Ticket to Whitby Abbey

This ticket to Whitby Abbey will take you on a journey to England in the Middle Ages. On your visit, you'll learn about the Abbey's history and discover its links with the Anglican and Catholic churches.

Description

Located on the coast, just 75 kilometres (46 miles) from York, the impressive ruins of Whitby Abbey tell the story of an extensive history of more than 1,000 years.

Despite invasions, robberies, bombings, and abandonment by Henry VIII in the 16th century, the skeleton of this Benedictine abbey has largely remained intact. The abbey, perched on a hilltop with wonderful views of the North Sea, has long served as a reference point for sailors and is said to have inspired Bram Stoker's novel Dracula. These details are available on the information boards in the visitor's centre.

Operating hours

Whitby Abbey is open from Monday to Sunday at the following times:

March 29 - October 29: Between 10 am and 5 pmOctober 30 - March 28: Between 10 am and 4 pm

Final admission is 30 minutes in advance of the closing time. Hours are flexible and subject to change.

Ticket familiar

You can opt for a family ticket, valid for two adults and up to three children aged 5 to 17.