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British Royalty & Westminster Abbey Tour

4.8(17 reviews)London, EnglandOperated by Top Sights Tours Group LLC
  • Duration5 hours
  • GroupShared · max 15
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Explore Westminster's top 20 royal landmarks.

After a 3 hour walking tour of royal London, enter Westminster Abbey; the church where British Monarchs have been holding their coronations since 1066.

We meet at Green Park Underground station where we will walk through Green Park to Buckingham Palace. Where we will watch the world famous changing of the guard ceremony (Only on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays - daily in June & July). This tradition has been going on for centuries! We will then walk up the Royal Mall where we will pass two more Royal Residences and down Whitehall, to Westminster Palace, our last Palace.

Our guides are full of funny stories and interesting facts that are sure to entertain! Quintessentially British walking tour!

After which, you will head to Westminster abbey. There have been 16 royal weddings at the abbey since 1100! Most Kings and Queens are buried in Westminster Abbey.

What to expect

5 hours6 stopsShared tourMax 15 travellers
  1. Buckingham Palace

    Spur Road, London, SW1A 1AA, United Kingdom

    1 hour

    After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace. On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot! Afterwards, walk along the Royal Mall.

  2. Trafalgar Square

    Trafalgar Sq, London, WC2N 5DS, United Kingdom

    20 minutes

    Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.

  3. Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

    Horse Guards Whitehall, London, SW1A 2AX, United Kingdom

    20 minutes

    Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!

  4. Whitehall

    London, SW1A 2BX, United Kingdom

    30 minutes

    Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This is home to many grand buildings and monuments, as well as Downing Street where British Prime Ministers have lived and worked since 1735!

  5. Houses of Parliament

    Parliament Square, London, SW1A 0AA, United Kingdom

    50 minutes

    At Parliament Square, you’ll see the incredible Palace of Westminster (home to the Houses of Parliament) and the iconic Big Ben clock up close, as well as views of the London Eye and Churchill Statue.

  6. Westminster Abbey

    20 Dean's Yard, Broad Sanctuary, London, SW1P 3PA, United Kingdom

    2 hoursAdmission included

    Continue to Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned! We'll pre-book your entry tickets for after the walking tour, so no need to join the long ticket line! Once inside, explore at your own pace with the help of a free audio guide (available in multiple languages)

Pickup & meeting point

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Start

- We meet outside of the Ritz hotel (Address: 150 Piccadilly) - Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs - The nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station

End

After your walking tour, return to Westminster Abbey. We will pre-book your tickets so you can enter quickly - no need to wait in the ticket line!

Redemption

Indirect delivery

Please arrive 15 minutes before the experience starts. Meeting Point: The Ritz London Hotel, 150 Piccadilly, St. James's, London W1J 9BR, UK - We meet outside of The Ritz Hotel. - Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs. - Nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station - When you get to Green Park Underground station, take the left-hand exit. You will see a set of stairs and a ramp leading out of the station. Take the stairs. - You will walk past the Big Bus Company people and in front of you is the Ritz Hotel & the meeting point! Sadly, we do not refund latecomers. Please use a journey planner to ensure you leave enough time to get to the starting point.

What's included

Included

  • Entry Ticket to Westminster Abbey with Audio Guide
  • Walking tour of the Top 20 sights of London in Westminster (3 hours)
  • Local Fun Guide

Not included

  • Food and drinks (please bring your own drinks & snacks)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off : please meet us at the starting point
  • Umbrella if it looks like rain!
  • Your guide will direct you to Westminster Abbey at the end of the tour, but won't accompany you.

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 15 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Infant (0–5), Child (6–17), Adult (18–99)

Languages

Guide
English

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 4 hours before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Europe/London
Product code
75760P109

What you'll be asked when booking

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Traveller reviews

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Ratings aggregated from Viator (9) and Tripadvisor (8).

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