London: Buckingham Palace & Big Ben (& Westminster Abbey entry)
Description
Explore London’s top 20 world famous landmarks on a 3 hour walking tour then visit Westminster Abbey One of the United Kingdom's most notable religious buildings and the traditional place of coronation and burial site for the English Monarchy. Start with a walking tour of the history, culture, and legends of one of Europe’s best-loved cities. Head through Green Park to Buckingham Palace, watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony (certain days). Head to Westminster, see Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament. Then, head to Westminster Abbey. Since the coronation of William the Conqueror in 1066, all coronations of English and British monarchs have been in Westminster Abbey. Please note: The Changing of the Guard happens Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun only - 10am tour We will not accompany you into the Abbey
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After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace. On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot! Afterward, walk along the Royal Mall.
Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.
Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!
Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This is home to many grand buildings and monuments, as well as Downing Street where British Prime Ministers have lived and worked since 1735!
At Parliament Square, you’ll see the incredible Palace of Westminster (home to the Houses of Parliament) and the iconic Big Ben clock up close, as well as views of the London Eye and Churchill Statue.
Continue to Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned! We'll pre-book your entry tickets for after the walking tour, so no need to join the long ticket line! Once inside, explore at your own pace with the help of a free audio guide (available in multiple languages)
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This 3-hour walking tour. See “What to Expect” for full route details.
Reviews(715)
Ashley was outstanding. Great tour guide - funny, smart, and very knowledgeable about history. There is no better way to enjoy London with such as a nice tour guide.
Benedict was fantastic. Loved his sense of humor. He provided a really entertaining and informative tour.
Will was terrific! Fun, clever, knowledgeable. We learned a lot and he mixed history with current events. A+
Tour guide was awesome and very informative
The morning of the tour, the Abbey notified them that they’d be closed when we were scheduled to go. Not Viator’s fault. We missed seeing the changing of the guard but it provided a lunch break between the Abbey (very cool) and the walking tour (great). It’s a lot of standing on hard ground (rare sitting option) with only 1 bathroom break so keep that in mind. I was able to pop off to use a nearby bathroom then use location sharing with my hubby to rejoin a few minutes later.
Well worth doing. Our guide Adrian was amazing and extremely knowledgeable. He even lined up a real life glimpse of The King!
The tour hit many of the must see attractions and the guide was excellent!
Ashley was very knowledgeable and fun. Great tour all around!
Excellent. Thanks guys despite the heat
We had an outstanding tour with Ashley in London! He was incredibly knowledgeable, entertaining, and passionate about the city’s history and landmarks. Ashley brought London to life with fascinating stories, historical insights, and local recommendations that made the experience truly memorable. His energy, sense of humor, and ability to engage everyone in the group made the tour enjoyable from start to finish. He kept a great pace, answered every question thoughtfully, and made sure everyone felt included. What could have been just another sightseeing tour turned into one of the highlights of our trip thanks to Ashley. If you’re visiting London, I highly recommend taking a tour with him—you won’t be disappointed. Five stars and well deserved!
