Changing of the Guard Walking Tour

Name: Changing of the Guard Walking Tour
Brand: Viator
Price: 20.45 USD
Availability: InStock
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5.0(883)2 hoursEnglishLondon, United Kingdom

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England is known for fish and chips, four seasons in a day, warm ale, history in spades and of course, a deeply ingrained age-old love for pomp and ceremony. Join us as we serve a slice of world-famous ceremonial action with this small-group Changing of the Guards experience.

There is so much more to this extravagant shift change than meets the eye though- with your expert guide to lead the way, you’ll soon know your Welsh from your Grenadier guard, understand what the deal is with those fuzzy bearskin hats, hear the astounding origins of this dazzling spectacle and truly get a handle on the significance of every colour, button, mascot, symbol and movement in this most British of traditions.

From the best possible viewing point, your small group will join the guards on their journey towards Buckingham Palace as you march to the beat of their drums... but what will the music be today?

Included

Guided Changing of the Guard experience
English Speaking local expert guide

Not included

Gratuities
Food & drink
Hotel pick-up & drop-off

What you'll do

Your experience begins at the Equestrian statue of Edward VII on Waterloo Place
where you’ll meet your expert guide before heading to enjoy the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony.
15 minAdmission not included
King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Memorial
The Mall, London, United Kingdom
Visit the King George VI & Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother Memorials and hear the story of the royal couple who inspired the nation during World War II.
10 min
St. James's Palace
Marlborough Road, London, United Kingdom
Built on the site of an old leper hospital, did you know that St James’s is the oldest royal palace in the whole of the UK? Take in this beauty, still the official royal residence today. Visiting outside
25 minAdmission not included
Clarence House
St. James's Palace, London, United Kingdom
Stop by Clarence House, the official London residence of King Charles III, and hear stories of royal life behind its historic walls
10 minAdmission not included
Changing of the Guard
Constitution Hill, Buckingham Palace, London, United Kingdom
Join us as we serve a slice of world-famous ceremonial action with this small-group Changing of the Guards experience.
30 min
Buckingham Palace
Spur Road, London, United Kingdom
The most famous of King Charles III's palaces and housing a whopping 775 rooms, the stories attached to this icon have to be heard to be believed. Visiting outside
20 minAdmission not included
Wellington Barracks
Wellington Barracks Birdcage Walk, London, United Kingdom
End your tour at Wellington Barracks, where the guards conclude the Changing of the Guard and return to their quarters.
10 minAdmission not included

Meeting and pickup

6 locations

Pickup details

Meet our guide by the Equestrian statue of Edward VII, Waterloo Place, London SW1Y 5ER. 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. Waterloo Place is at the end of Regent Street.

Good to know

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
We tend to move pretty fast to keep up with the guards, so please wear comfortable shoes and always carry water.