London Historic Landmarks and Abbey Tour

Join a 3-hour historic walking tour to explore over 20 of London’s iconic landmarks and witness the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace
After the walking tour : Visit Westminster Abbey

Since the coronation of William the Conqueror in 1066, all coronations of English and British monarchs have been in Westminster Abbey. There have been 16 royal weddings at the abbey since 1100.
 
Before entering the Abbey, your historic walking tour takes you through London’s best known area, Westminster, with a friendly expert guide.
 
We start in Green Park & then head to Westminster. Sights we’ll see along the way include Buckingham Palace (Changing of the Guard), Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Parliament Square, the Houses of Parliament (Westminster Palace)
 
Come and join us on the best London walking tour, to see the best sights in London, with some of the best London tour guides!

Meeting Point

The Ritz London

150 Piccadilly, London W1J 9BR, UK

•⁠ ⁠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

What's included:

• Watch the Changing of the Guard
• Top Westminster Sights Walking Tour (3 hours)
• Private Tour
• Admission to Westminster Abbey & audio guide
• Fun Local Guide

Not included:

• Food and snacks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Camera (for all the photos you’ll be taking)
• Umbrella (if it's raining)

What to expect:

Duration: 5 hours

Buckingham Palace

London SW1A 1AA, UK

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!

Afterward, walk along the Royal Mall.

1 hour

Trafalgar Square

London, WC2N 5DS

Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.

20 minutes

Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

Horse Guards Whitehall, , London, SW1A 2AX

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!

20 minutes

Whitehall

London, SW1A 2BX

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!

20 minutes

Houses of Parliament

Parliament Square, London, SW1A 0AA

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.

40 minutes

Westminster Abbey

20 Dean's Yard, Broad Sanctuary, London, SW1P 3PA

Then visit a royal church in the centre of London offering services for all and a World Heritage Site with over a thousand years of history! It is a stunning example of Gothic architecture, replete with soaring buttresses and beautiful stained glass windows.

2 hours, 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included