Service Rating:Houses of Parliament Self Guided Tour
A Tour of the Houses of Parliament by audio guide with free time for lunch
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Houses of Parliament Self Guided Tour
Audio tours of the Houses of Parliament offer a unique combination of one thousand years of history, modern day politics, and stunning art and architecture. Most of what is seen on the tour was built in the mid 19th Century following a devastating fire in 1834, but the route also incorporates Westminster Hall, begun in 1097 by William Rufus, son of William the Conqueror. The tours start by following the route taken by The King at the State Opening of Parliament; from The Robing Room, through the Royal Gallery and Prince’s Chamber, into the majestic Lords Chamber. Tours then move on through Central Lobby, Members’ Lobby and one of the voting lobbies before entering the Commons Chamber, scene of many lively debates. Passing through St Stephen’s Hall, the tours end in 900 year old Westminster Hall, a place where many historic trials have taken place and where Nelson Mandela and Barack Obama have addressed Parliament in more recent years. Please note you will be given an audio headset to use at your own pace around the Houses of Parliament, there will not be a personal guide. Free time for lunch at leisure before a timed tour with audio-guide at the Houses of Parliament Saturday 30 January 2027 Pick ups: Route A2 Saturday 20 February 2027 Pick ups: Route B2 Adult £61 Young Person £54 Child £29 Price Includes Entrance Ticket & Audio Guide Return Coach Fare During the tour you are not allowed to take photos in the debating chambers (House of Commons & House of Lords) however you are welcome to take photos for personal, non-commercial purposes in Westminster Hall and St Stephen’s Hall. Photography is also permitted in the visitor area of New Palace Yard which provides views of the Elizabeth Tower. The use of cameras and mobile phones is not permitted in other parts of the tour routes or in the public galleries. In consideration of other visitors, mobile phones should be switched off during tours.PICK-UP POINTS
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour. Please note some pick up points may not be served on all departure dates.
| NAME | PICK-UP TIME | RETURN TIME |
|---|---|---|
| Baldock Market Place S | 10:10 | 19:05 |
| Bishops Std Rail Station | Unavailable | Unavailable |
| Cambridge Trumpington P&R | 09:20 | 19:55 |
| Newport Stn Rd Bus Stop S | Unavailable | Unavailable |
| Royston Bus Station | 09:50 | 19:25 |
| Saffron Walden High St S | Unavailable | Unavailable |
| Sawston War Memorial S | Unavailable | Unavailable |
| Stansted Mountfit Har S | Unavailable | Unavailable |
| Stevenage Bus Station L | 10:30 | 18:45 |