Westminster Abbey Audio Guide
Explore Westminster Abbey with Stanza's GPS-triggered offline audio guide.
About the Tour
Westminster Abbey is a large, Gothic abbey church in London, England. It serves as the traditional place of coronation and burial site for English and later British monarchs.
What you will hear
The North Transept Entrance
The starting point for visitors, showcasing the grand Gothic facade and the entrance known as Solomon's Porch.
Solomon's Porch Entrance
Welcome to the magnificent North Transept entrance of Westminster Abbey, historically known as Solomon's Porch, a grand gateway reflecting the sovereign's authority.
The Sculpted North Porch
The elaborate stone carvings above these entrance doors serve as a visual manifesto of 13th-century religious and royal authority.
Scientists' Corner and the Choir Screen
A tribute to human discovery, anchored by the monument to Sir Isaac Newton on the ornate choir screen.
Symbols of Enlightenment
These charming cherubs on the Newton monument illustrate the 18th-century harmony between scientific reason and religious tradition.
The High Altar and Cosmati Pavement
The sacred heart of the Abbey where every coronation since 1066 has culminated.
The Cosmati Pavement
The Cosmati Pavement is an extraordinary 13th-century mosaic floor that uses complex geometry to represent the universe.
The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries
The Abbey's museum located high above the floor in the medieval triforium.
Litlyngton Missal
Marvel at the Litlyngton Missal, a stunning 14th-century illuminated manuscript that showcases the incredible artistry and wealth of the medieval monastery.
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