London · Westminster
Westminster Abbey
The coronation church of the monarchy, with royal tombs, Poets' Corner and the cloisters. A multimedia guide is included in the ticket.
- 1 h 40
- £32
- Booking advised
- Westminster
Data checked on October 4, 2026
The Abbey is a working church and the place where English and British monarchs have been crowned since 1066. The route runs through the nave, Poets' Corner and the royal chapels, then out to the cloisters and the Chapter House. A multimedia guide is included, and photography is not allowed inside the church.
What to look for
- Poets' Corner
- The Coronation Chair
- The Lady Chapel of Henry VII
- The grave of the Unknown Warrior
Opening hours
| Monday | 9:30 am–3:30 pm | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:30 am–3:30 pm | |
| Wednesday | 9:30 am–3:30 pm | |
| Thursday | 9:30 am–3:30 pm | |
| Friday | 9:30 am–3:30 pm | |
| Saturday | 9:00 am–1:00 pm | |
| Sunday | Closed |
Closed to sightseeing on Sundays. Monday to Friday 09:30 to 15:30, Saturday 09:00 to 13:00. Some days are shorter, for example Wednesday 7 October closes at noon, so check your date in the official calendar.
Source: Westminster Abbey, checked October 4, 2026
Tickets and booking
Adult ticket £32. The ticket includes the main Abbey floor, the cloisters, the College Garden, the Chapter House, the Pyx Chamber and a multimedia guide. Reduced prices apply to older visitors, students and children.
Buy a ticket online for your date. Tickets are also sold at the door.
Getting there
Westminster station on the Jubilee, District and Circle lines is a short walk across Parliament Square.
Tip
Arrive at opening time. The opening window is short, so a late start can cut your visit.