Westminster Abbey Royal History Tour with Blue Badge Guide
2 hours London English
Overview
Westminster Abbey Guided TourWestminster Abbey is a working church in central London and a World Heritage Site. King Henry III began building it in 1245, and most of the Gothic buildings you see today follow his design.With your Blue badge expert guide, you will uncover the secrets and stories behind the Abbey which are worth learning. You will see:The Coronation Chair, made around 1300 and used for coronations by most monarchs since the 14th century.The burial places of Elizabeth I, Isaac Newton and Charles Darwin.The tomb of the Unknown Warrior, an unidentified First World War soldier buried among the kings in 1920 and much more.Hear the historical stories behind the Abbey’s coronations, royal weddings and farewells.Choose your tour:Small Group Tour (up to 10 guests): A smaller group, so it is easier to ask questions and hear your guide.Big Group Tour (up to 20 guests): The same stories and the same expert guide, with radios provided so you can hear the guide clearly.
What you’ll do
Meet your expert guide at the designated meeting point, complete check in and receive your entrance tickets and tour introduction.
The visitors will learn about the rich history of Westminster Abbey.On this tour, you will see the Coronation Chair, royal tombs including Elizabeth I's, Poets' Corner, the graves of Newton and Darwin, and the Unknown Warrior's grave. You will learn how coronations and royal weddings shaped British history, and hear the stories behind the people remembered here.
What’s included
- Entry ticket to Westminster Abbey
- Blue badge guide
- Wheelchair accessible
- Radios for big groups
Not included
- Large bags are not recommended
From €130
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