Westminster Abbey Ticket in London

Highlights of Westminster Abbey

• Founded around 960 AD by a community of Benedictine monks, the site evolved into the Gothic church seen today.
• Since 1066 it has been the coronation church of the British monarchs — with over 39 coronations held here.
• It is the final resting place of 17 monarchs, and many other notable figures including scientists, writers and artists.
• Architecturally a masterpiece: major construction under Henry III from 1245, with a richly ornamented chapel (the Henry VII Chapel) and exquisite detailing.
• It remains a working church (“royal peculiar” status) and an immersive part of Britain’s heritage and national life.

What’s Included in Westminster Abbey Tickets

• Entry to the Abbey for self-guided exploration: admire its Gothic architecture, ornate tombs, the Lady Chapel, and more.
• A multimedia guide or audio guide included in admission, in multiple languages, helping you follow the history at your pace.

As the site where every British monarch since 1066 has been crowned, Westminster Abbey is a hugely important landmark and a trip to London is incomplete without an Abbey visit. Once you've admired the striking exterior, thought to be an architectural gothic masterpiece, step into the awe-inspiring interior. With your audioguide, you'll journey back through 1000 years of captivating British history and pass tombs of Kings, Queens, and British legends alike such as Charles Dickens and Sir Isaac Newton.