Plan your visit to Westminster Abbey | Timings, facilities, directions & more

• It is recommended that you wear comfortable footwear when visiting the abbey as many of the steps and floor are uneven. 
• While there is no specific dress code to be followed when visiting the abbey, you should show respect and dress modestly. Gentlemen will be expected to remove their hats when they are inside the abbey. 
• It may be quite chilly in the abbey, so remember to dress in layers. 

• Storage facility: You cannot carry large luggage items and backpacks into the abbey. Luggage storage facilities are available at Excess Baggage Company at Charing Cross or Victoria stations, both at walking distance from the abbey.
• Toilets: Toilets are located in the Cloisters, including the wheelchair-accessible ones. 
• Baby-changing areas: Baby-changing facilities are also available at the Cloisters. You can approach the Abbey staff if you need help finding one. 
• Refreshments: You can get light snacks from the kiosk facility at the abbey.
• Gift shop: There is a shop inside the abbey where you can buy souvenirs.

• Wheelchair accessibility: Apart from some areas, Westminster Abbey is mostly wheelchair accessible. There is a ramp at the North Door for easier access for wheelchairs. You can also borrow a wheelchair at the abbey by approaching an Abbey Marshal upon your arrival. 
• Audio guides: An audio-described tour is available for the visually impaired. 
• Hearing loops: A hearing loop system is available throughout the abbey which is also used during services. 
• Signed tours: A British Sign Language guided tour is also available for the hearing-impaired. Printed transcripts of the tour are also available available in 14 different languages.
• Assistance dogs: Guide dogs, hearing dogs and other assistance dogs are welcome into the abbey. No other animals are allowed inside.

• Westminster Abbey is a landmark church of great religious significance so remember to conduct yourself accordingly while visiting it. 
• Westminster Abbey does not have an official dress code. However, it is expected that visitors show respect and sensitivity and wear modest clothing. Please do not wear low-cut or sleeveless outfits, mini-skirts, shorts, or hats inside the abbey.
• Bags bigger than 40x30x25 cm are not allowed inside the church.
• Alcohol, drugs, and sharp objects are restricted at Westminster Abbey.
• Video recording, flash photography, extra lighting, selfie sticks, and tripods are not permitted.
• Outside food and drinks aren’t allowed inside the abbey. There are several cafes nearby if you want a meal before or after your visit.
• Only service animals are allowed inside. Pets are not permitted.

• Try and book your tickets in advance with a time slot to ensure entry and avoid long lines. You can also get some great discounts when purchasing tickets online. 
• If you need any help during your visit, you can approach the Abbey staff.
• Wheelchair users and their caregivers get free admission every day. 
• Wear comfortable shoes because the old stone floors can be uneven and you will be walking around a lot. 

• Cellarium Cafe & Terrace: Located at the end of the west Clositers, Cellarium Cafe offers an elegant eating experience. The restaurant has a gorgeous vaulted ceiling and provides a stunning view of Westminster Abbey. Make a quick pitstop for Afternoon Tea here.
• The Red Lion (0.3 km): This cozy restaurant offers traditional British cuisine. Visit Fuller's Kitchen’s The Red Lion for delicious tavern food, and don't miss Fuller's London Pride pie!
• Sapori (0.8 km): Sapori is an Italian high-end restaurant famous for authentic dishes like Spezzatino di Vitello (slow-cooked veal stew with mushrooms). Enjoy a good cocktail with a fine cigar!

• Luxury hotels: The Royal Horseguards Hotel & One Whitehall Place (from £214 | 770 m), Hyatt Regency London Albert Embankment (from £226 | 930 m), London Marriott Hotel County Hall (from £368 | 590 m)
• Mid-budget hotels: Best Western Corona Hotel (from £101 | 1.6 km), Park Plaza County Hall London (from £132 | 790 m), Novotel London Waterloo (from £138 | 790 m)
• Budget hotels: The Walrus Bar & Hostel (from £36 | 900 m), London Waterloo Hostel (from £41 | 1.1 km), Colliers Hotel (from £46 | 1.4 km)

After you visit Westminster Abbey, you can also visit iconic landmarks close to it:

• Churchill War Rooms (482 m): Delve into the heart of British wartime strategy at the Churchill War Rooms. Explore the secret underground bunker where Winston Churchill and his Cabinet made critical decisions that shaped the course of World War II.
• London Dungeon (804 m): The London Dungeon is a thrilling and immersive experience that takes you on a journey through London's darkest history.
• Shreks’ Adventure! London (804 m): Go on a hilarious and interactive adventure through the magical world of Far Far Away. Join Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, and other beloved characters in this experience.
• SEA Life London Aquarium (804 m): Dive into an underwater world at SEA Life London Aquarium and see sharks, rays, seahorses, and colorful tropical fish.
• London Eye (965 m): Soar above the London skyline on the London Eye. Enjoy panoramic views of the city's famous landmarks, including Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and the Houses of Parliament, from a unique bird's-eye perspective.