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Westminster Private Walking Tour & Skip-the-line Abbey Entry

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5 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Hungarian
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Overview

Explore iconic London with a fun Private Guide for you and your family / friends!

We will see over 20 of London’s top sights in this historic walking tour! After the walking tour : Visit Westminster Abbey. (with pre-booked tickets allowing for quicker entry - just pass through security and skip the ticket line!)

Before entering the Abbey, your historic walking tour takes you through London’s best known area, Westminster, with a friendly expert guide.

We start in Green Park and begin our Westminster walking tour. Sights we’ll see along the way include Buckingham Palace (Changing of the Guard - Mon/Weds/Fri only), Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Parliament Square, the Houses of Parliament (Westminster Palace)

After your walking tour, you'll make your way to Westminster Abbey with entry tickets and multi-language audio tour included. 

Come and join us on the best London walking tour, to see the best sights in London, with some of the best London tour guides!

What's Included

  • Top Westminster Sights Walking Tour (3 hours)
  • Private Tour
  • Fun Local Guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and snacks
  • Camera (for all the photos you’ll be taking)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

150 Piccadilly
St. James's, London W1J 9BR, UK

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End point

Dean's Yard
London SW1P 3PA, UK

What To Expect

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Buckingham Palace

After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace.On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot!Afterwards, walk along the Royal Mall.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Trafalgar Square

Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

10 Downing Street

Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This is home to many grand buildings and monuments, as well as Downing Street where British Prime Ministers have lived and worked since 1735!
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Big Ben

At Parliament Square, you’ll see the incredible Palace of Westminster (home to the Houses of Parliament) and the iconic Big Ben clock up close, as well as views of the London Eye and Churchill Statue.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Westminster Abbey

Continue to nearby Westminster Abbey. Your Abbey tickets are booked in advance for after the walking tour, so you only need to pass through the security check before entering - no need to wait in the long ticket line!One of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history, this is where British Kings and Queens are crowned! Explore the famous burial sites and specatular sculptures at your leisure, with the help of a multi-language audio guide.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Westminster Private Walking Tour & Skip-the-line Abbey Entry?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Top Westminster Sights Walking Tour (3 hours)
  • Private Tour
  • Fun Local Guide
  • Admission to Westminster Abbey (skip the ticket line) & audio guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and snacks
  • Camera (for all the photos you’ll be taking)
  • Umbrella (if it's raining)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • 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
  • PLEASE NOTE: The Changing of the Guard Ceremony is on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

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