Changing of the Guard Walking Tour | 1 hour 45 minutes

581 Reviews | London
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Changing of the Guard Tour
2 Adults x $21.33
$42.66
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$42.66
Small Group Tour - English: Maximum 15 participants in your group
Changing of the Guard Walking Tour
2 Adults x $22.70
$45.40
Approx Total
$45.40

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • English Speaking local expert guide
  • Guided Changing of the Guard experience
  • Gratuities
  • Food & drink
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off

Overview

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?

Itinerary

  • Changing of the Guard

    Join us as we serve a slice of world-famous ceremonial action with this small-group Changing of the Guards experience.

    30 minutes

  • St. James's Palace

    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

    20 minutes

  • Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

    Every day, come rain or shine, the Horseguards take part in their very own changing of the guards. Your guide will talk you through the symbolism and importance of this age-old tradition. And hey, the photos are great here too.

    20 minutes

  • Buckingham Palace

    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 minutes

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Additional Info

  • 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.
  • We will not stand at the forecourt of Buckingham Palace as, due to crowds, you see very little and the experience would be ten times less fun. We want to get you as close as possible with the opportunity to take some amazing snapshots.
  • It is at the discretion of the British Army to change or cancel the Ceremony. The announcement will not be made until after 10.30am so come rain or shine, the Urban Saunters Changing of the Guard experience will go ahead. If the full ceremony is cancelled, there will still be the chance to see the guards marching, just without the music.
  • No videoing of the guide unless they have given permission
  • Ceremony can be altered at the discretion of the British Army, or occasionally due to rain
  • There are no toilet or refreshment breaks on this tour
  • Tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Free Cancellation

April 29100% refund
April 30No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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581 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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  • 4 stars
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 569 reviews with 5 stars

Jo was the best tour...

Published on Mar, 2025

Jo was the best tour guide you will ever have. She provided us so much history, culture and got us to where we needed to be each time. We learned a lot and got amazing photos and videos.

Great experience with a fantastic guide

Published on Mar, 2025

What a wonderful experience, Chris is an excellent guide who got us in position for every facet of the Changing of the Guard Walking Tour.

We had Chris as our tour...

Published on Mar, 2025

We had Chris as our tour guide. Absolutely amazing experience with him giving us all the inside knowledge and fun facts on everything. Chris was fantastic in providing such a great and memorable experience

Changing of the guard, urban Saunters

Published on Mar, 2025

Chris was fabulous! We all enjoyed his wealth of knowledge. Highly recommend. This was the best way to see the changing of the guard-coming and going.

Great tour, Paul is awesome

Published on Mar, 2025

Well organized and perfectly executed tour. You hear great history and stories, and you’re positioned perfectly to see everything.

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