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Best of Westminster Abbey & Buckingham Palace: Exclusive Upper Gallery Tour

Discover where history, royalty, and faith intertwine in the majestic Westminster Abbey.

Tour Overview

While England and London have an extraordinary portfolio of well-known, memorable landmarks, few represent English history and culture better than Westminster Abbey. During this 3-hour fully guided tour, led exclusively by an expert local Blue Badge guide with who will explain the role that this emblem of British Christianity has played in English history since the 11th century to recent coronations, royal weddings and funerals. Enter the breathtaking Westminster Abbey with Skip-the Line Tickets avoiding wasting precious vacation time in long lines and follow in the footsteps of England’s kings, queens, statesmen and poets.

Enjoy expert engaging and fascinating commentary from a first-class expert local Blue Badge London guide as you see up-close the major highlights of Westminster Abbey and learn of its extraordinary historical ceremonies such as the coronation site of England’s Kings and Queens including William the Conqueror while admiring the magnificent Gothic architecture. Tour guests will enjoy learning about Westminster Abbeys fascinating history, from the coronation of William the Conqueror in 1066 to the royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton to the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II expertly explained.

Explore not only the magnificent Westminster Abbey and Cloisters in addition to the magnificent Queens Diamond Jubilee Galleries suspended seven storeys above the abbey’s nave, but they also provide the most astonishing views of the interior of one of England’s architectural masterpieces. This tour also incudes and opportunity to view one of the only original copies of the Magna Carta, or “Great Charter,” is arguably the most significant early influence on the extensive historical process that led to the rule of constitutional law today in the English-speaking world.

This tour provides a fantastic opportunity to explore Westminster’s must-see landmarks, including Big Ben, Westminster Bridge, and the Houses of Parliament, all led by an expert Blue Badge London Guide. In the second half, guests will enjoy a captivating stroll with up-close views of these iconic sites and the majestic Thames River, offering a truly memorable London experience

What's Included

  • Fully Guided Tour of Westminster Abbey & Gardens
  • Queen Diamond Jubilee Galleries
  • Admission to the Cloisters of Westminster Abbey
  • Exterior guided visit of Buckingham Place

Highlights

  • Westminster Abbey
  • See Big Ben & Houses of Parliament
  • Visit the exterior of Buckingham Palace

Languages

  • English

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does LetzGo's Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace tour include?

LetzGo’s 3-hour tour begins with skip-the-line access to Westminster Abbey, including the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries (the triforium level high above the nave, opened in 2018 and the only area that has never before been publicly accessible), the Cloisters, and the full guided narrative of the Abbey’s role in coronations, royal weddings and state funerals. The tour then moves to Buckingham Palace for an externally guided experience of the official residence of the British sovereign, with context on the Changing of the Guard when available.

What are the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries at Westminster Abbey?

The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries are the medieval triforium of Westminster Abbey — a gallery level 16 metres above the Abbey floor that was closed to the public for 700 years and opened in 2018 as part of the Diamond Jubilee legacy project. The Galleries house the Abbey’s own museum collection, including the funeral effigies of medieval monarchs, coronation regalia and personal artefacts of royalty buried in the Abbey. LetzGo’s tour includes access to this exclusive elevated viewpoint, which offers an unrivalled perspective of the Gothic nave below.

Is the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace guaranteed on LetzGo's Westminster tour?

The Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace is subject to the official ceremonial schedule and weather conditions — it does not take place every day and can be cancelled at short notice. LetzGo’s tour times are planned to maximise the chance of witnessing the ceremony when it is scheduled, and the optional upgrade allows guests to position for the best viewing locations. If the ceremony does not take place on the day, the guided external experience of Buckingham Palace and St James’s Park remains a full and compelling part of the tour.

What is the cancellation and rescheduling policy?

We offer free cancellation and free rescheduling on all bookings made more than 24 hours before your scheduled tour departure time. If your plans change, simply contact us as early as possible and we will rebook you onto another available date at no additional charge.

Cancellations or changes requested less than 24 hours before departure are not possible, and the booking will be treated as non-refundable. This policy exists because our tours operate with a limited number of guests, and last-minute cancellations prevent us from offering the spot to other travellers.

We strongly recommend booking in advance to secure your preferred date, particularly during peak travel seasons (June to September) when availability fills quickly. If you are booking for a group, please contact us directly before completing your booking so we can advise on availability and any group-specific arrangements.

Is this tour accessible for guests with reduced mobility or physical limitations?

We want to be transparent about this so that every guest can make an informed decision before booking. This tour is not currently recommended for guests using wheelchairs, motorised scooters or other mobility assistance devices. The tour route includes a significant amount of walking and covers surfaces that can be challenging, including cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs across both venues.

Strollers and baby carriages cannot be accommodated on this tour.

We also ask that all participants be in good general health. If you have a medical condition or are not accustomed to regular exercise, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking.

If you have specific mobility concerns and are unsure whether this tour is right for you, please contact us before booking — we will always advise honestly based on your situation, and we can explore whether alternative tour options or arrangements may be more suitable.

Email us on: info@letzgocitytours.com if you need further assistance.

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