Westminster Abbey Visit: Tickets, Hours, and Photo Tips

Everything you need to visit Westminster Abbey—tickets, busy times, accessibility notes, and the best photography strategies.

12/2/2025

14 min read

Visitors entering Westminster Abbey through the main doorway

A little planning turns a busy landmark into a peaceful encounter.

Quick Tips

Book timed entry; arrive 15 minutes early.
Early weekdays outside holidays are quietest.
Photography is restricted in some areas—respect signage.

Front façade

Accessibility

Step‑free routes available; staff can assist at key thresholds.
Services are free to attend—check daily schedule.

Don’t Miss

Cosmati Pavement, Lady Chapel vaults, Poets’ Corner, Coronation Chair.

Bottom Line

Plan smartly, see deeply, and leave time to sit.

Über den Autor

Practical Guide Editor

Ich habe dies erstellt, damit du die Westminster Abbey gelassen genießen kannst—klügere Zeiten, freundlichere Wege und Kontext, der Kapellen und Geschichten zum Klingen bringt.