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Changing of the Guard Tour with Expert Commentary

4.92
(106 Reviews)
1h 30min
English
Everyday
09:45 & 10:15

  • Discover one of Britain’s most fascinating scenes: the Changing of the Guard tradition. This is a pillar of monarchical history, and one of the best ways to experience royal London during your time in the capital.
  • Explore the Mall, St. James’s Park, Buckingham Palace and St. James’s Palace/Horse Guards Parade, all of which are iconic locations in London and really important to England’s royal history.
  • With headsets should you need them, your expert, English-speaking guide will bring the amazing Changing of the Guard tradition to life for you on this fantastic small-group tour of only 20 people or fewer!

Experience a Unique Changing of the Guard Tour

What's Included

  • Expert, English-speaking tour guide
  • Small groups of 20 people or fewer
  • Headsets when appropriate, so that you can always hear your guide
  • Gratuities

Sites Visited

  • The Mall
  • St James's Palace/Horse Guards Parade
  • St James's Park
  • Buckingham Palace (outside)

See British tradition come to life on this fully-guided Changing of the Guard tour that ensures you get the very best views of this spectacular ceremony. Don’t make the same mistake that so many visitors often and understandably make, thinking the prime vantage point from where to experience this time-honored tradition is outside Buckingham Palace. These spectators’ enthusiasm quickly turns to disappointment when they realize that they have waited for hours only to see the very end of this unique performance, their view often blocked by the throngs of people crowding around them.

On this walking tour you'll follow your City Wonders guide on a dynamic journey that takes in the entire Changing of the Guard from beginning to end as they expertly navigate the crowds to take you to the best – and most photographable – viewpoints.

With an expert on the history of this fascinating ceremony by your side their knowledge will give you invaluable insight into every detail of this British spectacle. With your own personal headset allowing you to easily follow your guide’s entertaining commentary, you can fully take in the splendor parading past you.

Marvel at the precision with which the King’s Foot Guards march to Buckingham Palace, clad in their iconic red tunics and bearskin hats, or admire the gleaming coats of the Household Cavalry’s horses as they emerge at Horse Guard’s Parade if you book your tour on Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday. With a small group of only 20 people or fewer, you will be able to move quickly from vantage point to vantage point, your guide pointing out interesting details while you take as many photos as you wish.

Join City Wonders on this exciting journey through British tradition and pageantry that doesn’t just show you the Changing of the Guard, but unveils it as never before.

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    Important Notes

    • Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
    • The Changing of the Guard is subject to changes in date, time and cancellation at the discretion of British authorities. Cancellation due to bad weather is not announced before the morning of the ceremony. When this occurs, customers will still see a ‘wet change’ during which the guards march but without the usual music or parade.
    • Please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards.

     

    Cancelation Policy

    This tour is subject to a 24-hour cancelation policy. If you wish to cancel or amend your booking, you can do so without charge by contacting us up to 24 hours in advance of your expected departure time.

    FAQs

    • When will I receive confirmation of my booking?

      You should expect to receive an email within minutes of booking with your confirmation voucher.

    • How will I recognize the guide?

      Our City Wonders guides will be holding a sign or a flag with the name City Wonders written on it at the meeting point.

    • What time should I arrive at the meeting point?

      Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time of the tour.

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