🏨 Changing of the Guard & Westminster Walking Tour Activity

Changing of the Guard & Westminster Walking Tour

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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 2 hours

Departs: London, London

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

See British tradition come to life on this private or a small-group fully-guided Changing of the Guard and City of Westminster walking tour, where you get to experience two iconic London experiences combined in one morning with a local expert guide.

Witness the age-old tradition of the Changing of the Guard from the best and the most photographable viewpoints, and explore the magnificent Westminster Abbey from outside, accompanied by your guide’s expert commentary.

What's Included

Expert, English-speaking private tour guide

Walking Tour around Buckingham Palace & Westminster

What's Not Included

Admission tickets

Gratuities

Traveler Information

INFANT: Age: 0 - 5
CHILD: Age: 6 - 16
ADULT: Age: 17 - 99

Additional Info

Government-imposed COVID restrictions for entering countries and venues (e.g. booster shot, negative COVID test, vaccine certificate with a QR code) may change with little notice. It is the responsibility of all visitors to ensure they check the official
Public transportation options are available nearby
This service ends outside Westminster Abbey.
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Government-imposed COVID restrictions for entering countries and venues (e.g. booster shot, negative COVID test, vaccine certificate with a QR code) may change with little notice. It is the responsibility of all visitors to ensure they check the official
Public transportation options are available nearby
This service ends outside Westminster Abbey.
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

What To Expect

Changing of the Guard

You’ll start the day on a walking tour to the Changing of the Guards. This is a world-famous ceremony which takes place at either the Horse Guards Parade or Buckingham Palace depending on the day - no matter where it is, your guide will show you to the best vantage point to watch the ceremony. You’ll be in prime position to see it take place, and your guide will be there to explain everything as it happens. There is so much history behind this event, and it is a fascinating thing to witness. Wherever your guide leads you to, you’ll be able to see everything and snap some great photographs too. So don’t forget your camera!

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Westminster Abbey

Your expert guide will tell you about everything that has happened at Westminster Abbey throughout its 1000-year history. From William the Conqueror in 1066 to the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton in 2011, the Abbey has seen a lot and you can trace the footsteps of kings and queens during this exclusive tour.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Houses of Parliament

Now is the best time to to take a walking tour in the Westminster area. With fewer crowds and relevant security measures in place, you can enjoy your trip with the peace of mind that your safety is taken care of. Make memories and have fun feeling like royalty!

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Big Ben

During this Westminster walking tour you’ll also see the world-famous Big Ben, home of the Great Bell and its ginormous clock, as well as Whitehall and No. 10 Downing Street, where many political decisions and speeches are made. These are some of the most iconic locations in London, and this walking tour is a brilliant chance to tick everything off in one go.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Whitehall

Stroll down Whitehall, one of the most famous streets in London, which is the main thoroughfare running south from Trafalgar Square towards Parliament Square.

• Admission Ticket Free

Downing Street

Pass by the world-famous No. 10 Downing Street, the residence of the British prime minister, where many political decisions and speeches are made.

• Admission Ticket Free

Buckingham Palace

You’ll also get the chance to discover Buckingham Palace and see the stunning building from the outside. Look up at the famous royal balcony, and listen as your guide tells you a whole wealth of royal stories from over the years. The palace, constructed in the 1700s, is a focal point for the British people and somewhere not to be missed on any visit to the big smoke!

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

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