Guided Tours of the Houses of Parliament
| Booking to: | 6 October 2012 |
| Saturdays: | to 21 July 2012 |
| Summer Opening: | 27 July -6 October 2012 |
| Group size: | 10+ |
| Early sessions (9:15am - 10:15am): | £8.25 |
| Morning sessions (10:30am - 12:30pm): | £10 |
| Afternoon sessions (1:15pm - 4:30pm): | £12 |
Event Details
Discover 1000 years of the UK's history within one iconic building.
Insightful and entertaining guided tours last 75 minutes and are available every Saturday and throughout the summer recess of parliament, typically during August and September.
Tours run throughout the day and offer the opportunity to discover the fascinating blend of history and politics that lie within one of the most instantly recognisable buildings in the world.
Also known as the Palace of Westminster, 1000 years ago it was the official residence of the English royal family. The oldest part of the building is Westminster Hall which was completed in 1097 and has held a central role in British history since then. The majority of the original palace was destroyed by fire in 1834 and the magnificent Gothic-Revival building which now stands, majestically, in its place was designed by Sir Charles Barry and completed in 1870.
While the outside of the building is well known the guided tours allow visitors to discover the many treasures within the building such as the spectacular fixtures and fittings designed by the eccentric A.W.N. Pugin, including the wonderful throne in the Lords chamber, and a rich collection of works of art.
Led by a fully qualified Blue Badge Guide, the tours follow the processional route taken by Her Majesty the Queen when she performs the State Opening of Parliament. The tours take in the Lords and Commons Chambers plus other highlights such as Westminster Hall, the Queen's Robing Room, the Royal Gallery, Peers' Lobby, Central Lobby, Members' Lobby and St Stephen's Hall.
Insightful and entertaining guided tours last 75 minutes and are available every Saturday and throughout the summer recess of parliament, typically during August and September.
Tours run throughout the day and offer the opportunity to discover the fascinating blend of history and politics that lie within one of the most instantly recognisable buildings in the world.
Also known as the Palace of Westminster, 1000 years ago it was the official residence of the English royal family. The oldest part of the building is Westminster Hall which was completed in 1097 and has held a central role in British history since then. The majority of the original palace was destroyed by fire in 1834 and the magnificent Gothic-Revival building which now stands, majestically, in its place was designed by Sir Charles Barry and completed in 1870.
While the outside of the building is well known the guided tours allow visitors to discover the many treasures within the building such as the spectacular fixtures and fittings designed by the eccentric A.W.N. Pugin, including the wonderful throne in the Lords chamber, and a rich collection of works of art.
Led by a fully qualified Blue Badge Guide, the tours follow the processional route taken by Her Majesty the Queen when she performs the State Opening of Parliament. The tours take in the Lords and Commons Chambers plus other highlights such as Westminster Hall, the Queen's Robing Room, the Royal Gallery, Peers' Lobby, Central Lobby, Members' Lobby and St Stephen's Hall.
Venue Information
Parking:
Travel by car is not advised as there is little on street parking and the nearby NCP car park is often full.
Public Transportation:
Coach:
Visitors may be dropped off and picked up directly outside Victoria Tower Gardens, but coaches may not wait here.
Train:
Nearest stations are Charing Cross, Victoria and Waterloo.
Bus:
3, 11, 12, 24, 53, 87, 88, 148, 159, 211, 453.
London Underground:
Westminster (District, Circle and Jubilee lines).
Box Office Numbers:
Tickets can be booked in advance on 0844 847 1672
Groups (10+) should call 0844 847 2498 for availability and prices
Box Office Hours:
The on-site ticket office address is:
Lower Ground Floor,
6/7 Old Palace Yard,
Abingdon Street,
Westminster,
SW1P 3JY
(Opposite the Victoria Tower at the Houses of Parliament)
Opening Hours are 08:45 - 16:45
Types of Payment Accepted:
Cash, Access, Visa, most debit cards.
Box Office Collection Accepted:
If you have arranged to collect your tickets from the box office, please note that tickets can only be collected on the event day, on your way into the event. Tickets can not be collected in advance of the day. You must take your credit/debit card and booking reference number with you in order to collect your tickets.
Accessible Seating:
Except for one stop (of 15), the tour is wheelchair accessible.
There are only limited opportunities for sitting down during the tour. Wheelchairs are available on request.
General Rules:
Everyone entering the Houses of Parliament must go through airport style security checks. These checks can take longer during peak times. Please ensure you arrive 20 minutes in advance of your time slot to ensure you have enough time to go through security.
Bags or luggage larger than those permitted in aircraft cabins may be refused entry.
No Wheeled Luggage allowed.
Parliament has no facilities for leaving items; commercial outlets are available nearby at Victoria and Charing Cross stations.
Personal defence items are not allowed.
No liqui
Travel by car is not advised as there is little on street parking and the nearby NCP car park is often full.
Public Transportation:
Coach:
Visitors may be dropped off and picked up directly outside Victoria Tower Gardens, but coaches may not wait here.
Train:
Nearest stations are Charing Cross, Victoria and Waterloo.
Bus:
3, 11, 12, 24, 53, 87, 88, 148, 159, 211, 453.
London Underground:
Westminster (District, Circle and Jubilee lines).
Box Office Numbers:
Tickets can be booked in advance on 0844 847 1672
Groups (10+) should call 0844 847 2498 for availability and prices
Box Office Hours:
The on-site ticket office address is:
Lower Ground Floor,
6/7 Old Palace Yard,
Abingdon Street,
Westminster,
SW1P 3JY
(Opposite the Victoria Tower at the Houses of Parliament)
Opening Hours are 08:45 - 16:45
Types of Payment Accepted:
Cash, Access, Visa, most debit cards.
Box Office Collection Accepted:
If you have arranged to collect your tickets from the box office, please note that tickets can only be collected on the event day, on your way into the event. Tickets can not be collected in advance of the day. You must take your credit/debit card and booking reference number with you in order to collect your tickets.
Accessible Seating:
Except for one stop (of 15), the tour is wheelchair accessible.
There are only limited opportunities for sitting down during the tour. Wheelchairs are available on request.
General Rules:
Everyone entering the Houses of Parliament must go through airport style security checks. These checks can take longer during peak times. Please ensure you arrive 20 minutes in advance of your time slot to ensure you have enough time to go through security.
Bags or luggage larger than those permitted in aircraft cabins may be refused entry.
No Wheeled Luggage allowed.
Parliament has no facilities for leaving items; commercial outlets are available nearby at Victoria and Charing Cross stations.
Personal defence items are not allowed.
No liqui
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