What’s inside Westminster Abbey? Artifacts, monuments, and Gothic design

Yes, photography is permitted in most areas, though flash is prohibited, and sensitive sites like the Henry VII Chapel are restricted.

Yes, the Coronation Chair is displayed within the Abbey, but protective barriers limit direct contact to preserve its historic condition.

Yes, complimentary audio guides in multiple languages explain major highlights, including chapels, royal tombs, and the Henry VII Chapel.

The Shrine of Edward the Confessor, dating to the 13th century, remains the Abbey’s oldest surviving and most venerated interior feature.

A thorough visit typically takes two to three hours, allowing time to see chapels, tombs, Poets’ Corner, and Henry VII Chapel.

Yes, most areas are accessible, including Henry VII Chapel, though some historic stairways may require staff assistance for access.

Yes, the Triforium Galleries provide elevated views across the Nave, showcasing Gothic architecture alongside exhibitions of historic manuscripts and regalia.

No, refreshments are not sold inside the Abbey itself, but the Cloisters and nearby Abbey Café provide dining options.

Only guide dogs and assistance animals are permitted inside, ensuring accessibility while protecting the Abbey’s sacred interior spaces.

No strict dress code applies, but respectful attire is encouraged since the Abbey remains an active place of worship.