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Westminster Abbey Guided Tour with Cellarium Refreshments

Step inside one of London’s most iconic landmarks with our Westminster Abbey Guided Tour with Cellarium Refreshments. A small group experience designed to immerse you in over 1,000 years of British history. Your visit begins in the Abbey’s 14th-century Cellarium. Once used by Benedictine monks and now a beautifully restored restaurant beneath ancient stone vaults. Here, you’ll enjoy complimentary coffee, tea and pastries before entering the Abbey through a priority entrance reserved for your group.

With a professional guide leading the way, you’ll explore the chapels, royal tombs and memorials that make Westminster Abbey a national treasure. Stand in the spot where King Charles III was crowned. Walk the aisles where royal weddings took place and pause at the site of Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral. For those who want to elevate the experience even further, you can upgrade to include a fast-track London Eye flight. Finishing your tour with sweeping views across the capital.

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Westminster Abbey Guided Tour with Cellarium Refreshments



Prices

  • £80.00 Adult from

Book This Tour

Tour Highlights

  • Priority entry via the cloisters—skip the visitor queues
  • Small group experience capped at 20 guests
  • Coffee/tea and pastries in the medieval 14th-century Cellarium
  • Guided tour led by a qualified, expert Abbey guide
  • See the Coronation Chair and the site of King Charles III’s coronation
  • Visit royal tombs, chapels and centuries of historic memorials
  • Learn about royal weddings and the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II
  • Optional fast-track London Eye ride after the tour
  • Stunning views of Parliament and Big Ben during the short onward walk


Tour Schedule

Meet Your Guide – Dean’s Yard
Arrive outside the Westminster Abbey Shop where your guide greets you. This peaceful courtyard offers a calm start before stepping into one of London’s busiest landmarks.

Cellarium Refreshments – 14th-Century Undercroft
Begin in the atmospheric Cellarium—once a Benedictine food storehouse, now a modern café set beneath medieval stone arches. Enjoy complimentary tea or coffee and pastries surrounded by centuries-old architecture.

Priority Access Through the Cloisters
Avoid the main visitor queue by entering through the historic cloisters. This serene walkway sets the perfect tone as your guide introduces the Abbey’s origins and remarkable past.

Guided Westminster Abbey Tour
Spend up to 90 minutes exploring the heart of the Abbey with your expert guide. Highlights include:

  • The Coronation Chair
  • Tombs of monarchs, poets and national figures
  • The site of Charles III’s 2023 coronation
  • The setting of royal weddings, including William & Kate
  • The location of Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral

Your guide brings each space to life with stories of power, ceremony and tradition.

Optional: Fast-Track London Eye Flight
Guests choosing the upgrade will take a short guided walk past the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben to the London Eye. Skip the queues and enjoy a 30-minute rotation high above the skyline.



What’s Included

  • Priority access, avoiding standard visitor queues
  • Guided tour with a live professional guide
  • Coffee and pastries in the 14th-century Cellarium
  • Insight into the coronation of King Charles III
  • Explore royal tombs and historic memorials
  • Optional fast-track London Eye flight (with upgrade option)
  • Maximum of 20 passengers per tour

What’s Not Included

  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel pick-ups and drop-offs

Important Information

  • Meet outside the Westminster Abbey Shop, 20 Dean’s Yard, London SW1P 3JS, at least 10 minutes before your start time.
  • The Abbey is not wheelchair accessible.
  • Refreshments are served before the tour (approx. 20–30 mins), followed by a tour lasting up to 90 minutes.
  • The London Eye option includes a short 10–15 minute walk and a 30-minute ride.
  • Gluten-free or vegan pastries are not available in the Cellarium, though plant-based milk is offered.

Schedule

  • Check-in: 10 minutes before selected start time at Westminster Abbey Shop
  • Cellarium refreshments: 20–30 minutes
  • Westminster Abbey tour: Up to 90 minutes
  • Optional London Eye flight: 30 minutes, following a 10–15 minute walk from the Abbey
  • Timing is subject to change should traffic, weather, or other unforeseen events impact the schedule

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I get physical tickets?
No need—your email confirmation/voucher is enough. For certain tours (e.g., Harry Potter Studios, Paris), your tickets will be handed to you by our on-site representative.

Do you cancel tours for rain?
Nope! Rain won’t cancel tours. Dress for the weather and be prepared for surprises.

What if my tour includes a meal and I have allergies?
Vegetarian options are always available. For allergies or special diets, tell us before and after booking. We cannot guarantee a nut-free environment for severe allergies.

Can you pick me up from my hotel?
Generally no—please meet us 15 minutes before departure at the tour meeting point:

  • Regular tours: Victoria Coach Station, 164 Buckingham Palace Road, SW1W 9TP
  • Stonehenge Sunrise/Sunset: Millennium Gloucester Hotel, Kensington, SW7 4LH
  • Paris tours: St Pancras International, N1C 4QP (in front of Le Pain Quotidien)
  • UK Rail Tours: Euston Station, NW1 2DU

Are Victoria Coach Station and Victoria Train Station the same?
Nope—they’re separate buildings, about 10 minutes apart.

How do I find my coach?
Meet our staff 15 minutes before departure inside the station. They wear hi-vis vests and carry clipboards—they’ll guide you to the coach.

Is there water or a toilet on the coach?
No bottled water provided, and most coaches don’t have toilets. Facilities are available at stops. Tell us if you need frequent breaks.

Can I bring luggage?
Yes, usually in the coach compartment. For tours with vehicle changes, check with us first.

Are coaches wheelchair/mobility scooter accessible?
Coaches are not fully accessible. Foldable scooters are fine if they fit in the luggage compartment. London Eye cannot accommodate wheelchairs through our tours.

Are seats reserved?
Seats are first-come, first-served. Contact us if you need front seats due to motion sickness or mobility—staff will note it.

Can I eat or drink on the coach?
No hot food or drinks. Cold snacks and bottled water are fine.

I left something on the coach. What do I do?
Email us with details. Lost property is kept for 30 days, then donated or destroyed. Items can be posted to you at your expense.

What is your cancellation policy?
You can cancel your booking or part of it by email or in writing. Cancellation charges depend on the tour:

  • Regular Coach Tours: Full refund if cancelled 24+ hours before departure.
  • Harry Potter Tours: Full refund for fewer than 10 passengers if cancelled 72+ hours before departure. Groups of 10+ can change or cancel 30+ days before travel; cancellations within 30 days are non-refundable.
  • Stonehenge Private Viewing: Full refund if cancelled 8+ days before departure.
  • Highclere Castle Tour: Full refund if cancelled 10+ days before departure.
  • Taxi Tours: Full refund if cancelled 48+ hours before departure.
  • Other Tours, Cruises, Train Tours (including Paris): No refunds or changes.
  • Hotel & Theatre Packages: Cannot be cancelled within 35 days of the date.

If you do not notify us before departure, you will be charged 100% of the tour price.



Why stop there?


The ever-increasing demand and availability for well-organised, safe and reliable trips means that we now go further afield, so while we love taking people on tours of England, Ireland and Scotland we are pleased to offer that little bit more with river tours of Amsterdam, coach tours of Paris and train trips to the chocolate capital of the world, Brussels!