How long is the walk in Westminster Abbey?

When visiting as part of our Westminster Abbey Tour, we spend around 90 minutes in the Church. You don't have to join a tour; you can opt to use the audio guide or stroll through at your own pace. We would recommend planning at least an hour to enjoy the Abbey, as there's so much to see.



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Is Westminster Abbey worth it? With its burial sites for kings, queens, writers, and scientists, its long, rich history, and its importance as a coronation site for English and British monarchs, Westminster Abbey is one of the most awe-inspiring churches in the world to visit.

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11 Things You Can´t Miss in Westminster Abbey
  • The Lady Chapel. Walking through The Lady Chapel| ©Jim Dyson. ...
  • The Coronation Chair. The Coronation Chair| ©Can Pac Swire. ...
  • The Royal Tombs. Queen Elizabeth's Tomb| ©Jacob Truedson Demitz. ...
  • Poets' Corner. ...
  • The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. ...
  • Pyx Chamber. ...
  • The Choir. ...
  • The Cloisters Cloisters.


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The distance between Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace is 3536 feet.

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We suggest between 2 and 2½ hours. You are advised to wear comfortable shoes, as the visitor route in summer includes a fairly long walk through the garden to the exit, along a gravel path.

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If you want to explore the abbey while avoiding crowds, then it is better that you come right after the abbey opens in the morning. You can also visit the abbey on Wednesdays when it is usually open till 6 PM and also free from crowds.

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The distance between Harrods and Buckingham Palace is 4725 feet.

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