Changing of the Guard Walking Tour Experience in London
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Tour Code: 710997
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$19.31 per person
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Departure CityLondon
End CityLondon
Duration1 hours
LanguageEnglish Live
Tour ThemesWalking Tours
Guide TypeGuided Tour
AccessibilityNot accessible
Highlights
• View one of London's most celebrated royal traditions
• Learn insider stories and facts you wouldn't uncover on your own
• Head to a prime vantage spot for top-notch views
• Headsets are included so you catch your guide's every word
• Learn insider stories and facts you wouldn't uncover on your own
• Head to a prime vantage spot for top-notch views
• Headsets are included so you catch your guide's every word
Itinerary
Your regal tour begins at a central London location, where you'll greet your guide, don a personal headset, and receive a historical overview of the Changing of the Guard ceremony.
Many tourists make the mistake of viewing the ceremony in the most crowded spots. However, on this tour, handpicked vantage points ensure you get the best views of the royal tradition while listening to commentary that explains each part of the performance.
Marvel at the household cavalry; capture photographs of the iconic red and black attire of the King's foot soldiers; and, move quickly between vantage points in a small group.
Your tour concludes outside of Buckingham Palace.
Changing of the Guard (90minutes, Admission Ticket Included)
Your regal tour begins at the Duke of York Column, located in St. James’, where you’ll greet your guide, don a personal headset, and receive a historical overview of the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Many tourists make the mistake of viewing the ceremony outside of Buckingham Palace. However on this tour, handpicked vantage points ensure you get the best views of the royal tradition while listening to commentary that explains each part of the performance. Marvel at the shimmering coats of the household cavalry as their riders control the horses with expert precision; capture photographs of the iconic red and black attire of the King’s foot soldiers; and, move quickly between vantage points in a small group of only 15 people.
Buckingham Palace (Pass by)
Your tour concludes outside of Buckingham Palace.
Many tourists make the mistake of viewing the ceremony in the most crowded spots. However, on this tour, handpicked vantage points ensure you get the best views of the royal tradition while listening to commentary that explains each part of the performance.
Marvel at the household cavalry; capture photographs of the iconic red and black attire of the King's foot soldiers; and, move quickly between vantage points in a small group.
Your tour concludes outside of Buckingham Palace.
Changing of the Guard (90minutes, Admission Ticket Included)
Your regal tour begins at the Duke of York Column, located in St. James’, where you’ll greet your guide, don a personal headset, and receive a historical overview of the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Many tourists make the mistake of viewing the ceremony outside of Buckingham Palace. However on this tour, handpicked vantage points ensure you get the best views of the royal tradition while listening to commentary that explains each part of the performance. Marvel at the shimmering coats of the household cavalry as their riders control the horses with expert precision; capture photographs of the iconic red and black attire of the King’s foot soldiers; and, move quickly between vantage points in a small group of only 15 people.
Buckingham Palace (Pass by)
Your tour concludes outside of Buckingham Palace.
Visiting Attractions
Buckingham Palace
Meal
B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Meeting & Transfer Info
Meeting Point
UK
London SW1Y 5AJ St. James's, London SW1Y 5AJ, UK
Meeting Point: By the Duke of York Column, Waterloo Place, 9 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5AJ. This is the tall column with a statue on top. Arriving by tube: Take the tube to Piccadilly Circus and take exit No. 3 onto Regent Street/St James's. Walk south down Regent Street towards St James's Park (do not walk north towards Oxford Street). Waterloo Place is at the end of Regent Street. You will see the tall column with a statue on top. You can also arrive via Charing Cross Station. Walk down the Mall towards Buckingham Palace, you will see the statue on your right at the top of some steps.
End Point
UK
London SW1A 1AA Spur Rd, London SW1A 1AA, UK
Outside Buckingham Palace
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Special Notes
- The Changing of the Guard ceremony is subject to changes in date, time and cancellation at the discretion of British authorities. Cancellation due to bad weather is not announced before 11am. Even when cancelled, customers will still see a ‘wet change’ during which the guards march but without the usual music and parade.
- Public transportation options are available nearby.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
- Please note weather is very changeable in London, please ensure you have rainproof clothing.
- Please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it's canceled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirement: If you have traveled to or transited through yellow fever-endemic regions including East African countries (excluding Tanzania) or South American countries, either before or after your trip, you may be required to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. This requirement can apply not only for joining tours but also for certain flights or entry into specific countries. For more details, please refer to the official site: : Yellow Fever Risk Areas - Fit for Travel
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