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Changing of the Guard Walking Tour Experience
Royal Changing of the Guard Experience by Buckingham Palace
The Changing of the Guard Walking Tour
The Changing of the Guard Walking Tour

Changing of the Guard Experience by Buckingham Palace

By City Wonders
8.2 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is $19 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview
  • Guided Changing of the Guard tour with prime views
  • A quintessentially British tradition at Buckingham Palace
  • Expert commentary about the ceremony’s history & pageantry
  • Watch the Household Cavalry on select days
  • Small group tour for easy movement and great photos

Activity location

    • Buckingham Palace
    • London, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Duke of York Column 9 Carlton House Terrace
    • London, United Kingdom

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Tour
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:15am
Price details
$18.85 x 1 Adult$18.85

Total
Price is $18.85
Until Sat, May 31

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedGuided tour of the Changing of The Guard
  • What's includedWhat's includedLive tour commentary provided in English
  • What's includedWhat's includedHeadset for tour commentary
  • What's includedWhat's includedSmall groups of 20 people or fewer
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel pick-up & drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities (welcomed and appreciated)

Know before you book

  • Children 3 and younger are complimentary.
  • This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
  • This activity is unable to accommodate strollers and baby carriers.
  • The Changing of the Guard ceremony is subject to changes in date and time. If the full ceremony is cancelled due to rain, you will see a shorter "wet change," during which the guards march but without the usual music and parade and an extended Buckingham Palace tour will be given.
  • Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour start time.

What you can expect

Experience a true British tradition on this fully guided Changing of the Guard tour. Many visitors mistakenly believe the best view is outside Buckingham Palace, only to realize—after hours of waiting—that they catch just the final moments, often obstructed by massive crowds.

With this expertly guided walking tour, you’ll follow your guide on a dynamic route that ensures you see the entire ceremony from the best vantage points. Your expert guide will bring the event to life, sharing fascinating insights into this centuries-old tradition. Equipped with personal headsets, you won’t miss a single detail as you take in the pomp and pageantry.

Watch the King’s Foot Guards march in perfect synchrony, their red tunics and bearskin hats making for an iconic spectacle. On Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, admire the Household Cavalry and their gleaming horses at Horse Guards Parade.

With a small group of 20 or fewer, you’ll move easily between locations, capturing stunning photos along the way.

Location

Activity location

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    • Buckingham Palace
    • London, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Duke of York Column 9 Carlton House Terrace
    • London, United Kingdom