Changing of the Guard Tour
Duration
2 hour(s)
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Languages
English
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Buckingham Palace and nearby royal residences with historic significance
Ceremonial routes including The Mall and Horseguards Parade
Historic royal parks and palaces around Saint James area
Prime locations for viewing traditional guard change ceremony
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Experience one of London most iconic traditions with a guided journey that brings the Changing of the Guard to life. Enjoy exceptional viewing spots that place you close to the ceremony as the guards march accompanied by ceremonial music and timeless pageantry. Along the way your guide shares engaging stories that reveal the meaning history and traditions behind this royal spectacle making the experience both memorable and meaningful.
Beyond the ceremony explore the heart of Royal London as you walk past famous landmarks and grand palaces that define the city royal heritage. This tour blends impressive views rich storytelling and wonderful photo moments creating a classic London experience that captures the spirit of British tradition and elegance.
Changing of the Guard in London
Buckingham Palace
St James’s Palace
Clarence House
The Mall
Photo with the Royal Horseguards
Professional Tour Guide
Entrance tickets to sights, landmarks or attractions
Front gates of Buckingham Palace
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Sunglasses & sunscreen
Water bottle
Camera
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Wheelchair not accessible
Have a camera ready to capture every special moment
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Activity Provider: See The Sights Tours
Customer Reviews
Ariane
We didn’t go inside Buckingham Palace, but we did watch the Changing of the Guard, and it’s absolutely worth it if you’re visiting London. The ceremony is impressive, full of tradition, and one of those experiences that really makes you feel like you’re in the heart of the city. A tip: get there early. The area fills up fast, and once the crowd settles in, it can be tough to find a good spot with a clear view. Even just standing outside the palace is memorable. The architecture is beautiful, and seeing it in person gives you a sense of the scale and history behind it.
Sumukha
Highly recommend the palace tour as the palace is quite stunning on the inside. Do buy the tickets in advance and show up right in time for your entry because there’s no wait then! The gift shop also has some quality souvenirs so I highly recommend it. Also, the palace gardens were my favourite gardens in London ✨✨✨✨
Shanel
I had a great time attending Buckingham palace! The grounds were stunning and I even got to see a short performance from the guards. The landscaping and fountains were the highlight for me. The self-guided tour inside was great too. Buy your ticket in advance to pick your preferred time.
Lori
Tickets are not necessary for the changing of the guard. But I recommend standing on the fountain if you cannot get near the fence. You will need tickets for the States room tour. It's well worth with it.
Scott
Interesting to be and see inside this storied place. The State Rooms are interesting and the chance to see the royal art collection is a real treat. I also enjoyed the special exhibition of art produced on the King Charles’s travel over the years as well as the throne room. It’s crowded but manageable. I also visited the mews with the carriages and would recommend. My disappointment was the limited access to the garden. The website lists the Royal Gardens as one of the highlights and includes pictures of the rose garden and other select spots. Once on-site I learned that much of the garden, including the roses I hoped to see, is off-limits unless you book a special tour, which were all booked. This is not made clear on the website when booking. Also note that the amount of time they indicate for the palace tour is far too long unless you’re planning to eat in the cafe and do a lot of shopping in the gift shop. I listened to the entire tour and spent time in all of the rooms and it took me 45 minutes or so—they indicate 2 to 2.5 hours. This can be an issue if you are booking multiple timed elements at the palace or tickets elsewhere.
GetYourGuide
Die Wachablösung am Palast wollte ich sehen, habe ich aber nicht gesehen. Wir standen weit weg vom Palace.