A visit to Westminster Abbey, the Royal Church, followed by a Thames river cruise in the footsteps of kings and queens to Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress: The Tower of London.
Westminster Abbey is where monarchs are crowned, 38 Coronations to date, and there are more than 3,000 people buried and commemorated in the church. The shrine of St Edward the Confessor is a key feature although the present church, 500 years in the making, is largely the work of King Henry III who revered St Edward. Prince William and Kate Middleton, now The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, were married here in 2011.
Option to walk along Whitehall. After a lunch break, a short cruise on the River Thames takes us to The Tower of London.
The Tower: a jewel in the crown. Literally. This palace is where the Crown Jewels are kept and can be seen. There are centuries of history to explore: see where prisoners were brought in, marvel at the fortifications. Hear stories of prisoners and what happened to them. The Tower’s yeomen warders, the ‘Beefeaters’, and the ravens will be keeping an eye on us! It’s a magic experience!
On quayside at Greenwich;
On Quayside beside HMS Belfast
There is an optional walk along Whitehall, a street in Westminster and appropriate footwear should be worn.
The weather in England, even in the summer, can be changeable and a rain proof jacket is advisable.
