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Small-Group Guided Tour Around Buckingham Palace with Changing of the Guard

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Walk in the footsteps of Britain’s Royals and learn interesting facts about their lives on this guided tour and see the famous changing of the guard!

Highlights

  • Enjoy a 1.5-hour guided tour of the whole Changing of the Guard ceremony, an iconic British tradition along with famous Royal sites.

  • This small-group tour, limited to 20 people or fewer, takes you through The Mall, St James's Palace, and St James's Park with in-depth commentary from an English-speaking guide.

  • Explore the tranquil St James's Park, home to regal pelicans, a gift from a Russian ambassador in the 17th century, before heading to Buckingham Palace.

  • With a personal headset for clear audio, your expert guide brings the fascinating Changing of Guard tradition to life, right outside the Queen's residence.

  • Fun Fact: Those iconic guards' hats? They're not bearskin but synthetic fur, reflecting a commitment to animal rights.

Inclusions

  • 1.5-hr guided tour around Buckingham Palace

  • Expert English-speaking guide

  • Changing of the guard

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Ratings & Reviews

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  • United States
  • Austria
  • Italy
  • Germany
  • Israel
  • Singapore
  • Ireland
  • Switzerland
  • Japan
  • Romania
Guests from United States, Austria, Italy and over 16 countries have loved this experience
Jonathan Hardiman

Jonathan

5/5

Mar, 2024

Michael was a fabulous tour guide for the Buckingham Palance tour on Sunday, March 24th. Our family of six from Tennessee USA really appreciated his knowledge and sense of humor as well. He kept everyone together and was very professional. This was our first tour of our vacation and it started out great! Thank you Michael!
Armando Giuseppe Manfredi

Armando

4/5

Mar, 2024

Georgie was our guide, professionally prepared and humorous, with just the right English humor to accompany us through the experience!
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Jessica Simmons

Jessica

5/5

Mar, 2024

Jo was a fantastic and personable tour guide! She had a lot of fun knowledge, and made it a fun experience. She communicated the guidelines and helpful hints of where to stand to view the changing of the guard so we could have the best experience possible! You don't watch the changing at the gates of the palace, but at the gates down the street where the guards walk directly to you and past you. It was a very neat experience!!
Lindsey Hudson

Lindsey

5/5

Mar, 2024

Jo was amazing! Took us to all the secret places to watch and stand and was full of information! Would highly recommend! 👏🏻
Kokoro Christian Hara

Kokoro

4/5

Feb, 2024

Overall, it was a very pleasant, interesting and relaxed tour around Buckingham Palace. Our guide Robert was very entertaining and humorous on his tour route, always just in time for the changing of the guard - we always had a front row seat and were able to take lots of great videos. Even when my sound equipment broke down, he immediately provided me with a new one. All in all, a very successful tour peppered with personal memories but also with specialist knowledge about the changing of the guard, thank you for that!
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Experience Royal London Like Never Before

Embark on an immersive tour that unravels the grandeur of British tradition, on this small-group guided tour outside Buckingham Palace with changing of the guard. Your journey begins at The Mall where you will admire the majestic view towards Buckingham Palace. Led by an expert English-speaking guide, you'll move onto the vibrant St James's Palace/Horse Guards Parade. Did you know these are not just ceremonial guards but also serving soldiers?

Engage with History and Pageantry

Enjoy a tranquil stroll through St James's Park, the oldest Royal Park in London, known for its resident pelicans. Finally, witness the iconic changing of the guard outside Buckingham Palace. These guards, in their distinctive red tunics and faux bearskin hats, make for an unforgettable sight. With a personal headset, your guide's lively commentary brings alive every intricate detail of this tradition. The small group ensures an intimate experience and flexibility to move between vantage points for perfect photo opportunities.

Important Information

  • The Guard Change may not be operational on days with bad weather conditions. On such days, you will visit the Horse Guards for a photo stop, instead.

  • Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.

  • This is a walking tour with a fair amount of walking. Please wear comfortable clothing and footwear

  • 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

  • Meet your guide at Duke of York Monument.

  • Address: St. James's, London SW1Y 5AJ, United Kingdom.

  • Guide Identifier: Your guide will be holding a sign or a flag with the name City Wonders written on it.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By Bus

  • The closest bus stop is Trafalgar Square (Stop T). It is a quick 3-minute walk to the meeting point.

  • Board buses 12, 88, and more to get you there.

By Subway

  • The closest subway station is Charing Cross. It is a quick 5-minute walk to the meeting point.

  • Board subway line Bakerloo or Northern to get you there.

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