Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey guided tour

Visit the House of Parliament and Westminster Abbey with this guided tour! You will first visit Westminster Abbey and admire the Gothic architecture of this building, famous for being the coronation church and the burial site of the monarchs and of other heroes such as Isaac Newton and Charles Darwin. During the visit, your guide will tell you how the British monarchy contributed to the country’s transition to democracy. Afterwards, you will reach the Parliament and begin your tour in the oldest part of the building, Westminster Hall. Then, you will enter the Chambers of the House of Lords and the Chamber of the House of Commons. During the tour you will learn about the old ceremonies and traditions that hold the foundations of this legislative body and discover some interesting facts, including why the King is not allowed to enter the House of Commons.