Changing of the Guard walking tour in London
Activities

Changing of the Guard walking tour in London

4.9/5

Excellent
7 reviews
from
£10.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 2 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll enjoy front row views and the best spots for the Changing of the Guard ceremony
  • It's a chance to do the ceremony the right way with the Old Guard, New Guard, Horseguards and Band
  • You'll see the Royal Palaces of Buckingham Palace, St James's Palace & Clarence House
  • It's an opportunity to get your photo next to the Royal Horseguards of the Household Cavalry
  • You'll experience a tour named Top 20 in Europe with a knowledgeable local tour guide
What to expect

This Changing of the Guard tour ensures you don't miss a moment of the action. Standing in the best spots around London’s Royal Palaces, you'll capture incredible photos as the immaculately dressed soldiers, with their famous bearskin hats and red tunics, march to the stirring tunes of the military band.

Along the way your knowledgeable Changing of the Guard tour guide will provide fascinating insights into the history and significance of this centuries-old ceremony, making sure you understand the nuances of what you’re witnessing. Subject to schedule your Changing of the Guard tour will also give you the opportunity to get great photos of the Royal Horseguards of the Household Cavalry.

Your Changing of the Guard tour also includes stops at the key ceremony and royal landmarks. You’ll discover the incredible history of Buckingham Palace, get up close to London’s senior Royal palace at St James’s Palace and Clarence House, the official London residence of His Majesty King Charles III.

Whether you’re a history enthusiast or a visitor looking to soak in the grandeur of British tradition, our Changing of the Guard Tour offers an unparalleled experience. Immerse yourself in royal pageantry and enjoy the most comprehensive views of this quintessentially British ceremony.

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What's included
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What's not included
  • x_not_included Tips (optional)
Where

Victoria Palace Theatre, Victoria Street, London SW1E 5EA, United Kingdom

Meeting point:
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.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • 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, buggies or strollers

Know in advance:

  • The tour covers approximately 5 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
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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

Excellent

4.9 /5

Based on 7 reviews from verified customers


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    TUI Musement Traveler

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    5

    24 February 2024

    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 knew existed. 5 stars from me!!

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    Liesbeth

    Verified booking

    4.2

    28 September 2024

    Solo traveller


    Gids Griffin (historicus) is door zijn studie in Engeland daar gebleven en wist veel over de historie van Engeland te vertellen. TOP!!

  • J

    Jolanda

    Verified booking

    5

    29 February 2024

    Travelled with family


    Wij hadden een fantastische gids, Will, die heel enthousiast vertelde en heel veel extras wist te vertellen.

  • T

    TUI Musement Traveler

    Verified booking

    5

    27 July 2024

    Griffin war ein ausgezeichneter Tour Guide. Er hat sehr deutlich gesprochen, so das man auch als Ausländer alles gut versteht. Er hat viel erklärt und das charmant und gut rübergebracht. Er wusste, wo man alles am besten sieht und wir standen in der ersten Reihe.

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    TUI Musement Traveler

    Verified booking

    5

    1 July 2024

    Ottima la nostra guida, se non fosse stato per lei, avremmo perso alcune cose da vedere.

  • T

    TUI Musement Traveler

    Verified booking

    5

    31 October 2023

    Rachel was an amazing guide. She was very knowledgeable and keep the tour exciting and interesting.

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