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Changing of the Guard Tour at Buckingham Palace

Guide at Buckingham Palace Interiors with Changing of the Guard
Interiors of Buckingham Palace - Throne room
Interiors of Buckingham Palace London
Interiors of Buckingham Palace London

See the royal side of London in Buckingham Palace's State Rooms. Opt for the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony or a stroll at St. James's Park.

Highlights

  • Explore Buckingham Palace with an audio guide and with an expert guide, witness the world-renowned Changing of the Guard ceremony.

  • Enjoy guaranteed timed entry to the Palace, wander through the lavish State Rooms of Buckingham Palace, and learn more about the British monarchy.

  • Instead of the Changing of the Guards, you can upgrade and go for a stroll in St. James's Park, the oldest royal park in London.

  • Did you know? Buckingham Palace has its ATM inside the building! The royal family’s bank of choice, Coutts & Co., has installed an ATM in the palace’s basement.

Inclusions

  • Hosted entry to Buckingham Palace

  • Official Palace multimedia guide for interiors

  • Headsets

  • Changing of the Guard Ceremony with an English-speaking guide (as per option selected)

  • St. James Park walking tour (as per option selected)

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Guests from United States, Australia, Germany and over 32 countries have loved this experience
Richard Dawe

Richard

4/5

Oct, 2024

Ticketing was easy using app and found headout with a google search. Gorgeous paa as lace....wish I could have some picture memories
MARY VARLEY

Mary

5/5

Sep, 2024

Ticketing was easy and our guide Sion was fabulous! Nice tour around the palace area first with Sion and then went thru the state rooms as advertised with an audio headset which was well done!
Pauline  Tang

Pauline

3/5

Sep, 2024

Too much historical background from the tour guide in which, some aren't really interesting to foreigners. Would prefer more time either on watching guards changing or touring the state rooms.
Sharon McDougall

Sharon

4/5

Sep, 2024

Ticketing went quite easily. The day we saw the palace was okay but the guide never announced that we wouldn't see Changing of the Guards. It was also quite a long walk around in circles to get to our entry point.
Nicholas Alan Michaud

Nicholas

5/5

Sep, 2024

The ticketing was fine. The experience was once in a lifetime! It ws a very fitting end to our trip to London. The incredible elegance of the Palace State rooms can not be adequately put into words. I recognized many of the rooms for pictures I have seen. Our tour guide was geat, very funny. The whole day was very enjoyable.

Learn more about England’s monarchy and its grand history on this guided tour through Buckingham Palace. Included in these tickets are a chance to witness the famous Changing of the Royal Guard and a special timed entry to Buckingham Palace.

Witness the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace

Your tour begins at the entrance to Buckingham Palace, where King Charles' Foot Guard will march to the palace alongside a military band, all dressed in snazzy red outfits and bearskin hats. This iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony has been carried out in much the same way since 1660, and you can see history and tradition come to life in a quintessentially British way! Your guide will navigate you to a prime viewing spot, so you can have unobstructed and up-close views of the ceremony.

Gain entry to Buckingham Palace with a multimedia guide

Once the Changing of the Guard ceremony is over, you can step inside the golden gates of the palace and wander through the official residence. Open to visitors for only two months in a year, any chance to visit the Palace is a rare opportunity indeed. With these tickets, your entrance is pre-booked and access is guaranteed. Since admission has been arranged in advance, you can spend more time appreciating the interiors of the Palace. Learn captivating facts and anecdotes about the history of the Palace and the British Monarchy. Get a glimpse into the lives of royalty as you walk through the royal State Rooms, where the royal family holds their many events and receptions, as well as the 47-metre-long Picture Gallery that houses the Royal collection. Ideal for lovers of history and art, this tour will give you the complete Royal British experience! You can even skip the Changing of the Guard ceremony and instead opt for a ticket upgrade that'll allow you to explore the stunning St. James's Park. Take a walk surrounded by trees and the pond while learning about the hunting escapades of King Henry VIII.

Don't miss Buckingham Palace's awe-inspiring Summer Opening exhibition featuring King Charles III and Queen Camilla's coronation outfits, including King George VI's 1937 Robe of Estate.

What's not allowed

  • Keep your camera tucked away – photography is strictly not allowed at Buckingham Palace.

Accessibility

  • This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

Additional information

  • On the days when the Changing of the Guard ceremony is not available, a visit to the Horseguards Parade will be arranged in its place.

  • Cancellation due to bad weather is not announced before 11am. When this occurs, you will still see a ‘wet change’ during which the guards march but without the usual music or parade.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting point

  • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.
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