Activities

Changing of the Guard walking tour in London

from

$13.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: from 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes

Instant confirmation

Guided Tour

Local touch

Group tour

Small group

Do this because

Stand in the best spots to watch the Changing of the Guard
Get up close to the guards and get fantastic photos
Learn about top London tourist attractions

What to expect

Get up close to the world famous Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace! The Changing of the Guard is the changeover of the Royal guard and, on this London walking tour, you'll stand in the best spots to watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony, march next to the guards and get fantastic photos!

Throughout the tour your local guide will explain each step of the Changing of the Guard ceremony process as you watch the Royal Guards, the Household Cavalry and the Regimental Musical Bands march towards Buckingham Palace in one of the most inspiring and traditional British events in all its glorious pomp and pageantry.

You’ll also learn about Royal landmarks including Buckingham Palace, St James's Palace and Clarence House as well as discover the home of British Royalty and Government at Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and Houses of Parliament.

The Changing of the Guard is one of the most historical and cultural London events and now you can enjoy it up close on one of the best tours in London.

What's included

Guided tour
Guided walking tour
Tour guide
Walking tour

What's not included

Food and drinks
Entrance fees

Where

3 Arlington Street, London, UK

Meeting point:

The tour starts on the corner of Piccadilly and Arlington Street between The Ritz Hotel and The Wolseley Restaurant. Please use the address 3 Arlington Street, London, SW1A 1RA.On arrival please meet your tour guide holding the yellow umbrella.

What to remember

Not suitable for:

due to crowds, uneven surfaces and unavoidable stairs, this tour is not suitable for those with wheelchairs, walking difficulties or large prams/buggys.

Not allowed:

for security reasons, the police request that no suitcases (big or small) be brought to the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Please arrange storage for these prior to joining the tour. Handbags and Small Backpacks are welcome and can be brought on the tour

Know in advance:

please arrive 10 minutes before the tour starts to check-in with your tour guide
this tour requires approximately 2-3 miles of walking. Please wear comfortable walking shoes
this tour will have a maximum of 20 travelers
the ceremony can be altered at any time at the discretion of the British Army. In the event of bad weather the British Army may decide to do a 'Wet Change' which is a shortened version of the Changing of the Guard ceremony without any music

Provider

See The Sights Tours

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Jolanda
From United States of America - February 2024

Traveled with family

25 - 34 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Wij hadden een fantastische gids, Will, die heel enthousiast vertelde en heel veel extras wist te vertellen.
Anonymous
From United States of America - February 2024

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

My first experience of a walking tour and I highly recommend! Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and captivating. I saw parts of London I never kne ...
Anonymous
From United States of America - October 2023

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Rachel was an amazing guide. She was very knowledgeable and keep the tour exciting and interesting.
Anonymous
From United States of America - May 2023

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Mike was a great tour guide. Very enjoyable. Highly recommend!

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