Such a historic place to see! It was everything that I thought it would be. (Didn't mean to rhyme....lol) My mother and I really wanted to see THE sidewalk and Abbey Road Studios so we jumped on a train and we there in about 30 minutes. You get off the train and pretty much walk straight and you run into the street. I 'accidently' walked up to the front door of Abbey Road Studios and got shooed away by security, which was totally fine as I apparently didn't see the big 'Do not enter' sign facing the street. The area is so iconic and a must-see for any Beatles or even a general music lover. read more

Abbey Road Studios is not just a place you visit. It is a place you feel. The moment you step inside, the walls carry decades of musical intention, creativity, and cultural gravity. Every room hums with history, yet nothing feels frozen in time. It is alive, relevant, and deeply inspiring. Whether you are a lifelong music fan or simply curious, this is one of those rare experiences that stays with you long after you leave London. read more

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The legendary Abbey Road studios were the Beatles & Pink Floyd made musical history. Fans from around the globe visited to pay homage to rock &roll. Fans sign their names on the white wall and purchase souvenirs at the gift shop. No visit is complete without walking the famous crosswalk. I really have to stop taking 20 years between visits. read more

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If you love music, this place is worth a visit. As other reviews noted, there is not much to do here per se aside from remembering (and later re-listening to) some of the world's greatest melodies that were recorded in this rather inconspicuous building: from Beatles, obviously, to Pink Floyd to Massive Attack and Radiohead and Oasis, and so many more, including Harry Styles [aka the primary reason for my teenage company]. The sidewalk nearby (yep, the "Beatles" one) is perpetually busy but once you venture to the studio, do stop by the studio store next door - they lay down the history of who's who and what's when. Was quite a trip down the memory lane for me. read more

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The Beatles aren't really my jam, but I owed it to a few people back home to visit what is most likely the most famous recording studio in the world. Besides, anyone with a fervid attachment to at least one band will understand the significance of this place. Legends lived, breathed and created in this place. It deserves some measure of reverence. Of course, being an irreverent soul by nature, this meant I was obligated to (partially) recreate the cover of the album carrying its namesake. I made up for it by purchasing a few souvenirs in the gift shop for the Beatlemaniacs back home, and to appease the gods of music I had no doubt offended in some way. read more

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Here's the thing, as a tourist you can't go into the studio, but to visit the place where so much history has been made is well worth it. Sign the wall, take the photo in the crosswalk, go to the Abbey Road Studios Shop right next door and take home a piece of history with you. Magic happened here. read more

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When I came here there were no tours available and a sign posted on the gate said there would be no tours. So I took that as a no thank you and a no you're not welcome. Snap a picture or two and you can be on your way. But, shimmy your way down the sidewalk a little more and visit the gift store. At least you will be able to take home a bit of a memento that is Abbey Road-centric. I popped in and bought a few souvenirs for family back home and browsed through just about everything. Very pop culture in here and would make a great gift for someone that is a lover of music. Staff were wonderful and very helpful. read more

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A great place to visit if you're a Beatles fan or a fan of music in general. The shop has (almost) everything you could want pertaining to its history and Beatles merchandise. The staff could be a little friendlier but overall I'm glad I was able to see this in person. read more

Expensive but worth it! My engineer, Paul Pritchard was fantastic and great to work with. A nice chap who made me and my band mates feel welcome. This has been on my bucket list for years and my dream came true this week. Great gear. Great ears. Excellent facilities, even a cafe with amazing food! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!! read more

This store is supposed to be the best but unfortunately the day we went they decide to close 1 hour early ( 5 pm instead of 6 pm and at 4:40 they said they were close ) . In their sign it said 4:45 pm so it was more than an hour . We did had a couple minutes but they got was rude and didn't care . It was not a good experience because we were looking forward to it and it was my boyfriends dream to go inside . I felt so bad because it was our last day in town . We did take a picture in the famous road but couldn't shop there at all read more

Note: There is a separate listing for just the crossing/Abbey Road. Abbey Road Studios actually provides the live webcam on the Abbey Road crossing so that's a fantastic thing the studios does. The sad is they don't have some special walk through tour of the studios and as far as I know you can just take pictures outside. I'm sure everything is completely changed and updated since the time The Beatles recorded here though. Of course, many other famous artists have also recorded at this studio. There is a restaurant at the Studios but it is not for the general public - only those recording there during the day. I would venture to say this is the most famous recording studio in the world. read more

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Without question, the best thing at Abbey Road is standing aback from the throng of adorers, and watching the people goose step through the famous crosswalk, making sure their arms and legs are spread as far and wide as possible, so as to reenact their fave album jacket. It's so dorky! As a huge Beatles fan, I can appreciate, but it's still great to enjoy the light buffoonery. You don't actually get to tour the studios. So that sucks. It is nice to be there, and see the wall with everyone's graffiti. My brother glued an American penny to the wall some months earlier, and I found it!!!! Woohoo, treasure! The gift shop had very expected items, and I bought nothing. It was just kinda cool to be there or whatever. I think the best part was the hour long walk with my wife. read more

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Right after the experience of crossing the most infamous road in London, it's great to walk into the Studio and peruse the history of photos, see a recreation of the original studio along with purchasing memorabilia and tchotchkes. Before you exit the Studio there's a signed photo wall of some of today's artist that is very cool to look at. read more

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A working studio that just happens to be a landmark of British music history (pop and classical), Abbey Road was one of the very best stops on our recent tour of London. The internal studios (1 & 2) are notable for their authentically old and near-original condition Studio 2 is where the Fab 4 recorded 90% of their work, and a few of their pianos actually remain in the original state. A small effects room just off the back of studio to is like visiting a friends old basement and is where some of the best Beatles sound effects were recorded. Studio 3 is modern and actually pretty small, but not too small for artists like Pink Floyd, Frank Ocean, and Florence and the Machine. The cafe here is charming and warm, and sets tone for a great experience. I don't think private tours are offered at all, though--so I'm writing as an extremely lucky insider. A small studio store alongside of the studio (separate entrance) is worth visiting, too. read more

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Highly recommend going here if you're a fan of the Beatles or a music lover. The actual studio is not open to the public but there is a gift shop and the famous zibra crossing right outside the door. This area of London has been my favourite. I recommend taking a stroll through Regent's Park and making your way to the studio. It's lovely on a sunny day. ** read more

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It is an institution. No, you generally cannot come inside without a reason to be there (aka recording or otherwise working there), so, sorry tourists. You can see it from the outside, however, when you go to see the famous zebra crossing. It is an honor to get to record there! read more

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A dream come true for me as I'm sure it would be for the billion other Beatles fans out there. ...To walk those steps to the studio itself, to cross Abbey Road, to remember the magical moments in music history that took place there... it's truly an amazing heart-filling experience. I'll remember it always. read more

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The Abbey Road was on my bucketlist since I love The Beatles!! It was a trek to get out to the location but definitely worth the visit. An iconic location with historical significance. Worth the visit! read more

Yeah. I'm almost embarrassed to admit this (almost) but I got the biggest thrill crossing the street at Abbey Road where the Beatles recorded their iconic album with the iconic album cover! Oddly enough, my husband and I didn't even realize we'd crossed it until we were on the other side of the street and saw the Abbey Road Studio. "Wait! Was that it?" Fortunately (?) it was a bitterly cold, gray, and wet day so there weren't many fans around. There also wasn't much traffic. My husband snapped my photo as I crossed the street ... just as my umbrella was caught by a gust of wind and blew it inside out. After snapping a few more photos we added our names to the wall outside the studio, then headed back towards Piccadilly Circus. Note: Take the Tube to the St. John's Wood station, cross the street and walk straight ahead. It's just a couple of minutes away. read more

I've lived in London on and off since 2000 and it's taken me this year to go to this ionic stop of London. I walked the famous crossing, signed the wall and got the tourist photo. Tip - Get there early or late. There are always crowds to compete with. Tip - download the abbey studio app. You can see yourself on the 24hr live webcam and take a screen shot of it on your iphone. That's a different way to take the selfie read more

This is a must for any Beatles fan. The crosswalk that graces the cover of the album recorded at this very studio. The stone walls out front of the studio have to be painted over few months because they fill up with people writing Beatles related messages on the white paint. read more

This was on my to-do list. I was disappointed to learn that the closest you can get is to stand on the other side of a iron fence and look at the building. Fortunately it is in a nice neighborhood/area so the walk from the tube is pleasant. It was cool to say you stood in front of a hall of legends and walked in their footprints when you cross the road, but honestly you probably do that every day and just don't know it. If I had a do-over, I wouldn't have bothered using that time to see Abbey Road Studios. I would have marked something else off of my London to-do list. That was probably a two-pub mini crawl I could have enjoyed. I get it; they are a working, live studio. I just would have expected some better sort of experience given the history of that building. read more

The staff at the shop was extremely rude and unhelpful. I am really disappointed as I brought my parents from the untied states specifically to fulfill a life long dream of coming here. Their experience was almost ruined by the rudeness we encountered at the shop. The man working at the counter accused my mother of taking shirts out of plastic wrap, which she did not, they were already in disarray. In spite of it all, my parents still made several purchases because their nostalgia overruled their poor experience. read more

The best recording studio in the world. Amazing room, friendly people, and an experience that is unparalleled. If you ever get a chance to record here, count yourself lucky. read more

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When I was in London this March I'm glad I decided to venture to St. John's Wood! Hello, the legendary Abbey Road Studios is here (and I'm guessing Paul McCartney lives close by - unfortunately no sightings of the Beatle). Since it was March, there were no throngs of people (thank god) and I got great photo ops without the usual crowds. I kept imagining the Beatles, Pink Floyd, Radiohead, etc. all the great bands that recorded here, inside the studio in their respective times, making magic. Long live Abbey Road Studios! read more

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Abbey Road studios are synonymous with the Beatles front cover of their final album 'Abbey Road' This place is like a shrine for Beatles fans though off the beaten track for tourists and so isn't as overcrowded as many other London attractions. The wall outside the studios is covered with goodwill messages left for the band from all over the world. There seemed to be little space left for anymore when I visited but I understand they have to whitewash the walls every few years so people can leave more messages! Nearby is the world famous pelican crossing which must be the bane of many drivers using this road having to stop for tourists taking their prized photos Video link: http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=I1ksrTVIf38 read more

I actually worked on a music video for Michael Ball at Abbey Road The staff here were really friendly and the whole day was a really nice experience If I needed a studio feel for another music video I wouldn't hesitate coming back here again! read more

An iconic stop to say the least. I'm not sure what advice I'd give to anyone trying to recreate the Beatle's album cover... maybe get there very late, or very early, as there was a consistent crowd of folks trying to cross the street and get someone to photograph them. All the while British drivers are ready to get on with their day. Not being in the music trade, needless to say we didn't see beyond the front door of the studios, but it was very cool to be there. There is rather standard tchotchke shop (yes, that really is how you spell it) attached to the studio with some reasonably clever items--branded drum sticks, plenty of album covers and memorabilia from the Beatles, Pink Floyd and many other items. read more

Abbey Road studios - All you need is love Abbey Road studios is one of the shrines to the Beatles which you must visit if you are a dedicated fan. If you're a bit of a hussler like me, you might get a peek inside the studios. If not, satisfy your beatle-oh-mania by removing your shoes at the Abbey Road crossing and striking the famous pose (without causing a traffic jam of course!). Don't forget your camera and make sure you bring a good quality permanent marker to write your message on the wall - but don't get arrested while doing this ! read more

From the outside it doesn't look like much but it birthed a really great record. The studio itself is very well maintained.

A little piece of musical history tucked away in the 'burbs. Not only is the site where countless Beatles tracks were recorded, but also the likes of: The Pretty Things, Pink Floyd, Kate Bush, Oasis, Dido, Fats Waller, Connie Francis, Freddie de Rivaz , Absynthe Minded, Josh Groban, Colbie Caillat, Linda Eder, Hilary Hahn, Kutless, Cliff Richard, Adam Ant, Nightwish, Radiohead, Al Stewart, Muse, XTC, Gemma Hayes, The Zombies, Take That, Scarlet Party, Green Day, U2, The Used, Bucks Fizz, Camel, The Killers, James Taylor, Peter & Gordon, The Shadows, Morrissey - Mullen, Gnarls Barkley, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Gulliver Alcoran, Elliott Smith, Syd Barrett, Plácido Domingo, Michael Nyman, Trevor Jones, Mecano, Sigur Rós, Mashina Vremeni, Aly & AJ, and Panic at the Disco.[4][5] Studio Two has been used by David Gilmour, The Hollies, Manfred Mann, The Seekers, Gerry & the Pacemakers, John Mayer, Martin Briley, Mrs Mills, Madness, Lucie Silvas, Kanye West, Kate Nash, Eliza Lynn, the Spice Girls, Point of Grace, Darren Burn, Fanzine,and others. (thank you Wikipedia) And as if that weren't enough, one of the first recording sessions was of none other than composer/conductor Edward Elgar (ok, this is really only cool if you're into classical music...). Granted I've never been INSIDE the studios...I'm not famous enough yet. But the walls outside are covered with countless Beatles quotes, tributes, signatures, and other graffiti that you could spend hours reading. (And I'm sure they must have to paint over it at least once a month to keep up.) Also nearby is, of course, that famous crosswalk of the Beatles's Abbey Road album cover fame. Just be careful if you try to take a picture crossing it - locals are usually pretty irritable about waiting (I would be too!) and they drive FAST! :) read more