London: Changing of the Guard and Royal Palaces Group Walking Tour
Duration
2 hour(s)
Languages
English
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Learn fascinating stories about British monarchy, traditions, and royal history
See Buckingham Palace exterior and understand its importance in royal life
Walk past historic St. James’s Palace, London’s oldest royal residence
Stroll through St. James’s Park and along the ceremonial Mall route
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Enjoy a real taste of royal pageantry on this guided walking tour focused on the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony. Dive deep into British history, traditions, and royal customs as your knowledgeable guide brings centuries of stories to life. See Buckingham Palace from the outside and learn about its role in modern monarchy, while understanding the significance of the guards, uniforms, and rituals that continue to captivate visitors from around the world.
The tour continues past St. James’s Palace, the oldest royal residence in London built by Henry VIII, and through the elegant St. James’s Park and the Mall, the ceremonial route used for royal events and state visits. You will also pass Clarence House, the London residence of King Charles III and Queen Camilla since 2005. The experience concludes at Horse Guards Parade, where you can witness the changing of the most senior British Army regiment and hear about the annual Trooping the Colour ceremony celebrating the monarch’s official birthday.
Live tour guide
Viewing of the Changing of the Guard ceremony
Pass by St. James’s Palace and The Mall
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Tickets for the attractions
Entrance to Buckingham Palace
Comfortable walking shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing
Bottle of water
Smoking is not permitted during the tour
Flash photography is not allowed
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Customer Reviews
Effi
Buckingham Palace is one of London’s most iconic landmarks. I’ve visited many times, but this was my first time seeing the Changing of the Guard. We arrived around 10:50 and it was extremely crowded, earlier arrival seems wiser if you wish to approach, police and mounted guards blocked all crossings on both sides, which felt poorly managed and unnecessarily aggressive toward visitors just to pass one pavement to the other people are there to appreciate the culture not to be yelled at I understand precaution measures and safety that is a necessity, but at the sideways there should be more organised for the people to make sure they can move around rather than feeling captured, felt strange in comparison to everything else experienced. Despite that, we managed to get close to the gates, saw part of the ceremony, and caught the band as it was leaving. We accessed the area via Green Park and left through St James’s Park, which was absolutely beautiful.
Andrew
Seeing Buckingham Palace in person is one of those classic London moments that really delivers. Grand, elegant, and steeped in history, it feels instantly familiar yet still impressive when you’re standing there. The atmosphere around the palace is lively, the setting is beautiful, and it’s an easy highlight to combine with a walk through St James’s Park. Even without going inside, it’s well worth the visit and a must-see for anyone in London.
Adil
Buckingham Palace is the iconic heart of London and a true bucket-list experience. Even just viewing the exterior is impressive – the grand facade, the Victoria Memorial, and the surrounding parks make for perfect photos. I timed my visit to catch the Changing of the Guard ceremony, which was spectacular with the marching bands and precision – arrive early for a good spot! The highlight was touring the State Rooms (open in summer). The opulence is breathtaking: stunning chandeliers, priceless art, the Throne Room, and intricate decorations everywhere. The audio guide is excellent and informative. Ending with a walk through part of the gardens was a peaceful bonus. It's crowded and tickets aren't cheap, but totally worth it for the history and wow factor. Highly recommend booking in advance!
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.