Westminster Abbey London

Westminster Abbey is a world renowned location of Coronations, Royal Weddings and Funerals

Westminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey cc licensed photo by Oleg Brovko

With over 1000 years of history and its beautiful and intricatic Gothic architecture Westminster Abbey in London is interesting on many levels. Its origins go back to about 960 AD when twelve Benedictine monks were established on the banks of the Thames River. Since 1066 AD, Westminster Abbey has served as the coronation church and as the burial place for seventeen monarchs.

Construction of much of the current Abbey took place between 1245 and 1517 with the west towers being added between 1722 and 1745. The architectural style is primarily Anglo-French Gothic. With all of its ornate architectural detail and stained glass, the Inside of the Abbey is striking to say the least, making it a fitting home to the many treasures of fine art and textiles within.

Westminster Abbey is usually open to visitors for an admission charge on Monday thru Saturday except during religious holidays and special events. Visiting hours usually start at 9:30am however closing times vary from day to day so you should see there official website from the link below to confirm times.

There are many other attractions within easy walking distance of the Westminster Abbey. Some of these include the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, Horse Guards Building and Parade, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Cathedral, Saint James's Park, and Hyde Park. These attractions can be nicely combined into a memorable one or two day walking tour.

For more information about visit this beautiful London landmark visit their official website linked above.

Facts For Your Visit

Fee: You can view the outside for free, however there is an entry fee to explore the inside.

Address: Dean's Yard, London SW1P 3PA, UK

Phone: 020 7222 5152

Official Website: Westminster Abbey London

Westminster Abbey London Reviews

Rated 4.6 out of 5 Star Rating

5 Star Rating Architecture was wonderful and a can’t miss item if you visit London. Highly recommend paying the 20 pounds or so to get in and walk around. They have guided tours as well but I opted to wing it. Nice piece of history.
Chris Lottman - a week ago

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5 Star Rating This was one of my favorite places to visit in London. The incredible detail for the tombs was mind blowing. Such famous people buried in one place made this a must see stop. The digital guide was immensely helpful.
Jason Fair (Nomadic Nerd Project) - a week ago

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5 Star Rating I learnt a great way to leave the crowds (mostly) behind and discover what is behind some of those locked doors today on the 'Hidden Highlights' tour. The guide's knowledge seemed limitless and added so much more to the visit than the standard audio tour. Highly recommended.
Richard Sharp - a week ago

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5 Star Rating Must see when in London. They are very well organized on dealing with the crowds and even though it was packed, there was no wait. They have a nice audio tour and lots of staff throughout to ask questions and help. They also had a moment of silence and offered for anyone interested to say prayers. So much history in that church.
Simone Harms - a month ago

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5 Star Rating Beautiful from the outside, and breathtaking beyond description on the inside. It is a working church that also serves as a memorial, with some tombs dating back to 1000 AD. Magnificent in every way, every square inch is ornately decorated, paying homage to past Royals, kings and queens, poets, (including Shakespeare!), dignitaries, and many other notable figures. Difficult to describe, we spent over two hours exploring, learning, and taking oodles of pictures. Thankfully, we opted to pay a little extra to go up to the top floor, known as the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Gallery . This L-shaped room wrapped around the interior core of the abbey, offering the best place to see the true grandeur of the church. (Sadly, though, no pictures were allowed.) The gallery served as a showcase of the history of the Abbey - its architecture, people, and priceless gems. With the Abbey’s main focus of lifting up and sharing the message of Jesus Christ, you could feel the reverence and couldn’t help but be moved. What an inspirational, unforgettable experience: truly the highlight of our day. A MUST-SEE!
Heather Humphrey (Mrs. Humphrey) - a month ago

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Directions

Tube Line Nearest Station Walking Time
Circle, District and Jubilee LineWestminster Station3 Minutes

How to get to Westminster Abbey London by Tube

From Westminster Station take exit No 6. You will see Westminster Abbey to your left just across the park.

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