Skip the Line into Houses of Parliament & Westminster Abbey Fully-Guided Tour

Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament are two of London’s highlight landmarks—and on this tour, you’ll have special access to both. Skip the line at Westminster Abbey and head inside the soaring church, where your guide will share facts about its royal history. Next, you’ll have the rare opportunity to explore parts of the interior of the Houses of Parliament, which is frequently off-limits to the public.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Parliament Square, Westminster, London SW1P 3BD England

Meet your guide and small group of travelers. Here, your guide will introduce themselves before heading to the first stop of the tour.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Westminster Abbey, 20 Dean's Yard Broad Sanctuary, London SW1P 3PA England

Your day begins with skip the line entry into Westminster Abbey, the most serene time to see Britain’s most cherished church. With roots dating back over 1,000 years, this Gothic masterpiece is the traditional coronation site and burial ground of kings and queens, along with national heroes like Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, and William Wilberforce. On your visit, you’ll learn from a local expert guide how the British monarchy helped shape the country’s conversion to democracy, as well as a few interesting tidbits about Winston Churchill, one of the only non-royals to ever lay in state in the Abbey after his death.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Houses of Parliament, Parliament Square, London SW1A 0AA England

Then, discover The Houses of Parliament. Enjoy a guided tour of the British Democracy with a qualified, Blue Badge tour guide, instead of following the audio guide. Visit the Chamber of the House of Commons, where Britain’s elected Masters of Parliament meet. Head over to the chamber of the House of Lords, where peers who had inherited their titles from the bluest bloodlines in the nation used to sit. Learn the highlights of the building’s history, including a failed bomb plot in 1605 that the British still celebrate today (ever hear of Guy Fawkes Night-). Walk in the footsteps of Henry VIII and Winston Churchill. History, legend, lore, and a lot of pomp and circumstance mix and mingle as you take in nearly one thousand years of history from one of the best guides in London.

Duration: 2 hours



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour."
"Comfortable walking shoes recommended."
"Please note that for security reasons bag searches will take place at Westminster Abbey and Houses of Parliament."
"Near public transportation"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"Walks complies with all local government regulations. You may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. Please refer to UK government guidelines for the most up to date information."
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 3 Hours 45 Minutes
Start location: Sir Winston Churchill statue, Parliament Sq, London SW1P 3JX, UK

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Headsets
• Entrance to Westminster Abbey
• Entrance to Houses of Parliament
• Fully guided tour inside Houses of Parliament & Westminster Abbey
• Expert Guide
• Entry/Admission - Westminster Abbey
• Entry/Admission - Houses of Parliament

Not Included

• Food & Beverages
• Gratuities
• Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

Facilities