Mr Trump was welcomed by the Very Reverend Dr John Hall and the Duke of York, and remained solemn as he laid a wreath at the Grave of the Unknown Warrior.
Joined by the First Lady Melania, daughter Ivanka and son-in-law Jared Kushner in his first visit to the abbey, the president described it as an honour in a message in the distinguished visitors’ book.
Dr Hall led prayers at the grave on Monday afternoon.
Stood between the dean and wife Melania, Mr Trump kept his eyes closed as the prayer was delivered, reaching down to touch the wreath as it was placed on the grave by two marines.
He and Melania stood side by side as a choir sung behind them.
The president marvelled at the age of the building – which is celebrating its 750th anniversary this year – during a tour of the abbey.
After turning to his wife and relaying that it was built in 1269, Mr Trump asked the dean if the Queen would attend the anniversary celebrations.
White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders and adviser Kellyanne Conway also joined the delegation as they walked through the abbey.
The dean, who remained tight-lipped about what he and the president discussed, said he was “friendly” and they had a “good conversation”.
“He was very interested, very engaged,” Dr Hall said after Mr Trump’s departure.
“This year we’re celebrating the 750th anniversary of the…
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