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Westminster Abbey

Explore over 1,000 years of British history at this UNESCO World Heritage Site, a Gothic architectural masterpiece

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Highlights

  • Explore over 1,000 years of history in this temple consecrated in 1269, but already active since 1066, when William the Conqueror was crowned King.
  • Investigate the Poet’s Corner, a section of the Cathedral where Charles Dickens and other writers are buried.
  • Marvel at the Coronation Chair, where kings and queens of England have received their crowns since 1307, with the coronation of Edward II.
  • Visit the tomb of the Unknown Warrior, an anonymous soldier killed during WWI and laid to rest next to some of the most famous people of the history of the Nation, as a sign of respect for those who died at war without identification.

Notre Dame de Paris, The Augmented Exhibition (7 February - 1 June)

  • Come see a major immersive exhibition celebrating links between the UK and France.
  • Notre Dame de Paris, The Augmented Exhibition reveals the story of the French gothic cathedral from its earliest origins in the 12th century.
  • Portrays 850 years of history up to the devastating fire in 2019.
  • The exhibition is an interactive journey to show the skill, artistry and vision over the ages of its architects, craftsmen and builders.

What's included

  • Westminster Abbey entry
  • Entry to Notre Dame de Paris, The Augmented Exhibition (running from 7 February - 1 June) 
     

Prepare for the experience

Children information

  • Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Accessibility information

  • Some areas of the Abbey are inaccessible to wheelchairs and visitors with reduced mobility.
  • Free admission is available to disabled visitors and their carers.
  • Wheelchair users should enter the Abbey through the North Door, where there is a small ramped step.
  • Please contact our team should you require further accessibility information regarding this Tour.

Additional information

  • Groups of 10 or more must be pre-booked and cannot be admitted without a reservation.
  • You will require a printed copy of your e-ticket.

The Abbey is open daily except for Sundays.

Times may vary due to special events and services. Please check prior to visiting.

Regular opening hours are:

  • Monday-Friday: 09:30am – 03:30pm
  • Saturday:
    September-April: 09:30am–01:00pm 
       May-August: 09:00am-03:00pm

Closure dates:

  • 23 - 25 December

How to get there

  • Address: 20 Deans Yard, Westminster, London SW1P 3PA
  • Nearest station: Westminster, 0.2 miles.

Supplier information

This product is sold by VisitBritain Shop and provided by Golden Tours.

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From: £27.00

Once you have completed your booking, you will receive an instant order confirmation via email from VisitBritain and a second email with the e-ticket including a QR code. A paper print out is required, so please bring this with you when visiting the attraction.

From
£27.00