Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace London Walking Tour

4.9 (1,903 reviews) London, England
  1. Home
  2. Activities
  3. London
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

The most fun 2 hour tour in London. Watch the Changing of the Guard with an experienced and acclaimed guide, where you'll be taken to the best places to see the ceremony. Along the way you'll see palaces, royal parks, royal residences and even have an opportunity to march alongside the guards. The walk is interesting for adults, fun for kids, and will almost certainly be the highlight of your stay in London.
Please note that you will not see the section of the ceremony on the courtyard of Buckingham Palace, but rather the other highlights of the ceremony.

What's included

  • Local guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions

What to expect

  1. Piccadilly Circus
    5m
    We begin the tour in this iconic location in Central London
  2. St. James's Palace
    20m
    We see this 500 year old palace from the outside and wait for the Guards to begin the ceremony.
  3. Changing of the Guard
    15m
    We follow the guards along the Mall, and have a beautiful view of Buckingham Palace.
  4. Regent Street
    Pass by
    We walk along this beautiful street on the way to the royal section of London.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Outside the Criterion Theatre by the Statue of Eros in Piccadilly Circus.
Your guide will be carrying a Fun London Tours flag.
Arrive 10 minutes before the tour is due to start. We leave promptly at the designated start time.

End point

We finish the tour near Buckingham Palace.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • There are no toilet or refreshment breaks on this tour
  • Tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Ceremony can be altered at the discretion of the British Army, or occasionally due to rain
  • All tours are dependent on the British Army's schedule
  • No dogs are allowed on the tour other than guide dogs.
  • We do not see the section of the ceremony which occurs on the courtyard of Buckingham Palace, but instead we observe the highlights of the ceremony in other locations.
  • No videoing of the guide unless they have given permission
  • Arrive ten minutes before the tour for check in. Out of respect for other customers, we do not wait for latecomers.
  • Travellers should have good mobility as we encounter three flights of steps and march at the same pace as the guards at one point

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

4.9 (1,903)
From
£20.00 per person
Check availability & book
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
  • Instant confirmation
  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
Operated by Fun London Tours Ltd · Booked through Viator
More activities in London
From
£20.00 per person
Check availability