London's two great medieval sites in one guided day, linked by a Thames cruise.
- Free cancellationFree cancellation up to 24 hours before, according to the listing
- Duration8 hours (6.5 hours on the 10:00am departure)
- Starting times8:45am and 9:00am include Abbey entry; 10:00am does not
- LanguagesEnglish
The Tower of London and Westminster Abbey day tour costs $127 per person and fills about 8 hours with a guide: Westminster Abbey at opening time, a walk past Buckingham Palace, Horse Guards and Trafalgar Square, a Thames cruise, and the Tower of London with skip-the-line entry. One detail decides the booking: only the 8:45am and 9:00am departures go inside the Abbey. The 10:00am departure sees it from outside and lasts about 6.5 hours. The operator is Walks, the tour is in English, and it rates 4.7 from 95 reviews on GetYourGuide. Free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead.
Book Westminster Abbey TicketsKey facts
london-day-tour- Duration
- 8 hours (6.5 hours on the 10:00am departure)
- Starts
- 8:45am and 9:00am include Abbey entry; 10:00am does not
- Meeting point
- Parliament Square for the Westminster start; the reverse-order option starts at the Tower. The listing shows the point for your option.
- Price
- $127 per person
- Entry ticket included
- Yes
- Languages
- English
- Accessibility
- Not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers, according to the listing.
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, according to the listing
Included
- ✓ Skip-the-line entry and guided visit of Westminster Abbey (8:45am and 9:00am departures only)
- ✓ Skip-the-line ticket for the Tower of London
- ✓ Thames river cruise
- ✓ Local guide and headsets
- ✓ Guided walk past Buckingham Palace, Horse Guards and Trafalgar Square
Not included
- ✗ Abbey entry on the 10:00am departure
- ✗ Lunch
- ✗ Tips
- ✗ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- ✗ Guide inside the Jewel House
Meeting point
Parliament Square, London SW1P 3JX, UK
Nearest transit: Westminster Underground station, about 4 minutes on foot
Pick the departure that goes inside the Abbey
Only the 8:45am and 9:00am departures include entry: the group goes into the Abbey at opening time and straight to the Coronation Chair before the crowds build. On the 10:00am departure the guide introduces the Abbey from outside and the day is shorter, about 6.5 hours. If seeing inside the Abbey is the point, check the time before you pay. A reverse option starts at the Tower and ends at the Abbey.
How the day runs
After the Abbey, the walk passes Buckingham Palace from outside, Horse Guards Parade and Trafalgar Square. You break for lunch, which you buy yourself, then board a Thames sightseeing cruise with the crew's commentary down to the Tower of London. With pre-booked tickets you go in quickly, tour the Tower with the guide and finish at the Jewel House; the guide cannot go in with you but briefs you on the Crown Jewels first.
Value against booking each part
The Abbey's own ticket is £32, about $43, and the Tower and a cruise cost extra on top, so the $127 price mostly buys the guide and the planning of a long day. Reviewers rate the guides: 8 of the 10 latest reviews praise theirs by name. One mentions a delayed boat. Two say it is a long day that covers a lot, which is the trade-off: you see each site in less depth than on a single visit.
Who it suits
It suits a first visit to London with one free day and a good pair of legs. It is a walking tour at a moderate pace and is not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers. Luggage and large bags are not allowed. If you have more time, the Abbey entrance ticket and a separate Tower visit let you go at your own pace; getting from the Tower to the Abbey is a short Tube ride.
| Option | Price | Abbey | Tower of London | Cruise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour, 8:45am or 9:00am | $127 | Guided entry | Skip-the-line, guided | Yes |
| This tour, 10:00am | $127 | Outside only | Skip-the-line, guided | Yes |
| Abbey, Big Ben, Tower & cruise (another operator) | $122 | Per its listing | Per its listing | Yes |
| Abbey entrance ticket | $43 | Own pace | No | No |
What reviewers consistently say
- 8 of the 10 latest reviews praise the guide by name
- 2 of the 10 latest reviews say it is a long day that covers a lot
- 1 of the 10 latest reviews mentions a delayed boat
Who should not book this
- Guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers
- Anyone booking the 10:00am start who wants to see inside the Abbey
- Visitors who want a long, slow look at either site
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Tower of London and Westminster Abbey Tour with Thames Cruise
From$127per person
Check availabilityHow to book
Choose the 8:45am or 9:00am departure if you want to go inside the Abbey, then your date, and pay. You can cancel free up to 24 hours before. This site may earn a commission on bookings at no extra cost to you.
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Frequently asked questions
Which departures include Westminster Abbey entry?
The 8:45am and 9:00am departures. The 10:00am departure sees the Abbey from outside only and lasts about 6.5 hours.
Is lunch included?
No. There is a break for lunch, which you buy yourself.
Does the guide come into the Crown Jewels?
No. The guide briefs you on the jewels and you visit the Jewel House on your own at the end.
Is the Thames cruise included?
Yes. A sightseeing cruise takes you between Westminster and the Tower.
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