M
Very interesting...
Very interesting tour. The historical background was explained by our guide Marvin. A very relaxed and entertaining guided tour.
The Original Royal Changing of the Guard Experience
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $22 / person
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 · 35 reviews
- Languages
- DE, CMN, JA, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 25
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- See Your City
- Meeting point
- Goddess Diana Statue outside Green Park Tube Station Exit. Our guide will be waiting for you with a blue flag.Exact directions to this spot, your guide and a one-tap "running late" are in your SYC Passport: app.seeyour.city, with your Viator booking reference and the surname on the booking.
Description
Explore a thousand years of Westminster’s history as expert guides bring iconic landmarks, royal legends, and the famous Changing of the Guard to life on this immersive London walking tour.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Wed, Fri, and Sun
- Start times
- 9:30 AM and 9:45 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 16
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $22
- Child (ages 5–17)
- $15
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Berkeley Square
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Burlington Arcade
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St. James's Palace
Full of filming locations from ‘The Crown’ & more!
St. James's Park
Buckingham Palace
A fabulous photo opportunity for fans of the royals.
Parliament Square
Including a peek at Downing Street.
Westminster Abbey
The site of coronations, royal weddings & state funerals.
What's included
Included
Professional Guide
Not included
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.4
35 reviews
How it compares in London
- Starting price $22 is 67% below the typical $67 for tours of similar length in London
Excurgo comparison of 4,764 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please arrive at least 15 minutes ahead of the starting time in order not to miss the tour as it will be hard to catch up once arrived late.
- Your interactive tickets, games and concierge live in your SYC Passport: go to app.seeyour.city, enter your Viator booking reference and the surname on the booking.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does The Original Royal Changing of the Guard Experience take?
The Original Royal Changing of the Guard Experience lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does The Original Royal Changing of the Guard Experience cost?
Prices start at $22 per person for this London experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does The Original Royal Changing of the Guard Experience run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, starting at 9:30 AM and 9:45 AM.
How much does The Original Royal Changing of the Guard Experience cost for children?
Children aged 5–17 pay from $15, adults from $22. Infants go free.
Can I cancel The Original Royal Changing of the Guard Experience for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Goddess Diana Statue outside Green Park Tube Station Exit. Our guide will be waiting for you with a blue flag. Exact directions to this spot, your guide and a one-tap "running late" are in your SYC Passport: app.seeyour.city, with your Viator booking reference and the surname on the booking. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is The Original Royal Changing of the Guard Experience offered in?
The experience is available in DE, CMN, JA, EN, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(35)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
S
A m a z i n g!!!! i love...
A M A Z I N G!!!! I love the small group which allowed great conversation and interaction learning of England history. Definitely recommend and would repeat if I had time.
D
The team left without us. There was no guide available.for us to follow & the instructions were not
There was no guide & we were unable to find the group. The instructions were not clear enough for us to Catch up.
J
My tour was cancelled. ...
My tour was cancelled. The reason given was that there were “operational changes” and could I reschedule for the following day. I was notified of the cancellation just one hour before it was to commence and was well on my way to the starting point. Btw, my tour was Buckingham Palace, Changing of the Guard and a Thames cruise to the Tower. My issue is, that while there may have been ‘operational changes’, the fact is, that there was no changing of the guard scheduled for the day of our tour. We were booked for a Saturday and the event only happens on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. To me this is deceitful advertising, selling a product that was not going to happen on that day. Poor sales technique from a well known booking agent
B
Great experience
Marvin my tour guide was so smart and nice , I would definitely recommend him. I loved all the information he shared on the history of Great Britain
K
Meeting point needs to be clearer.
Not very accurate on who or where you’re meeting and I missed my tour. There’s a atleast ten other groups meeting in the same area I would be early if you want to find the right one.
1 people found this helpful
M
Not so happy
Directions to where to meet were not very detailed. Guide left. Meet time was 10 a.m., the event started at 10a.m. We had a choice of seeing the event or finding the guide. Poor communication. I would think guide would have txt or emailed me .
P
Marvin's Buckingham Tour
Marvin was very knowledgeable and personable. A great host. We were able to experience a lot in a short time. We learned many interesting facts
K
Marvin is an excellent tour
Our tour guide - Marvin was an expert in what he was talking about. Absolutely enjoyed and learned about the English history. Excellent job Marvin
U
Walking tour very informative. Guide was fun and friendly Brigit.
Great tour we learned alot about the history. Tour guide Brigit was fun and we got to see the parade and walk around regents park.
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