About Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey was founded by Benedictine monks in 960 AD. A World Heritage Site, this majestic cathedral has been the place for every coronation since William the Conqueror's coronation in 1066. It has also hosted 16 royal weddings. Built in a Gothic style, the Abbey has a marvelous collection of art and artifacts. It is also the final resting place of 17 monarchs, eight prime ministers, and several great writers such as Charles Dickens, Rudyard Kipling, and Thomas Hardy.

Must See

Poets' corner, Coronation chair, Lady Chapel, PYX Chamber, Royal tombs

How to reach

Underground: You can get down at Westminster (Jubilee, District & Circle Lines) and St. James’s Park (District and Circle Lines) station.

Rail: Closest stations are at London Victoria (0.8 miles), London Waterloo (0.8 miles).

Tips

  • Dress appropriately as the Abbey is a place of worship.
  • No hats in the Abbey.
  • Toilets and baby changing facilities are available in the cloisters.
  • During busy periods (May to September, Easter, Christmas and New Year), queue times may exceed 1 hour 30 minutes.
  • Better purchase entry tickets online.

 

Visit Time

Sunday:              9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Monday:             9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday:            9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Wednesday:       9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Thursday:           9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Friday:                9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Saturday:           9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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Waiting Time

15 minutes (But can go up during busy periods)

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

Adult: 22 GBP (Online 20 GBP)

Child(6-16):  9 GBP

Child(Under 5): Free

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Time you can spend

2 hours

 

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Weather

Moderate Rain 7.62°C

 

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