Plan your visit

Parliament is open to the public through a variety of different programmes and events. Guided tours take visitors into both the Commons and Lords chambers and historic Westminster Hall. Visitors can also attend debates in both Houses and watch committee hearings.

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Related information

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Saturday and Summer Opening

On Saturdays and during the Summer Opening, UK residents and overseas visitors can buy tickets in advance or queue on the day to tour Parliament. Tours start every 15 mins and last approximately 75 mins

Saturday: 9.15am – 4.30pm (full tour)
Summer Opening: once the dates have been confirmed they will be available to view on the following page:

Big Ben: Tour, video, images
Fast details
  • Open to UK permanent residents only
  • Tours must be arranged through your local MP or a Member of the House of Lords
  • Tours are free of charge
  • No children under the age of 11 years
  • Tours are now fully booked until the end of January 2013
  • February bookings will open on 1 November 2012
  • Please note that there will be no tours from Friday 21 December 2012 until Monday 7 January 2013