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Combo (Save 5%): Changing the Guards Ceremony + Afternoon Tea Cruise

Buckingham Palace gates, London, featured on the Royal Walking Tour.

Guards in red uniforms and bearskin hats at Buckingham Palace ceremony.

Afternoon tea on a Thames River cruise with people enjoying drinks and views of London.

Cruise boat on the Thames River with Westminster Bridge and London skyline in the background.

持续时间

1 hr 30 分钟

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David

Oct 2025

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5/5

Amazing tour. Our guide, Michael, was absolutely amazing. From his mix of history to his jokes, he was full of useful information that made the day and the tour so much better. This was definitely worth the small investment - do this, No regrets!

Rebecca

Oct 2025

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5/5

Our guide, Nathan was amazing. Not only did. He know an amazing amount of history, but he was an incredible storyteller. And the tour was very educational and we loved all the things we could see during the changing of the guards. A great tour.

Maureen

Sep 2025

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5/5

The whole experience was great, really well organised. The afternoon tea was perfectly adequate in fact there were more than enough cakes supplied. The staff were really friendly despite having to work to a tight schedule. The river views were spectacular, made better by the brilliant sunshine and blue sky. Also, the unofficial guided tour of the the river views was done with humour which made it enjoyable. I would recommend it to friends and family.

Watch the Changing the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace and then relax on a Thames cruise, sipping afternoon tea for a perfect British experience.

See Buckingham Palace's grand exteriors and spot other royal attractions like St. Paul’s and Big Ben as you cruise the Thames.

Feel like a real Londoner as you explore sights on your 1.5-hour guided walking tour of Westminster and enjoy a proper British tea with scones on the river.

Don't just see the sights, understand them! With commentary, live or recorded, you'll get the inside scoop on both the British traditions and experiences.

Changing the Guard Ceremony

Changing the Guard ceremony outside Buckingham Palace

1.5-hour walking tour around Buckingham Palace

Expert English-speaking tour guide

Small group tour at Buckingham Palace grounds

Audio headsets for the Changing the Guard ceremony

Afternoon Tea Cruise

1.5-hour Thames River cruise with British afternoon tea

Afternoon tea and British snacks (menu [here])

Live or pre-recorded commentary onboard

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P
Nov 2025
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3/5
The guide told us that the changing of the guards was cancelled due to the weather. He offered everyone to stay with the tour who would still go round the attractions and monuments or we could end our tour there. We chose to go alone. We asked police about the changing of the guards and they said the guards would be changing but without the band due to the weather. We were so pleased to have left the guide as they went off and we stayed and saw the changing of the guards. Our guided tour was a waste of money.
Joost
Nov 2025
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4/5
De gehele ceremonie was leuk om eens mee te maken en een zeer enthousiaste gids.
David
Oct 2025
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5/5
Amazing tour. Our guide, Michael, was absolutely amazing. From his mix of history to his jokes, he was full of useful information that made the day and the tour so much better. This was definitely worth the small investment - do this, No regrets!
Rebecca
Oct 2025
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5/5
Our guide, Nathan was amazing. Not only did. He know an amazing amount of history, but he was an incredible storyteller. And the tour was very educational and we loved all the things we could see during the changing of the guards. A great tour.
David
Oct 2025
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5/5
Our tour guide Jo kmew all the right spots to take us at just the right times to fully experience the changing of the guards. Her narration of each event helped round out the experience. We learned a lot about this event. Thanks Jo!

Experience the best of British tradition and culture with this delightful combo tour. Witness the Changing the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace, enjoy a guided walking tour of Westminster, and unwind with a scenic afternoon tea cruise along the River Thames.

Getting started

Begin your day by meeting your English-speaking guide in central London. From there, set off on a small-group walking tour that takes you through the heart of the city’s royal landmarks, starting with Buckingham Palace.

What to expect

Changing the Guard & Westminster Walking Tour

Start your London adventure with a dose of royal tradition as you witness the iconic Changing the Guard ceremony outside Buckingham Palace. Then, continue exploring the heart of British heritage on a 1.5-hour guided walking tour through Westminster.

Features:

Age-old ceremony: Witness the world-famous Changing the Guard ceremony outside Buckingham Palace and see The King’s Foot Guards in their classic red tunics and bearskin hats.

Guided experience: Learn the fascinating history and significance of the ceremony from your expert guide.

Walking tour: Stroll through St. James’s Park and along The Mall and admire historic landmarks like St. James’s Palace and Big Ben on a 1.5-hour walking tour through Westminster.

Afternoon Tea Cruise

Unwind aboard a riverboat departing from Tower Pier for a 90-min afternoon tea cruise. Delight in a spread of traditional favorites, including endless British teas, finger sandwiches, and freshly baked scones, as you glide along the Thames past London’s most iconic riverside sights.

Features:

Luxury cruise: Relax on a 90-min cruise along the River Thames and take in panoramic views of London attractions such as the London Eye, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and the Tower of London.

Afternoon tea: Savor an indulgent afternoon tea with unlimited British teas, finger sandwiches, pastries, and freshly baked scones.

Insights: Enjoy either live or recorded commentary onboard to enrich your sightseeing experience with local history and cultural insights.

Studio of Wonders

星期一	11:00 - 20:00	最后一条 18:30
星期二	11:00 - 20:00	最后一条 18:30
星期三	11:00 - 20:00	最后一条 18:30
星期四	11:00 - 20:00	最后一条 18:30
星期五	11:00 - 20:00	最后一条 18:30
星期六	11:00 - 20:00	最后一条 18:30
星期日	11:00 - 20:00	最后一条 18:30

Buckingham Palace

星期一	09:30 - 19:30	最后一条 17:30
星期二	09:30 - 19:30	最后一条 17:30
星期三	09:30 - 19:30	最后一条 17:30
星期四	09:30 - 19:30	最后一条 17:30
星期五	09:30 - 19:30	最后一条 17:30
星期六	09:30 - 19:30	最后一条 17:30
星期日	09:30 - 19:30	最后一条 17:30

What’s not allowed

Changing the Guard

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Additional information

Changing the Guard

Changing 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 the Household Cavalry Ceremony instead.

Afternoon Tea Cruise

Infants under the age of 2 will be charged the child rate.

Some tables are situated in close proximity to other diners and are pre-allocated before boarding. All tables are fixed to the floor and cannot be moved. Window tables are available, which seats up to two people only.

The boat can cater to vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free people but is unable to offer menus that are both vegan and gluten-free. Please get in touch with City Cruises on 0207 7400 400 at the time of booking to provide your dietary preferences.

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.

Changing of the Guard Ceremony at Buckingham Palace

Meeting point

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

Thames River Afternoon Cruise with British Tea & Scones

Boarding point

Board your cruise at Tower Millennium Pier.

Address: Lower Thames St, London EC3N 4DT, UK

Get directions to the boarding point