Half Day London Private Tour with Entry to Westminster Abbey
At a glance
Half Day London Private Tour with Entry to Westminster Abbey is a 5h private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Gateway Tours UK. Prices start from $426.81 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Multimedia Audio guide in Westminster Abbey, Bottled Water, Pick up and drop off.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 7 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 5h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–8 per booking
- Ages
- Adult 0–97
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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Half Day London Private Tour with Entry to Westminster Abbey
from $177.68
Pickup included
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
Your Day in London
Begin your day at Westminster Abbey, a truly magnificent landmark. Explore this historic church, renowned for its royal weddings, coronations, and burials. Learn about its rich history, from its Benedictine roots to its present role as a working church. Our knowledgeable guide will provide insightful commentary to bring the Abbey's past to life.
After Westminster Abbey, embark on a panoramic tour of London's most iconic sights. Your experienced driver will narrate fascinating facts about the city. Witness the iconic clock tower and the impressive structure of the Houses of Parliament. Buckingham Palace - Catch a glimpse of the Queen's residence, a symbol of British Royalty. Depending on the time of year, you may see the Changing of the Guard ceremony.
This tour can be customized to your interests. Transportation will be in a comfortable, accessible vehicle. This tour is perfect for families and those with mobility issues due to its manageable pace.
What's included
What's included
- Multimedia Audio guide in Westminster Abbey
- Bottled Water
- Pick up and drop off
- Private executive transport
- Entry to Westminster Abbey
Not included
- Gratuity
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 3h
Explore Westminster Abbey, perhaps one of the most famous church in the UK. Noted for its royal weddings, coronations, and burials. With a long and varied history, the Abbey has functioned as a working religious site for nearly 1000 years. It has become one of the most popular London attractions.
Visit The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries
High above the Abbey floor, the Galleries in the beautiful 13th century triforium display the greatest treasures and tell the story of a thousand-year history.
You will be offered a multimedia guide upon arrival at the Abbey. The guide is included in this tour. -
Stop 2 · 20m
Big Ben is probably the world's most famous clock. That iconic silhouette is instantly recognisable and is one of the most Instagrammed landmarks on the planet. Six monarchs and 41 prime ministers have come and gone since the bells first struck their now familiar music across Westminster. Here you will be just viewing from the out side and take pictures.
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Stop 3 · 20m
The history of the Houses of Parliament spans over 900 years from the Anglo-Saxons to the present.
The Palace of Westminster is the meeting place of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. It is commonly called the Houses of Parliament after the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two legislative chambers which occupy the building.
Here you will be just viewing from the out side and take pictures. Here you will be just viewing from the out side and take pictures. -
Stop 4 · 20m
Whilst Buckingham Palace is seen as the administrative hub of the Monarchy, it is also very much a family home, in addition to holding The Queen's Gallery and the Royal Mews.
Here you will be just viewing from the out side and take pictures. -
Stop 5 · 20m
St Paul's Cathedral is a vibrant working church, a national treasure and a London icon. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren in the late 17th century, the Cathedral has been the Cathedral Church of the Diocese of London for over 1,400 years.
Here you will be just viewing from the out side and take pictures. -
Stop 6 · 20m
Tower Bridge was built over 125 years ago to ease road traffic while maintaining river access to the busy Pool of London docks.
Here you will be just viewing from the out side and take pictures.
Built with giant movable roadways that lift up for passing ships, it is to this day considered an engineering marvel and beyond being one of London’s favorite icons, it is arguably one of the most famous and instantly recognizable structures in the entire world. -
Stop 7 · 20m
When William the Conqueror built a mighty stone tower at the centre of his London fortress in the 1070s, defeated Londoners must have looked on in awe. Now nearly 1000 years later, the Tower still has the capacity to fascinate.
As protector of the Crown Jewels, home of the Yeomen Warders and its legendary guardians, the pampered ravens, the Tower now attracts over three million visitors a year. Here, the Ceremony of the Keys and other traditions live on.
Here you will be just viewing from the out side and take pictures.
Meeting point
Pick-Up and Drop-Off Information
This tour includes complimentary pick-up and drop-off service. We will collect you from your hotel or private address and return you to the same location at the end of the tour, unless you advise us otherwise. There is no additional charge for this service.
Hotel Pick-Up:
Please wait in the hotel lobby at the scheduled pick-up time. Your driver will come inside to meet you.
Private Address Pick-Up:
Please wait outside the main entrance of the property at the scheduled pick-up time.
If your hotel is not listed during the booking process, please inform us at the time of booking or send us an email after your reservation is confirmed, and we will arrange your pick-up accordingly.
If you do not yet have your pick-up details at the time of booking, please provide them at least 12 hours before the tour start time, or as soon as they become available.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tours pick up and drop off at clients’ hotel. Tour pick up times are flexible but must be advised 24 hours before tour starts.
- Chauffeurs provide a panoramic tour with historic highlights and luxurious transport to and from the sites visited but are not accredited tour guides.
- All Tours are carried out by Professional drivers with many years’ experience. All our drivers and vehicles are Licenced and regulated by TFL Transport for London. We only use latest and high end Executive model vehicles which are specifically selected for their comfort and reliability.
- During the panoramic tour, we will stop for a short time, for you to take a closer look at the sites and take pictures. You will not have time to visit any other sites accept Westminster Abbey.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Half Day London Private Tour with Entry to Westminster Abbey take?
The experience lasts about 5h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $426.81 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Multimedia Audio guide in Westminster Abbey; Bottled Water; Pick up and drop off; Private executive transport; Entry to Westminster Abbey.
Where does it start?
Pick-Up and Drop-Off Information This tour includes complimentary pick-up and drop-off service. We will collect you from your hotel or private address and return you to the same location at the end of the tour, unless you advise us otherwise. There is no additional charge for…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.