Tower of London, Thames River Ride & Changing of the Guards
Walking tours

Tower of London, Thames River Ride & Changing of the Guards

4.4/5
Excellent
Based on 13 reviews
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$116.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 4 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • · Enjoy the Tower of London, Thames River Ride, and the Changing of the Guards (on selected days).
  • · Experience the Tower of London’s opening ceremony if option selected and be among the first to view the priceless Crown Jewels.
  • · Disembark your boat ride and depending on the day, either attend the Changing of the Guards or a fully guided walking tour through the vibrant city of Westminster.
What to expect

Join this best of London tour, featuring exclusive access to the Tower of London, a Thames River Boat ride, and a captivating experience of British tradition.

Begin your day with a guided visit to the historic Tower of London, where you'll skip the lines and witness the captivating Opening Ceremony performed by the Yeoman Warders. Be among the first to admire the priceless Crown Jewels before the crowds arrive. Next, relax on a Thames River boat ride with your expert guide providing insights into London's iconic landmarks along the banks. Depending on the day you book, enjoy either the Changing of the Foot Guards or the Changing of the Horse Guards, showcasing British military tradition. Alternatively, opt for our Westminster City Walking Tour, where you'll explore the heart of London's history, passing by landmarks such as the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and Westminster Abbey.

Conclude your adventure outside Buckingham Palace, the iconic residence of the Royals, as you soak in the grandeur of this historic landmark.

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What's included
  • check VIP early access admission to the Tower of London
  • check Opening ceremony (if selected)
  • check Guided walking tour
  • check Headsets (to hear the guide)
  • check Tour guide
What's not included
  • x_not_included Additional food and drinks
  • x_not_included Tips (optional)
Where

2 Tower Hill, St Katharine's & Wapping, London EC3N 4EE, UK

Meeting point:
Meet directly in front of the Tower of London ticket office, opposite the main Tower entrance. Please arrive 15 minutes early and ready to go. Arriving by tube: turn right towards Trinity Square. You should clearly be able to see the tower when you exit the tube station. It is a short walk (around 3 minutes).
What to remember

Not suitable for:

  • Wheelchair users or guests with any impairments requiring special assistance
  • Strollers or baby carriages

Know in advance:

  • The Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace involves foot soldiers from the Household Division and occurs Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The Changing of the Horse Guards at Horse Guards Parade features mounted cavalry from the Household Cavalry and takes place daily, this is what you will see if you book a tour on Tuesday and Thursday. The former occurs at Buckingham Palace, while the latter is held at Horse Guards Parade near Whitehall
  • On Saturday, the show that takes place is known as the "Guard Mounting" or "Inspection of the New Guard" at House Guards Parade. The inspection involves the Captain of the New Guard inspecting the soldiers to ensure they are in proper order with their uniforms
  • Non-flash photography is permitted in the Tower of London
  • The tour operator reserves the right to refuse any guest under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or anyone whose behaviour is disorderly or poses a threat to other guests and staff
  • The opening times and itineraries are subject to change. Some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours due to the popularity of London's site
  • This is a tour that involves a reasonable amount of walking, so please wear comfortable shoes
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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

Excellent

4.4/5

Based on 13 reviews from verified customers

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  • Sandra

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Traveled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Poor

    Overall rated

    2/5

    Das Angebot hatte wenig mit dem Tower of London zu tun. Anstehen mussten wir wie alle anderen auch. Eine Führug im Tower gab es nicht. 1h hatten wir u ...

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - April 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Great experience

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - March 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Our Tour was amazing very smooth

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - January 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Muito boa experiência!! Guia muito simpática e solicita. Programação muito abrangente.

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - August 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Rob our tour guide was very knowledgeable. We love that the tour incorporated a little of everything, but most especially the unique opening ceremony ...

  • Anonymous

    From Germany - July 2023

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

    Im Prinzip hat uns die Tour gefallen. Der Hauptpunkt für uns war der frühe Eintritt in den Tower, das hat gepasst. Unser Guide war grundsätzlich bemüh ...

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