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Royal London Coach Tour with Changing of the Guard

Tourists walking towards Buckingham Palace on Westminster tour, London.
Guards in red uniforms and bearskin hats at Buckingham Palace ceremony.
Guards in red uniforms and bearskin hats perform at Changing of the Guard, London.
Changing of the Guards ceremony at Horse Guards Parade, London.

Duration

3 hr

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09:30am - 07:30pm

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Guided tour

Discover London's iconic landmarks with a half-day tour led by an expert guide. Experience the grandeur of the Changing of the Guards at Buckingham Palace.

    • Travel comfortably to Buckingham Palace on a luxury coach and enjoy a sightseeing experience of London’s best highlights along the way.

    • Experience the iconic pageantry of the Changing of the Guard Ceremony as the King's elite guards perform a synchronized march that will captivate you.

    • Gain a deeper appreciation for the ceremony with the audio headset as your guide provides expert commentary about the history and traditions.

    • Upgrade and indulge your senses with a relaxing cruise on the Thames, or a quintessentially British afternoon tea at the Rubens, overlooking Buckingham Palace.

    • Fun fact: Mascots like the Irish Guard's Seamus, the Royal Regiment of Scotland's Cruachan the Pony, and the Mercian Regiment's Ram add charm to ceremonial events.

    • Guided coach tour to Buckingham Palace

    • Changing of the Guard Ceremony (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays)

    • Changing of the Horse Guard Ceremony (Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday)

    • Experienced guide

    • WiFi and USB charging on board

    • Personal audio headset

    • Thames River cruise (as per option selected)

    • Afternoon tea at the Rubens overlooking Buckingham Palace. See menu here (as per option selected)

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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  • A royal tour of London

    Meet your tour guide and set off on a panoramic drive through the capital. Along the way, pass by London's most iconic sights, from Westminster Abbey and Big Ben to St Paul's Cathedral and much, much more! Disembark at Buckingham Palace to watch a centuries-old British ceremony that is an essential London experience.

    Historic British traditions

    The Changing of the Guard ceremony marks the official shift change of the Household Regiment - the King’s guards stationed at Buckingham Palace. Watch in awe as the New Guard marches in to assume responsibility for protecting the Palace. Dressed in their scarlet suits and bearskin hats, these guards exemplify British pomp and ceremony in a showing that absolutely can’t be missed. After, you can upgrade your tickets and choose to go on a Thames River cruise, or enjoy afternoon tea at the Rubens, which overlooks Buckingham Palace.

  • Buckingham Palace

    Monday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Tuesday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Wednesday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Thursday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Friday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Saturday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Sunday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
  • Additional information

    • The Changing of the Foot Guards Ceremony takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.

    • Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday, you’ll see the Changing of the Horse Guard Ceremony instead.

    • River cruise is independent and is a one-way trip from Westminster Pier to Tower Pier.

    • Children aged between 3 to 16 years will be served the children's afternoon tea menu.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid student IDs

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting point

    • Meet your guide at Victoria Coach Station.

    • Address: 164 Buckingham Palace Rd, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom.

    • Landmark: Evan Evans's welcome desk which is located in front of Gates 1 and 2.

    Get directions to the meeting point

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