Changing of the Guard & Buckingham Palace Guided Tour Small Group
Description
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.
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Itinerary
Admire and learn about the history of the place.
Observe the historical changing of the guards ceremony and learn about the history of the place.
Observe the ending of the changing of the guards ceremony and learn about the history of the place.
Admire and learn about the history of the place.
Admire and learn about the history of the place.
Admire and learn about the history of the place.
Admire and learn about the history of the place.
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What's included
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Important Information
- 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
Reviews(114)
Adrian was absolutely phenomenal. This guided tour was so affordable - I would have paid more for this!
Adrian was a fantastic tour guide! Highly recommend! The day we went, the changing of the guard was canceled, but Adrian helped us make the best of it and we ended up seeing the King!
Excellent tour! We even saw the king!
Adrian is very knowledgable, friendly and helpful. He took us to the best spots to see the guards , he took lots of photos for us. There is a fair bit of walking involved, to move quickly between the guards changing. You walk through 2 beautiful parks, see lots of amazing sights. He finished off by letting us know where the closest toilets were and recommending the best cafes to get lunch. Highly recommend!
Kids love the tour! They see the guards and want to know more about them. Very rewarding! Our tour, Adrien is very knowledgeable and very friendly.
Adrian was an excellent guide. He gave us good information and was friendly and professional. We would take him as our guide anytime!
The tour was excellent. The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. I've seen the changing of the guards with and without a tour guide and I would definitely recommend having a guide. Wear comfortable clothes because you'll be walking quickly between stops.
Adrian was our guid and he was very informative. Recommend to all who can walk.
Good, and very knowledgeable
Adrian is a delightful and informative tour guide! We learned a lot about British history in a short period of time.
