Museum
British Museum
London, United Kingdom
A vast museum of world cultures and ancient treasures, with free entry to the main collection.
Church, mosque or temple · United Kingdom · England
Westminster Abbey
The Gothic church where English and British monarchs have been crowned and many are buried.
UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 1.5 h
For storytellers
Why Westminster Abbey matters
Step into the church where coronations and royal weddings take place. Under the soaring Gothic vaults you will walk past tombs of kings, queens, poets and scientists. It is both a working church and one of the richest history lessons in London.
Talking points
- Coronations have taken place here for centuries.
- Poets' Corner honours many famous writers.
- Interior photography is usually not permitted.
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