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Westminster Abbey is one of the most important religious buildings in the United Kingdom and a central monument of British history. For more than a thousand years, it has been the setting for royal coronations, weddings, and funerals. Every English and British monarch since William the Conqueror has been crowned here, with only a few exceptions. The Abbey is also known for hosting royal weddings, including that of Prince William and Catherine Middleton. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Abbey attracts millions of visitors each year.

位置

Westminster Abbey is located in central London, in the Westminster area, close to Parliament Square. It stands next to the Palace of Westminster and is within walking distance of other major landmarks. Address: Dean’s Yard, London SW1P 3PA, United Kingdom. Westminster Abbey is easily accessible by public transport:

• 地铁（管线）： Westminster station (Jubilee, District, and Circle lines) or St James’s Park station
• 火车： 伦敦滑铁卢车站或查令十字车站，然后步行一小段路程
• 公共汽车： Numerous bus routes stop near Parliament Square and Westminster
• 步行： Easily reached from Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace, and the South Bank

Public transport is recommended, as parking in the area is very limited.

参观亮点

Visitors to Westminster Abbey can explore a wide range of historic and cultural highlights:

• The Coronation Chair – used in every British coronation since 1308
• Poets’ Corner – burial place and memorial site for writers such as Chaucer, Dickens, and Shakespeare
• Royal Tombs – including monarchs such as Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots
• The Lady Chapel – a masterpiece of late Gothic architecture
• The Nave – one of the highest Gothic naves in England
• Historic Memorials – commemorating scientists, statesmen, and national figures

票价

Entry to Westminster Abbey requires a ticket:

• 成人： £31
• 儿童及优惠： 优惠价格
• Under 5: 免费
• Worship services: free to attend

游客信息

The Abbey is open to visitors most days, with reduced hours during religious services and special events. As it remains an active place of worship, visitors are expected to dress respectfully. A typical visit lasts 1.5–2 hours. Photography inside the Abbey is generally not permitted.