Westminster Abbey: Entry Ticket + Audio Guide

Additional Information & Description

A Gothic landmark with 700 years of history

Westminster Abbey is one of the United Kingdom’s most renowned and recognizable religious buildings. This grand, predominantly Gothic church in London’s City of Westminster has a history stretching back 700 years and welcomes more than 1.5 million visitors annually. Its architecture is one reason to visit; its continued role as a place of worship gives the historic building a purpose that extends beyond preserving the past.

Royal traditions and the Coronation Chair

The abbey is the traditional setting for British coronations and the burial place of several British monarchs and prime ministers. Among its historical artifacts, the Coronation Chair provides a particularly concrete link to royal ceremony. It dates to 1296 and has been used in the coronations of British monarchs since 1308. Seeing this historic object connects the visit to a tradition that has continued across centuries. The abbey’s ceremonial and commemorative roles also bring together two distinct aspects of British public history: the crowning of sovereigns and the remembrance of national figures.

Entry with an audio guide

The ticket includes admission to Westminster Abbey and an audio guide, adding commentary to your visit as you learn about the site’s legacy and royal traditions. The guide is available in Arabic, Chinese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Ukrainian. These language options let visitors follow the interpretation in one of twelve languages while exploring the church and its historical artifacts.

Location, access and ticket delivery

Westminster Abbey is near Parliament Square, at 20 Dean’s Yard. Wheelchair access is available. Tickets are delivered instantly and can be presented on a smartphone. Food, drinks and transport are not included; the ticket covers the abbey visit and accompanying audio commentary rather than travel to the venue or refreshments.