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London: Royal London and the Changing of the Guard Walking Tour
London
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Wheelchair accessible
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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.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The Changing of the Guard ceremony is a tradition rich in history and symbolism that attracts countless visitors from across the world. This tour is the perfect way to see this centuries-old tradition, which is an integral part of Great Britain's heritage.
Our tour allows you to immerse yourself in the culture of Great Britain with our pride and passion for displays of military precision, music, and pageantry. With colourful uniforms, elaborate choreography, and stirring music, the Changing of the Guard is a feast for the eyes and ears, providing a memorable experience for spectators.
This tour has been put together with expert tour guides and assistance from retired members of the Briti...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
An expert guide local guide.
All guiding fees are included in the cost of this tour.
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Piccadilly Theatre
The tour will start outside the Piccadilly Theatre.
Return
Westminster
The tour will end at Westminster Station.
Itinerary
1
Statue of Eros (Anteros)
Whilst in Piccadilly your guide will explain the significance of some of the beautiful historic buildings, as well as what most London guidebooks have got wrong about the famous statue of 'Eros'
15 minutes
2
Burlington House
After walking down Piccadilly we will quickly stop to admire Burlington House, home to the Royal Academy of Arts plus several of London's royal societies including the Royal Society of Chemistry who have a very surprising honourary member.
3
St. James's
As we walk down St James's Street your guide will explain some of the amazing stores that have called St James's Street home, including the tobacconist to Royalty and Prime Ministers, a hatter's shop that you'd be mad to miss and a right royal liquor store.
20 minutes
4
St. James's Palace
St James' Palace is the oldest of the Royal palaces still standing in London today. Originally a hunting lodge for Henry VIII, today it stands largely empty but serves a very important purpose in the planning of the state funeral and coronation of our monarchs.
15 minutes
5
Green Park
As we walk from St James's Palace to Green Park we will stop off at St James's Place and look at the childhood home of Sir Winston Churchill. Whilst here your guide will give you a quick history of Sir Winston and his involvement with London both as Prime Minister and as a private citizen.
After this we will take you through one of London's secret passages before walking through Green Park. Whilst here our guide will tell you some of the stories behind how the park got its name before walking you down to Buckingham Palace.
10 minutes
6
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace is the London home of British Royalty since the reign of Queen Victoria, one of Britain's most famous Queens. Now home to Queen Elizabeth II, the most famous Queen in the world, the tour will take you to see this beautiful palace and depending on the time of year and day of your booking the world-famous Changing of the Guard.
Please note that the Changing of the Guard takes place every day during June and July and on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday between August and May. Please also be aware that the Changing of the Guard can be cancelled at late notice due to poor weather or security alerts.
30 minutes
7
The Mall
As you walk up the Mall, famous for being the site where crowds gather for royal and state events such as Royal Weddings and Jubilee celebrations, your guide will explain the history behind the famous name, the interesting addition to the local wildlife and how film and TV crews often flood the area - who knows you might also get to see one of the crews setting up, taking down or even filming a scene!
10 minutes
8
Whitehall
Whitehall is the home of the UK's government. As you wander down Whitehall our guide will tell you all about the various government departments, the statues of famous faces and the memorials to the brave men and women who made great sacrifices during the First and Second World Wars.
20 minutes
9
Parliament Square
The final location on the tour will be Parliament Square. Here your guide will tell you all about the significants of the square and the figures that surround it, we well as the numerous internationally important buildings nearby that include Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament
20 minutes
London: Royal London and the Changing of the Guard Walking Tour
London
About
The Changing of the Guard ceremony is a tradition rich in history and symbolism that attracts countless visitors from across the world. This tour is the perfect way to see this centuries-old tradition, which is an integral part of Great Britain's heritage.
Our tour allows you to immerse yourself in the culture of Great Britain with our pride and passion for displays of military precision, music, and pageantry. With colourful uniforms, elaborate choreography, and stirring music, the Changing of the Guard is a feast for the eyes and ears, providing a memorable experience for spectators.
This tour has been put together with expert tour guides and assistance from retired members of the Briti...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
An expert guide local guide.
All guiding fees are included in the cost of this tour.
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Piccadilly Theatre
The tour will start outside the Piccadilly Theatre.