Westminster Abbey Tour: Exclusive Access to Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries
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Greater London
Experience exclusive access to the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries at Westminster Abbey. Discover the secrets of this historic Gothic building and immerse yourself in tales of royalty, heroes, and villains.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Parliament Square - Meet your guide and small group outside Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament to get a brief introduction into the history of this important area.
- Westminster Abbey - Skip the line and head straight inside. See up close the Coronation Chair, on which all British Monarchs sit they are crowned. Visit the symbolic grave of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the High Altar, where many royal weddings have taken place. Visit the tombs of some of the most important figures in history, including Charles Darwin, Edward V, and Sir Isaac Newton. Closed for over 700 years and only recently opened - Enter the unmissable Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries. Marvel at its many precious artifacts—some of which are over 1000 years old!
What's Included
- Inside the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries
- Expert Blue Badge Guide
- Skip-the-queue access to Westminster Abbey
What's Not Included
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities/Tips
Additional Information
Bypass the queues and proceed directly into Westminster Abbey. Witness the Coronation Chair that has seated British Monarchs during their crownings. Step into the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries, which have remained shuttered for the past seven centuries and only recently made accessible to the public. Listen to stories of grand coronations, royal nuptials, monarchs, warriors, champions, antagonists and more as you delve into the depths of England’s most significant Gothic structure.
- Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible/mobility friendly. Those with wheelchairs and mobility issues should contact us so we can arrange your visit.
Location
Sir Winston Churchill Statue
Parliament Square
Parliament Square, London SW1P 3JX, (Sir Winston Churchill Statue) Meet at the statue of Churchill on the northeast corner. Churchill is located closest to the intersection of Great George Street and Parliament Square. Your guide will be holding a Walks sign.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Patricia_m
Oct 21, 2023
Westminster Abbey - Our guide Vicki was delightful! So knowledgeable, informative and witty! She made our experience that much more pleasant!
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