Duration
Free cancellation
Guided tour
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Mobile ticket
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Enjoy a visit to the Tower of London, a Thames River cruise, and amazing views of Buckingham Palace’s exterior, and witness the Changing of the Guards.
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Explore the Tower of London with VIP early access tickets and see the legendary Crown Jewels before the crowds arrive.
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Cruise along the Thames, taking in London’s iconic riverside landmarks with live commentary from your guide.
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Experience the Changing of the Guards or Horse Guards on the Buckingham Palace grounds and learn about the ceremony from your guide.
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Upgrade your tickets to get exclusive access to the Opening Ceremony led by Beefeaters and witness a historic ceremonial event.
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Skip-the-line early entry to the Tower of London
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Access to the Crown Jewels
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English-speaking guide
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Sightseeing cruise on the River Thames
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Walking tour around Buckingham Palace
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Changing of the Guards ceremony (Mon, Wed, Fri, and Sun)
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Changing of the Horse Guard Ceremony (Tues, Thurs, and Sat)
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Opening Ceremony at the Tower of London (as per option selected)
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Entry to Buckingham Palace
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Transfers
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Guests from United States, Australia, New Zealand and over 13 countries have loved this experience
Henrich
Apr, 2025Verified booking
Eric
Mar, 2025Verified booking
Hannah
May, 2025Verified booking
The tour itself and the tour provider were excellent. However, it was not what was advertised. My tour took place on a Monday. According to the tour guide, there was never a Change of Guard on a Monday to observe, however, this was a key part of the tour title and even in reading the small print it said that it did take place on a Monday. Advertising a 'Tower of London Guided Tour', which is in the title and in the small print, is false advertising. We were escorted to the opening ceremony, which was incredible, and then given 50 minutes to look round the tower. Anyone who knows the tower will know this is not enough time, and there was no guide to take us around. Since, for us, the Tower visit was the primary aspect of the tour, this was incredibly disappointing and not explained in the small print. Finally, I wrote to Headout 7 days ago detaling my complaint, and have not heard anything back. I would caution anyone against booking with them in the future.
Cristen
Dec, 2024Verified booking
Great communication on meeting spot, great guide who was super fun and engaging. Loved the self tour at the Tower! Really fun tour!Stephen
Jan, 2025Verified booking
Knowledgeable and small group
Experience London’s royal history with a guided tour of the Tower of London, a Thames River cruise, and the Changing of the Guards—all in one morning.
Getting started
Begin at the Tower of London ticket office, where your guide will greet you and assist with ticket validation. After a brief introduction, proceed through security and set off with your group to explore the first landmark of the day.
What to expect
Tower of London
The Tower of London, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has stood for nearly 1,000 years as a royal fortress, prison, and treasury. This tour offers early access, allowing you to explore its storied grounds before the crowds and discover the Crown Jewels up close.
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Tower of London: Explore the historic fortress, once a royal residence and infamous prison, and learn about its pivotal role in British history.
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Crown Jewels: View the priceless Crown Jewels, a dazzling collection of regalia still used in royal ceremonies today.
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Skip-the-line entry: Enjoy early-morning access to the Tower, allowing you to see the Crown Jewels before the first visitors even arrive.
Extras
- Opening Ceremony: Upgrade your tickets and witness the Opening Ceremony, one of the oldest military ceremonies in the world.
Thames River Cruise
Board a boat for a scenic ride along the Thames, with your guide highlighting major London landmarks visible from the water.
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Commentary: Enjoy expert insights about the sights you see on your cruise from your English-speaking guide.
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London attractions: See iconic landmarks like the London Eye, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and St. Paul’s Cathedral, among others, from the Thames.
Changing of the Guards Ceremony
See a centuries-old tradition that involves the new guard taking over the protection of the palace from the old guard.
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Changing of the Guards: Witness the precision and tradition of the Changing of the Foot Guards or Horse Guards (subject to schedule), a celebrated British ceremony.
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Buckingham Palace (exterior): Conclude your experience outside Buckingham Palace, the official London residence of the monarch.
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Westminster Walking Tour: If the Changing of the Guard ceremony is cancelled, enjoy a guided walk through Westminster, passing iconic sites such as the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and St James’s Park.
This tour combines expert commentary, seamless logistics, and access to some of London’s most significant royal sites.
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What's not allowed
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Large bags, sharp objects, and items that can cause security hazards are not allowed in these experiences.
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Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for these experiences.
Accessibility
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This experience is partially wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
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Your guide dogs are welcome at the venues.
Additional information
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The Crown Jewels are a working collection, and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.
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Some lines may form due to increased security measures, even with skip-the-line access.
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The Changing of the Foot Guards Ceremony takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
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Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday, you’ll see the Changing of the Horse Guard Ceremony instead.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Meeting point
- Please check your voucher for final meeting point instructions.
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