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Changing of the Guard Walking Tour in London at Buckingham Palace

By See The Sights Tours
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿628 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Enjoy this Changing of the Guard tour in London with unbeatable views of the world famous Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace! The Changing of the Guard in London is one of Britain's most historic events, with the Changing of the Guard ceremony one of the most significant Royal things to do in London.

On this award-winning Changing of the Guard tour you will see the best parts of the Changing of the Guard ceremony featuring the Old Guard, New Guard, Household Cavalry and the ceremonial military band - all whilst you enjoy the best front row views of the guard change!

Your Changing of the Guard tour will also explore the history behind Royal London sights including Buckingham Palace, St James’s Palace, Clarence House, The Mall and Horseguards Parade.

So if you are looking to enjoy the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace with spectacular views, plenty of history, and with memorable photo opportunities, then this is the best Changing of the Guard tour for you!

Activity location

  • Changing of the Guard
    • Constitution Hill, Buckingham Palace
    • SW1A 1AA, London, United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Victoria Palace Theatre
    • 126 Victoria Street
    • SW1E 5EA, London, England, United Kingdom

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Changing of the Guard Walking Tour in London at Buckingham Palace

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00
Price details
฿627.53 x 1 Adult฿627.53
Total
Price is ฿627.53
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What's included, what's not

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    The Mall
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Clarence House
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided walking tour of the Changing of the Guard ceremony
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    St James’s Palace
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional Tour Guide
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    Photo with the Royal Horseguards
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    Buckingham Palace
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance tickets to sights, landmarks or attractions
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Front gates of Buckingham Palace
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour starts in front of the Victoria Palace Theatre. If using Google/Apple maps search 'Victoria Palace Theatre'. The address of the Victoria Palace Theatre is Victoria Palace Theatre, Victoria Street, London, SW1E 5EA. Please meet your tour guide who will be holding a yellow umbrella. Your tour guide will be standing at the clock in front of the theatre.
  • The tour is not suitable for guests with walking or mobility difficulties.
  • The tour is not suitable for wheelchairs.
  • The tour is not suitable for prams, buggys or strollers.
  • The tour covers approximately 3 miles of walking.
  • The tour will not go to the front gates of Buckingham Palace. Most of the ceremony is away from the front gates. If you do wish to go to the front gates of Buckingham Palace then do not book this tour.
  • If it is raining or bad weather then the Changing of the Guard ceremony may be a ‘Wet Change’. This is a shortened version of the ceremony without music. This is decided by the British Army at approximately 10.30am on the day of the ceremony.
  • Photos with the Royal Horseguards are subject to Guard availability.

Activity itinerary

Changing of the Guard

  • 1h

Buckingham Palace

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included

St. James's Palace

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included

Clarence House

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included

The Mall

  • 10m

St. James's Park

  • 5m

Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

  • 10m

Location

Activity location

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    Changing of the Guard
    • Constitution Hill, Buckingham Palace
    • SW1A 1AA, London, United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Victoria Palace Theatre
    • 126 Victoria Street
    • SW1E 5EA, London, England, United Kingdom

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