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Westminster Abbey is an important monument for the British Royal family. Ever since Christmas Day in 1066, every British Monarch has been crowned at the Westminster Abbey. The abbey is an important and symbolic attraction that is worth visiting for all travellers. If you’re planning to visit Westminster Abbey, here’s everything that you will need to know.
Westminster Abbey | Visitor Information at a Glance
- What are Westminster Abbey opening hours?
Monday to Friday- 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM (last entry at 3:30 PM), Saturday- 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM (last entry at 1:00 PM), Sunday- Open for services. - Where is Westminster Abbey located?
Westminster Abbey is located at Dean's Yard, London SW1P 3PA, United Kingdom. Get directions. - How long does a Westminster Abbey tour take?
It takes about 90 minutes to two hours to explore the entirety of Westminster Abbey.
How to Enter Westminster Abbey?
You will need to buy a ticket to take a tour of Westminster Abbey. However, you can enter for free if you wish to pray or attend a service. As Westminster Abbey is a working church, there may be some days when the abbey is closed or some portions are unavailable for visits. Make sure that you buy your tickets beforehand to ensure entry into the monument.
There are two entrances at Westminster Abbey, the North Door and the West Door. You can enter the abbey through either of these doors and you can redeem your tickets at either of these entrances. Both doors are decorated with beautiful sculptures as well.
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Address: Westminster Abbey, 20 Deans Yd, London SW1P 3PA, United Kingdom
Westminster Abbey is accessible by all kinds of public transport, including train, tube, and buses.
More on Getting to Westminster AbbeyGetting to Westminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey is a popular attraction in London and hundreds of visitors and tourists visit the abbey every day. As the abbey is well connected through public transport in London, we would suggest that you either take a bus or a tube to Westminster Abbey.
By Tube
The nearest underground stations are Westminster and St James Park, each about five minutes away from the abbey.
By Train
The nearest train stations are Waterloo and Victoria, each at less than a 20-minute walk away from the abbey.
By Bus
Take bus number 11, 24, 88, 148 or 211 and get down at the entrance of Westminster Abbey. Route numbers 3, 12, 53, 53X, 87, 88, 109, 159 and 453 stop close to the abbey as well.
By Car
The closest car park is on the Great College Street, a three-minute walk from the abbey. There are also other private parking facilities at walking distances.
What is Inside Westminster Abbey?
Westminster Abbey is a grand structure built in the medieval period with Gothic architectural style. Each section of the abbey has its own specialty and is used for a specific purpose. You can find tombs, burials and memorials, not just for British Royals, but also other famous people of the past. You can visit the Chapter House, where monks gather for prayers, the Poet’s corner, where there are more than 100 burials and memorials for poets and writers or the Coronation Chair, which has been at the center of British coronations for more than 700 years.
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- It is recommended that you wear comfortable footwear when visiting the abbey as much of the steps and floor are uneven.
- While there is no specific dress code to be followed when visiting the abbey, it is better that you 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.
- 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 avail a wheelchair for use at the abbey by approaching an Abbey Marshal upon your arrival.
- Visually Impaired: An audio-described tour is available for the visually impaired.
- Hearing Impaired: A hearing loop system is available throughout the abbey which is also used during services. 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.
- Locker: You will not be allowed to 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 distances from the abbey.
- Toilets: Toilets are located in the Cloisters, including the wheelchair accessible ones.
- Baby Changing Facilities: Baby changing facilities are also available at the Cloisters. You can approach the abbey staff if you need help finding one.
- Photography: Personal photography is allowed only in the church and the cloisters. However, make sure to use no flash. Photography is not prohibited during services.
- There are no parking facilities at Westminster Abbey.
- The closest car park is at Great College Street, which is a three-minute walk away from Westminster Abbey.
- Apart from this, there is a Q-Park Victoria on Arneway Street and a Waterloo Car Park on York Road.
There are two shops available at Westminster Abbey, where you can buy tea, tapestries, gifts and other spiritual items.
- Main Shop Address: Westminster Abbey Shop, Broad Sanctuary, London SW1P 3JS, United Kingdom
- Cellarium Shop Address: Cellarium Shop, Dean's Yard, London, SW1P 3PA, United Kingdom
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Safestay London Elephant & Castle, Generator London, St Christopher’s Inn Village - Mid-Range Hotels
Hotel Z Victoria, Belgrave Hotel London, Best Western - Luxury Hotels
Hilton London Tower, The Savoy Hotel, The London EDITION
After your visit to Westminster Abbey, you can also visit iconic landmarks close to it.
- Tower of London: An iconic monument in London and one of the oldest sites in the city.
- Tower Bridge: One of London's most striking bridges with Neo-Gothic architecture.
- Churchill War Rooms: Walk through the corridors of the Churchill War Rooms and get a glimpse of life during WWII.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Visiting Westminster Abbey
Can I visit Westminster Abbey for free?
Westminster Abbey provides free entry for attending services and individual prayer. However, if you want to visit Westminster Abbey for a tour, you will have to buy a ticket.
Where can I buy tickets to visit Westminster Abbey?
You can easily buy online tickets for Westminster Abbey here.
How can I enter Westminster Abbey?
There are two doors at Westminster Abbey, the North Door and the West Door. You can show your ticket at either of these entrances to enter Westminster Abbey.
What is the best time to visit Westminster Abbey?
If you want to explore the abbey while avoiding crowds, then it is better that you come right after the abbey opens in the morning. You can also visit the abbey on Wednesdays when it is usually open till 6 PM and also free from crowds.
How long does it take to tour Westminster Abbey?
The tour of the entire Westminster Abbey could take you anywhere between 90 minutes to two hours.
What are the different ways I can visit Westminster Abbey?
Westminster Abbey is well connected with all the public transports in London. You can either catch a bus, a tube, a train, or even drive yourself to easily reach the abbey.
Is there parking available at Westminster Abbey?
Westminster Abbey doesn’t offer parking, but you can find other parking facilities nearby that are only a few minutes away from the abbey.
What is the best way to get to Westminster Abbey?
Since Westminster Abbey is well connected to both buses and tubes, it is better that you catch either of these which will take you directly to Westminster Abbey or drop you close nearby.
What is the cancellation policy on my Westminster Abbey tickets?
Unfortunately, once you buy your Westminster Abbey tickets, they cannot be cancelled, amended or rescheduled.
