Guided Tours

Changing the Guard Ceremony at Buckingham Palace

Name: Changing the Guard Ceremony at Buckingham Palace
Start: 2025-12-14T09:15:00
End: 2025-12-14T10:45:00
Location: London

Changing of the Guards ceremony at Horse Guards Parade, London.

Tour guide leading a group on the Royal Walking Tour, Changing of the Guard in London.

Buckingham Palace State Rooms with ornate chandeliers and gilded decor.

Tourist using audio guide in Pisa with Baptistery and Cathedral in background.

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Jan

Oct 2025

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5/5

Our tour guide, Adrian, was so knowledgeable and shared so much history with us as we toured Westminster Abbey. It made the visit more meaningful than if we had simply toured on our own because Adrian helped us understand the importance and significance of what we saw. I highly recommend this tour!

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.

Join a small group and witness a royal tradition, the Changing the Foot Guard on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.

On Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, you’ll see the Changing the Horse Guard Ceremony on the Buckingham Palace grounds.

Watch the Old Guard, in their vibrant red uniforms, stand at attention, as the regimental band plays a lively tune and the New Guard marches in formation.

Take a 1.5-hour walking tour and stroll through St. James's Park while your English-speaking guide points out famous sights like the city’s oldest wine shop.

Upgrade to enjoy a guided tour of Westminster Abbey with an expert English-speaking guide leading you.

Changing the Guard Ceremony outside Buckingham Palace (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays)

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

Expert English-speaking tour guide

Small group tour

Audio headsets

Additional paid upgrades:

1.5-hour walking tour around Buckingham Palace

Guided tour of Westminster Abbey

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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.
Joseph
Nov 2025
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5/5
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable, entertaining and welcoming!
Jan
Oct 2025
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5/5
Our tour guide, Adrian, was so knowledgeable and shared so much history with us as we toured Westminster Abbey. It made the visit more meaningful than if we had simply toured on our own because Adrian helped us understand the importance and significance of what we saw. I highly recommend this tour!
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!

Step into the heart of British heritage with an unforgettable experience that showcases the pomp, pageantry, and tradition of London’s iconic Changing the Guard Ceremony at Buckingham Palace.

Getting started

Your journey begins near The Mall, a grand ceremonial avenue that leads you through the heart of royal London. Meet your expert English-speaking guide, collect your personal headset for clear commentary, and set off on a picturesque walk through the capital's historic center.

What to expect

Changing the Guard Ceremony

Enjoy front-row views of the world-famous Changing the Guard Ceremony, where disciplined soldiers in bright red tunics and bearskin hats march to the sound of military bands. As you follow your guide past landmarks such as St James’s Palace, insightful narration brings centuries of tradition and royal history to life.

Features:

Prime viewing: Get the best vantage points for watching the meticulously choreographed Changing the Guard, avoiding the crowds and confusion of solo exploration.

Expert guided experience: Benefit from the knowledge and expertise of a local English-speaking guide who unpacks the ceremonial significance of every move, uniform, and note of music.

Personal audio headsets: Stay connected with your guide at all times through a personal audio headset, allowing you to hear every detail, even in crowded spaces.

Stroll through St James’s Park: Wander through the oldest Royal Park in London, famed for its greenery, lake, and resident pelicans, offering a peaceful contrast to the ceremonial grandeur nearby.

Extras

Westminster Abbey guided tour: Opt for a guided tour of Westminster Abbey for a deeper dive into royal and religious history.

Buckingham Palace

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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

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

Additional information

The Changing the Guard ceremony takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays throughout the year. However, last-minute cancellations can occur without prior notice due to decisions made by the palace or local authorities, or because of bad weather.

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

On Sundays, a slightly different version of the ceremony takes place, known as the "Sunday Parade."

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

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.