Things to do in Changing of the Guard
The Queen’s Foot Guards, with their red tunics and unmistakable bearskin hats, march together with the military band and the Household Cavalry, complete with plumed silver helmets and magnificent horses. You can catch all the action right outside Buckingham Palace or at the Horse Guards Parade. The immaculately dressed soldiers’ parade outside the palace, and swap places from one guard to another, in order to keep watch over Queen Elizabeth.
Experience history as you watch a ceremony which has been happening since the 1600s. No tickets are needed to see this energetic event, but you can look for tours with prime spots to catch all of the excitement.
Our recommendations in Changing of the Guard
Westminster Abbey and Changing of the Guard Tour
Follow your guide on a visit to Westminster Abbey and see the famous Changing of the Guards.
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London Changing of the Guard Guided Tour
Experience a quintessential British tradition as your expert guide navigates you to the ideal vantage points.
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Buckingham Palace Skip-the-Line Tour with Changing of the Guard
Book your Buckingham Palace skip-the-line tour with Changing of the Guard. Enter and explore the stunning palace and State Rooms with an audio guide.
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London Walking Tour With Food Tasting
Explore some of the main sights in London and eat the best of British foods.
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Westminster Abbey and Changing of the Guard Tour
Follow your guide on a visit to Westminster Abbey and see the famous Changing of the Guards.
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London Changing of the Guard Guided Tour
Experience a quintessential British tradition as your expert guide navigates you to the ideal vantage points.
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Buckingham Palace Skip-the-Line Tour with Changing of the Guard
Book your Buckingham Palace skip-the-line tour with Changing of the Guard. Enter and explore the stunning palace and State Rooms with an audio guide.
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London Walking Tour With Food Tasting
Explore some of the main sights in London and eat the best of British foods.
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Thames River Cruise and Westminster 3-Hour Private Tour
Book now and discover London's Westminster on a 3-hour walking tour with a personal guide, then enjoy a scenic Thames cruise from Westminster Pier to Tower Pier.
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Changing of the Guard semi-private walking tour
Discover London's history and experience the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham palace on a 2-hour guided semi-private walking tour.
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London Changing of the Guard walking tour
Book your London Changing of the Guard walking tour and experience a quintessential tradition as your expert guide navigates you to the ideal vantage points.
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Self-guided Discovery Walk in London’s Piccadilly Circus and Whitehall
Discover fascinating stories of Piccadilly Circus and Whitehall on this flexible and self-guided local walk. Solve riddles that lead you through the city while learning about its history.
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Buckingham Palace skip-the-line tour with Changing of the Guard
Book your Buckingham Palace skip-the-line tour with Changing of the Guard, enter and explore the stunning palace and State Rooms with an audioguide.
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Westminster Abbey with Changing of the Guard walking tour
Book your spot and follow your guide to visit Westminster City and see the Changing of the Guards! Your tour includes a visit of the Parliament Square and more.
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Clink Prison and Westminster Highlights Walking Tour
Explore some of the main sights of London with an expert guide and visit The Clink, the UK's oldest and scariest prison.
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London Top Sights Guided Walking Tour with Visit to the Tower Bridge
Book now and explore London's top 30 attractions, culminating with an insightful visit to the Tower Bridge Museum.
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Changing of the Guard
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Reviews Changing of the Guard
“dommage que le guide ne parle pas français”
“Great tour”
