Big Ben and the Elizabeth Tower tours

Tours suspended during Elizabeth Tower refurbishment

Essential conservation works needed to refurbish and repair the Elizabeth Tower and Great Clock were announced in April 2016. As these large scale works are now underway, there are no tours inside the Elizabeth Tower.

• Find out more about the programme of conservation works

Other tours and talks available to UK and overseas visitors

During refurbishment you can attend one of the free talks about Big Ben and the Elizabeth Tower which are held monthly.

The hour-long presentation, given by members of the Big Ben team, covers the history and workings of this famous clock and iconic tower and will be followed by a short question and answer session.

• Find out more about the free talks on Big Ben and the Elizabeth Tower

You can book tickets for a number of other tours at the Houses of Parliament which take place on Saturdays throughout the year and on weekdays during parliamentary recesses.

• Find out more about tours at the Houses of Parliament

Tickets can be purchased online, by phone or on the day from the Ticket Office.