminster Abbey — accessibility — www.westminster-abbey.org/accessibility/ (checked 2026-09-17)
- Westminster Abbey — visitor FAQ — www.westminster-abbey.org/faq (checked 2026-09-17)
- The booking platform — Westminster Abbey entrance ticket with audio guide — The booking platform (checked 2026-09-17)
- The booking platform — Westminster guided walking tour with Abbey entry — The booking platform (checked 2026-09-17)