Skip-the-line London Westminster Abbey and City of Westminster Kid-Friendly Tour

At a glance

Skip-the-line London Westminster Abbey and City of Westminster Kid-Friendly Tour is a 2h 30m private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Pinocchio Tours | Guided Tours for Kids and Families. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 9 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $319.62 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Blue Badge guide, Local guide, Private tour.

Quick facts

Duration

2h 30m

Group

Private tour — only your group

Languages

English

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Travellers

1–10 per booking · adult required

Ages

Infant 0–5 · Child 6–16 · Adult 17–99

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Options & availability

• Private Tour

  from $137.87

  Days:

  Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

  Start times:

  09:30, 14:00

  Check availability →

Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 1h 30m

   Allow our fantastic kid-friendly guide to bring you face-to-face with centuries of British history as you travel through time to meet monarchs, poets, writers, scientists and explorers. Our guide will make sure both you and your children are entertained throughout your visit and with fascinating stories history will come to life before your very eyes!
   
   Westminster Abbey is a splendid mixture of architectural styles and is considered the finest example of Early English Gothic (1190–1300). It is the site of coronations and other ceremonies of national significance and not merely a beautiful place of worship. The abbey also provides a remarkable "who's who" of British history.
   
   It stands just west of the Houses of Parliament in the Greater London borough of Westminster. Situated on the grounds of a former Benedictine monastery. In 1987 Westminster Abbey, St. Margaret’s Church, and the Houses of Parliament were collectively designated a UNESCO World Heritage site.
   
   During this private kid-friendly tour you will see the most famous places in the Abbey such as the Coronation Chair, the Poet’s Corner, which hosts many graves and dedications to the greats of English literature. the Grave of the Unknown Warrior, The Lady Chappel and many more.

2. Stop 2

   As well as visiting Westminster Abbey, you will have the opportunity to take a walk around the City of Westminster itself and see some of London's most famous and iconic buildings and landmarks.
   From the outside, you will admire the Palace of Westminster, perhaps better known as the Houses of Parliament, the home of British democracy.

3. Stop 3

   Just next to the Palace of Westminster is one of the most iconic sights and internationally recognizable monuments in the world, Big Ben. The name “Big Ben” is actually the nickname given to the Great Bell of the clock, though it is commonly used to refer to both the clock and the clock tower itself. The original name of the tower housing Big Ben was “The Clock Tower”, but it was renamed “Elizabeth Tower” in 2012 to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II.

4. Stop 4

   You will round off your tour with a relaxing stroll through the idyllic greenery of St. James's Park. One of the main features of the park is its lake with two islands, West Island and Duck Island. The latter is so-called due to the lake's collection of waterfowl, and you might even catch a glimpse of a resident colony of pelicans!

Meeting point

End point

Traveller ratings

Good to know

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Some areas of the Abbey are dimly lit and some chapels have low doorways. Much of the floor and many steps are uneven, so we recommend comfortable shoes.
• Some areas of the Abbey are inaccessible to wheelchairs and visitors with reduced mobility.
• During the winter can get really cold, so please wear warm clothing

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently asked questions