British Royalty & Westminster Abbey Tour

4.8 (17 reviews) London, England
Duration5h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Explore Westminster's top 20 royal landmarks.

After a 3 hour walking tour of royal London, enter Westminster Abbey; the church where British Monarchs have been holding their coronations since 1066.

We meet at Green Park Underground station where we will walk through Green Park to Buckingham Palace. Where we will watch the world famous changing of the guard ceremony (Only on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays - daily in June & July). This tradition has been going on for centuries! We will then walk up the Royal Mall where we will pass two more Royal Residences and down Whitehall, to Westminster Palace, our last Palace.

Our guides are full of funny stories and interesting facts that are sure to entertain! Quintessentially British walking tour!

After which, you will head to Westminster abbey. There have been 16 royal weddings at the abbey since 1100! Most Kings and Queens are buried in Westminster Abbey.

What's included

  • Entry Ticket to Westminster Abbey with Audio Guide
  • Walking tour of the Top 20 sights of London in Westminster (3 hours)
  • Local Fun Guide
  • Food and drinks (please bring your own drinks & snacks)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off : please meet us at the starting point
  • Umbrella if it looks like rain!
  • Your guide will direct you to Westminster Abbey at the end of the tour, but won't accompany you.

What to expect

  1. Buckingham Palace
    1h
    After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace.

    On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot!

    Afterwards, walk along the Royal Mall.
  2. Trafalgar Square
    20m
    Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.
  3. Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
    20m
    Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!
  4. Whitehall
    30m
    Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This is home to many grand buildings and monuments, as well as Downing Street where British Prime Ministers have lived and worked since 1735!
  5. Houses of Parliament
    50m
    At Parliament Square, you’ll see the incredible Palace of Westminster (home to the Houses of Parliament) and the iconic Big Ben clock up close, as well as views of the London Eye and Churchill Statue.
  6. Westminster Abbey
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Continue to Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned!

    We'll pre-book your entry tickets for after the walking tour, so no need to join the long ticket line! Once inside, explore at your own pace with the help of a free audio guide (available in multiple languages)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

- We meet outside of the Ritz hotel (Address: 150 Piccadilly)
- Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs
- The nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station

End point

After your walking tour, return to Westminster Abbey. We will pre-book your tickets so you can enter quickly - no need to wait in the ticket line!

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • 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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