Essential tour of London and the King's Guard

5.0 (15 reviews) London, England
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Duration2h - 2h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

This tour goes beyond the data and dates. You will discover the history of London through the coronations, the executions, the intrigues of the monarchy, the Parliament and the events that marked the United Kingdom, all explained in a pleasant and easy to follow way.

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Starting point:
St. James's Park, Westminster, London SW1H 0BB, UK

Tour in English

Starting point:
St. James's Park, Westminster, London SW1H 0BB, UK

What's included

  • Guards mounted on horseback
  • Resident guide in London with extensive experience in the history of the city
  • Changing of the Guard or musical ceremony of Royal Guards
  • Small groups for a closer and more personalized experience
  • Several stops are made to explain the history of the main monuments
  • Recommendations of restaurants, pubs, museums and other places to enjoy London
  • The tour is done entirely on foot and lasts approximately 2.5 hours.
  • Snacks
  • Entrances to attractions, during the tour they will only be seen from the outside

What to expect

  1. Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
    20m
    We can't miss the Mounted Guard, where you will know the origin of this stage full of tradition.
  2. 10 Downing Street
    10m
    We continue exploring monuments until we reach the House of the Prime Minister, a symbol of British political power and a place full of history.
  3. Big Ben
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    We will take a few minutes in front of the majestic Big Ben, the most famous clock in the world, next to the imposing Westminster Abbey, place of coronations, weddings and royal funerals.
  4. St. James's Park
    20m
    Next, we'll head to a place that was the Prime Minister's bunker during World War II, and we'll take a walk around St. James's Park, with its landscaped gardens, stunning views of squirrels, sws and pelicans? Of course!
  5. Buckingham Palace
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    The King's official residence in London
  6. Clarence House
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    After admiring the residence of several members of the royal family, we will culminate at the grand Buckingham Palace, official residence of the monarchy, where, if it is the right day, you can witness the traditional changing of the guard.
  7. Westminster Abbey
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Venue for coronations, glamorous weddings and royal funerals

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Leaving the Green Park tube, at the fountain of the park the guide waits for you with a red umbrella

Meeting point

Leaving St James’s Park Station, the guide waits for you with a blue umbrella

End point

In the square in front of Big Ben and Westminster Abbey

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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5.0 (15)

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