Westminster Abbey London

5 stars is the minimum you can give for such a building. Gothic, impressive, with so many things to see that 1 tour is not sufficient to cover all there is to see and discover. The organisation reflect the success of the visits, 7 days a week. The signage is perfect, the loos are well indicated as well as the restaurant/café, the shop and the many different areas of the cathedral. And finally the staff: helpful, polite and constantly smiling while we take pictures. They have a decent knowledge about the he Abbey and are keen to share it. I couldn't fault anything and found nothing negative to say, which is not often...
Pierre mAScriER - 4 weeks ago

Westminster Abbey is one of London’s most extraordinary historic landmarks, serving as the coronation church of British monarchs since 1066 and the final resting place of many of the nation’s most influential figures. This magnificent Gothic masterpiece, largely built in the 13th century under King Henry III, captivates visitors with its soaring arches, intricate stained glass, and deeply spiritual atmosphere. Walking through the nave and Poets’ Corner feels like stepping into centuries of royal tradition, culture, and memory, making the Abbey an essential and unforgettable stop in the heart of London.
Murat Kurnaz - 3 weeks ago

(visited on 12 May 2025) this is That One Church England uses for all a lot of the royal events we see as tourists on the television, so naturally with our luck we missed the royal victory ceremony on the 8th and then got ceremoniously chased out on the day we visited for a diplomatic event. between that and missing the changing of the guard on the same day we should’ve bought a lottery ticket to the West End. anyway. what we gleaned of the short time we had there was the massive size of the church. large church with loads of tombs, monuments and graves for notable figures in English and European history including Queen Elizabeth I and Mary Queen of Scots were all laid there. Monuments to Darwin, Shakespeare and the Bronte Sisters were also scattered on the floor and in the Poets’ Corner. the free audio guides offered were super helpful with offering context for a lot of the abbey’s sprawling tombs and areas. we sped run this with the audio guide because 😀 diplomatic event, but still had time to appreciate the architecture and grandeur, especially of the nave and coronation area. stained glass was gorgeous too. note that you’re not supposed to take videos in here. staff were still nice when we asked them about why we were being so nicely shoved out of the church we paid full price for, but WE FELT THAT COULDVE BEEN SAID EARLIER? as previously clarified this took place in May so—might’ve been a one off thing. lastly. the gift store is HIGHLY entertaining do visit
Ariel Jewel - 3 months ago

Beautiful church preserved for over a 1000 years. Loved seeing every bit of it. Seeing it on TV for all the royal weddings it seemed very familiar but what’s on TV doesn’t do justice to the real grandeur and beauty of it. If you buy tickets for the queen’s gallery do not miss the painting of Queen Elizabeth. It’s so regal and mesmerizing. Do buy tickets a couple of days in advance as it gets sold out pretty fast. It would be a miracle to find tickets the same day so make sure you book in advance. So glad I was able to see this beautiful place from the inside and how well it’s taken care of.
Faiza Khan - 2 months ago

Magnificent Abbey! There are so many lovely monuments. The architecture is amazing. There is so much to gaze at that you could spend the entire day doing it. Staff members are competent, kind, and helpful. Because it's a working church, you may witness one or two daily prayers depending on when you visit. A must-see if you're in London. The tour guide phone and headset were quite helpful for getting the whole experience.
Babji Vundavilli - 2 months ago