Westminster Abbey has been the traditional coronation site for English monarchs since William the Conqueror, as well as the burial place of kings, queens, statesman, poets, and philosophers. Visit this living pageant of British history with this general admission ticket that includes an audio guide. As you explore the abbey, listen to interesting information about its history from the recorded narration.
What's included
General Admission for individuals
Multimedia guide
Transportation to/from attraction
Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries
What to expect
Westminster Abbey
Admission ticket included
The church as we know it today was founded by Henry III in the 13th century, who ordered the demolition of Edward the Confessor’s royal palace and a monastery situated on the site. In its place, a new Gothic cathedral was built that was consecrated in 1269: From now on, by decree of the King of England, Westminster Abbey was to be a place for the coronation and burial of monarchs.
- Royal Tombs, Today, over 3,000 people are buried or memorialised at Westminster Abbey, including 30 monarchs and notable historical figures such as Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, Sir Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, Stephen Hawking and Geoffrey Chaucer.
- The Coronation Chair in St George’s Chapel is perhaps the most famous piece of furniture in the world.
- Poet’s Corner
- Explore the Lady Chapel & Chapter House
- Royal Tombs
- Unknown Warrior
- Pyx Chamber
- The Quire
- Cloisters
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Westminster Abbey
20 Dean's Yard, Broad Sanctuary, London, SW1P 3PA, United Kingdom
