London in a Day Shore Excursion with Westminster Abbey and Tower of London

Meet your guide at Southampton Cruise Terminal

Meet your private driver-guide at the exit point of the Southampton Cruise Terminal. Board a comfortable, waiting vehicle and start the journey toward London. Get settled as your guide gives an overview of the day's sights and the history of the city.

Westminster Abbey

Start your tour with skip-the-line entry into Westminster Abbey. Stand by the historic Coronation Chair and see the resting places of many Royal Tombs. Observe the stone carving in the Henry VII Lady Chapel and honor British writers in the famed Poets’ Corner.

Pass by Big Ben

The tour continues past the iconic Elizabeth Tower, known around the world as Big Ben. Take in the impressive Gothic Revival façade as your guide shares facts about its massive size and its lasting importance to British culture and timekeeping.

Pass by Buckingham Palace

Your city drive then passes Buckingham Palace, the official working residence and headquarters of the British monarch. Catch a view of the grand palace gates and learn fascinating details about the history of the royal family.

Pass by St Paul’s Cathedral

Next, pass under the magnificent dome of Sir Christopher Wren’s classic baroque masterpiece at St. Paul's Cathedral. Your guide points out how this cathedral survived World War II and highlights its important role in hosting many major national events.