Changing of the Guard & Buckingham Palace
1.5 hours
Max 10
Why take this tour?
Highlights
- Experience two separate Changing of the Guard ceremonies (one with horses!) from four different vantage points.
- Explore royal London in a small group of just 10 guests maximum—a much smaller group size than most other Changing of the Guard tours—for a more pleasant experience.
- Check out London's most famous royal sites, including Buckingham Palace, St. James’s Palace and Clarence House.
- Learn more about the British royals and the instantly recognizable guards that protect them with insights from your local guide.
- Sites Visited
- Buckingham Palace
- St James's Palace
- St James's Park
- Clarence House
- The Mall
- Horse Guards Parade
- Wellington Barracks
- Tour Includes
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
Witness two Changing of the Guard ceremonies from special vantage points on an insider's tour.
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Total Customer Reviews: 50
Verified Ratings
4.7 /5
based on 37 Walks' reviews
Rating summary by category
Latest reviews
Excellent
Polly was an excellent guide, she had good knowledge of the subject, could answer our questions and provided an enjoyable tour
Verified · Stephanie · Aug 21, 2023 · Australia · Female · 45 to 54 years
Excellent
Our tour guide, Anna was fantastic. Absolutely incredible with knowledge and putting us in the best place to be. Kudos to her.
Viator customer · Jul 15, 2023
Excellent
Our guide was extremely informative and very funny. We learned a great deal and also made some nice friends during the tour.
Viator customer · Jul 10, 2023
Excellent
Our tour guide, Sue, was terrific. We liked the variety of the tour and how we moved around from place to place to follow the changing of the guard ceremony.
Verified · Elizabeth · Jul 09, 2023 · Female · 35 to 44 years
Excellent
Tour guide made the tour outstanding.
Verified · Kace · Jul 08, 2023 · USA · Male · 55 to 64 years
Meeting Point
Meeting Point
At the top of the steps of the Victoria Memorial, in front of Buckingham Palace. Your guide will be holding a green Walks sign.
Please meet 15 minutes prior to the tour start time
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