Arrange a tour

Visitors who tour Parliament will see the key areas of the estate, such as the Commons and Lords debating chambers and the Queen’s Robing Room. UK residents can tour throughout the year; overseas visitors may only tour during the Summer Opening. Accompanied by a trained guide, visitors travel through designated areas of the parliamentary estate. Tours take about 75 minutes.

UK residents

Free tours are held throughout the year, and you need to arrange a place through your MP or a Lord. Please note that tours are very popular and places are limited. Tours generally have to be booked about six months in advance.

Visitors can pay for a tour during the Summer Opening, in advance or by queuing on the day.

Families

Please note that tours are not recommended for young children as there is a lot of walking. Pushchairs are allowed, but larger models will not fit in certain areas.

Foreign languages

We regret that we are unable to offer tours in foreign languages except during the Summer Opening.

Bags

Bags or luggage larger than those permitted in aircraft cabins may be refused entry. Parliament has no facilities for leaving items; commercial outlets are available nearby at Victoria and Charing Cross stations.

Toilet break!

The tours last around 75 minutes. It is advisable to leave time to visit the facilities prior to your tour. Accessible public toilets are also available at the nearby Westminster tube station. Within Parliament disabled toilets are located off Westminster Hall and Central Lobby.

Overseas visitors

Overseas visitors can only tour Parliament during the Summer Opening, when paid-for tickets are available. However, overseas visitors may still attend debates and committees throughout the year.

• Summer Opening
• Attend debates
• Watch committees