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Westminster Abbey

Dean's Yard, Greater London, England

Description

Westminster Abbey is one of the UK's most important religious buildings. Construction of the initial church occurred as early as the 8th century and all English (then British) monarchs coronations have taken place there since that of William the Conqueror in 1066. It is also a traditional place of burial for those monarchs and famous British persons. The current structure was built in the mid-13th century following Gothic architecture and the two western towers were added in the first half of the 18th century. The Abbey only suffered minor damages during the WW2 Blitz.

Access & Transport

Very centrally located next to the Palace of Westminster / Big Ben, it is a short walk from the Westminster and St James Park underground stations (Circle, District and Jubilee lines). It is also serviced by many bus lines.

Instructions & Recommendations

Make sure you check the opening times and it may be a good idea to book tickets online ahead of time. We recommend combining this with a walk in St James Park and in the Westminster area (Big Ben is next door), as well as a visit to the Churchill War Rooms or the UK Parliament in the Palace of Westminster.

Meta review

Overall, very positive reviews and articles. Visitors do enjoy the architecture, art and history associated to the building and people buried there. The main recurring complaints are around the high cost, crowded situation at times and the fact that there are many restrictions relating to pictures inside.

Environmental & Social

The ongoing environmental footprint is low, and the attraction provides some employments for guides as well as help maintain the city's cultural and architectural heritage

Conclusion

Westminster Abbey is definitely a visit we would recommend if the cost is not an issue and you have a genuine interest in architecture, religious buildings or English history. Very likely, you will end up being in Westminster so the time investment or cost of getting there is unlikely to be a meaningful consideration.

Key positive

Great architecture

Full of history related to the building but also the famous people buried there

Very central location from a tourist perspective

Key negative

Very expensive for a religious building

Can be quite crowded on certain days

Suitability

Suitable for all ages but mostly recommended for visitors aged 12 and above, so they can appreciate the architecture and historical background. No religious restriction is applied. There is wheelchair access with adequate visit routes.

About this Rating

TYPE

Onsite

RESEARCHED IN

May 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Last entry at 15h30 on weekdays and 15h00 on Saturdays

av. transport time:0h 20m

est. visit time:1h 15m

Regulated hours

Monday09:30 - 16:00

Tuesday09:30 - 16:00

Wednesday09:30 - 16:00

Thursday09:30 - 16:00

Friday09:30 - 16:00

Saturday09:00 - 15:30

Sunday -

Pricing
Student price is GBP 24
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
£26
Adult
18 - 64
£29
Child
6 - 17
£13
Infant
0 - 5
£0
Family price
1 Adult + 1 Child

Max total number:2

Max number of adults:1

Min.child age:6

Max.child age:17

Price for family£29

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