Changing of the Guard & Buckingham Palace Guided Tour Small Group
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Experience the Changing of the Guard from the best vantage points on this guided walking tour in London. Avoid the common mistake of waiting outside Buckingham Palace, where crowds often block the view. Instead, follow your expert guide through the entire ceremony, ensuring you don’t miss a moment of this historic tradition. Learn fascinating insights as the King’s foot guards, dressed in their iconic red tunics and bearskin hats, march with precision to Buckingham Palace. Beyond the ceremony, explore London’s royal landmarks, including Buckingham Palace, St. James’s Palace, Clarence House, Whitehall, and Westminster Abbey. Witness the Horse Guard Parade, stroll through Green Park, and uncover hidden stories of St. James’s Palace, once home to King Henry VIII. End your journey in Parliament Square, near Westminster Underground Station, conveniently located across from Big Ben, after an unforgettable dive into British history and pageantry.
Your experience
Stop 1
Admire and learn about the history of the place.
Stop 2
Observe the historical changing of the guards ceremony and learn about the history of the place.
Stop 3
Observe the ending of the changing of the guards ceremony and learn about the history of the place.
Stop 4
Admire and learn about the history of the place.
Stop 5
Admire and learn about the history of the place.
Stop 6
Admire and learn about the history of the place.
Stop 7
Admire and learn about the history of the place.
What’s included
- Changing of the Guards (occurs only on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday and subject to change)
- See Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and other London landmarks
- 2 hours guided walking tour with expert guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- No food or drinks included
- Entry to Buckingham Palace is not included in the tour.
Meeting and pickup
The meeting point is outside of the Green Park Underground station. Please use the Green Park Exit. Our guide will wait for you next to the Constance Fund fountain of Diana. London SW1A 1RD, UK
Before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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