UK Parliament: Audio Tour Dates and Times

Audio Tour

Visitors will be able to explore the Palace of Westminster at their own pace, guided by a multimedia headset device with audio and visual content. 

The tour content is offered in 10 languages including a version for children. Your multimedia device will help you navigate through the iconic rooms on the estate with visual and audio content to help you learn about the history and heritage of UK Parliament. 

Some of the tour highlights include Westminster Hall, Central Lobby, The House of Commons Chamber and The House of Lords Chamber.

Please be advised the UK Parliament is a working building and tours may be cancelled at short notice due to parliamentary business and access restrictions.

Important Information

Tour duration 
• There's no set time but you'll need to allow 90 minutes to complete the route.
• Please arrive at least 20 minutes before the time on your ticket so you can pass through the airport-style security search. 

When the tours run
• Saturdays throughout the year.
• During recess, tours run from Mondays to Saturdays.
• Last admission 16:15.

Suitability
• These tours are suitable for groups, solo visitors and families and children of all ages.
• There is limited seating throughout the tour.

Language options
• At the start of the tour, you will select from one of the following languages - English, British Sign Language, Welsh, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin, Russian, and Brazilian Portuguese. There is also a version in English for children up to age 11.

Accessibility
• UK Parliament is accessible for visitors with disabilities and other access needs. If there are multiple people in your group who will be using hearing loops, or if you have any other specific accessibility requirements, please contact visitparliament@parliament.uk so we can ensure your needs are met.

Groups
• Booking 10 or more tickets? Complete a group booking request.

Planning your visit
• Read more about how to find us, disability access, security, and our facilities on the plan your visit webpage.