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Explore a place rich in history, the Abbey is a place that’s touched the lives of kings, queens, statesmen and soldiers, poets, priests, heroes and villains since 960AD.
At the heart of the nation, the Abbey is a place for worship, celebration and ceremony, many of Britain’s most significant historic moments of the past one thousand years have happened here. Westminster Abbey has been the coronation church since 1066 and is the resting place of more than 3,000 great Britons including kings, queens, poets, musicians, scientists and politicians of our past.
What to see and do
With the Abbey’s rich history, there are many parts of it you’ll want to see when you visit. Explore the most popular spots to find out which area interests you most such as;
Poets’ Corner
Poets’ Corner, Westminster Abbey, is a place of pilgrimage for literature lovers. More than 100 poets and writers are buried or have memorials here.
The Coronation Chair
The Coronation Chair in St George’s Chapel is one of the most precious and famous pieces of furniture in the world. It has been the centrepiece of coronations for over 700 years when it is placed in the centre of the Abbey, in front of the High Altar.
Royal tombs
Westminster Abbey is the final resting place of 30 kings and queens starting with King Edward the Confessor whose magnificent shrine stands just behind the High Altar. Henry III, who built the church you see today, is buried near him.
Unknown Warrior
At the west end of the Nave of Westminster Abbey is the grave of the Unknown Warrior, whose body was brought from France to be buried here on 11th November 1920. The grave, which contains soil from France, is covered by a slab of black Belgian marble from a quarry near Namur.
TICKETS
- Adults – £29.00
- Adults 65+ – £26.00
- Children (6-17 years) – £13.00
- Children Under 5 – Free
Opening Hours
FAQ's
How much are tickets for people with disabilities?
We offer free admission to registered disabled visitors and their carer. Tickets are available on the door, on the day of entry and cannot be pre-booked. You can enter through the North Door where there is a small ramped step.
Can photos be taken in the Abbey?
Personal photography is permitted in the Abbey church and the Cloisters, but we ask that you do not use a flash or take pictures during services. Video recording, extra lighting, selfie sticks and tripods are not permitted, and it is not possible to take photos in the Shrine of St Edward the Confessor, St Faith’s Chapel or The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries.
Can I buy tickets at the gate?
You can visit the Abbey by purchasing your tickets in advance. There may be a limited number of tickets available on the door, but we strongly recommend pre-booking your tickets on our website.
