London: Buckingham Palace & Big Ben (& Westminster Abbey entry)
Overview
Explore London’s top 20 world famous landmarks on a 3 hour walking tour then visit Westminster Abbey
One of the United Kingdom's most notable religious buildings and the traditional place of coronation and burial site for the English Monarchy.
Start with a walking tour of the history, culture, and legends of one of Europe’s best-loved cities.
Head through Green Park to Buckingham Palace, watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony (certain days). Head to Westminster, see Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament.
Then, head to Westminster Abbey. Since the coronation of William the Conqueror in 1066, all coronations of English and British monarchs have been in Westminster Abbey.
Please note: The Changing of the Guard happens Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun only - 10am tour
We will not accompany you into the Abbey
What's Included
- Westminster Abbey Entrance Ticket
- Walking tour of the Top 20 sights of Westminster
- Local Fun Guide
- Food and drinks (please bring your own drinks & packed lunch)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off : please meet us at the starting point
- Umbrella if it looks like rain!
Meeting Location
150 Piccadilly
St. James's, London W1J 9BR, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Dean's Yard
London SW1P 3PA, UK
After your walking tour, return to Westminster Abbey. We will pre-book your tickets so you can enter quickly - no need to wait in the ticket line!
What To Expect
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Buckingham Palace
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Trafalgar Square
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Whitehall
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Houses of Parliament
50 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Westminster Abbey
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This 3-hour walking tour. See “What to Expect” for full route details.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Westminster Abbey Entrance Ticket.
- Walking tour of the Top 20 sights of Westminster.
- Local Fun Guide.
- Food and drinks (please bring your own drinks & packed lunch).
- Hotel pickup and drop-off : please meet us at the starting point.
- Umbrella if it looks like rain!.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the London: Buckingham Palace & Big Ben (& Westminster Abbey entry) is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for London: Buckingham Palace & Big Ben (& Westminster Abbey entry) will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Westminster Abbey Entrance Ticket
- Walking tour of the Top 20 sights of Westminster
- Local Fun Guide
- Food and drinks (please bring your own drinks & packed lunch)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off : please meet us at the starting point
- Umbrella if it looks like rain!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This 3-hour walking tour. See “What to Expect” for full route details.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
