London Royal Sights And Changing Ceremony Tour

You will have a private, expert guided tour of the most famous Royal sights in London and also see the striking display of the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and the Changing of the King’s Life Guards which is a magnificent mounted ceremony. Along the way your knowledgeable guide will make history come alive with entertaining, informative, and thoroughly gripping tales about life in London. We start in historic Covent Garden, then on to Trafalgar Square. We watch the dazzling display of the mounted guards in the Changing of the King’s Lifeguards. We walk down the world famous Mall to St James’s Palace, Buckingham Palace, we stroll through beautiful St James’s Park to Parliament Square where we see the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey. There will be plenty of time for photos and your guide is always happy to help you make some Instagrammable memories! Join us on this walk and be captivated by the tradition, history, and colour of Royal London.

Meeting Point

40 Henrietta St

40 Henrietta St, London WC2E 8RF, UK

Meet by the entrance to the Punch and Judy Pub in Covent Garden Piazza. 5 minutes walk from the tube station.

What's included:

• Admire Buckingham Palace, home of our current monarch, King Charles III
• Small group tour
• Witness the Changing of the King’s Lifeguard ceremony
• Local fun and informative official London Tour Guide
• Walking Tour of the major Royal sights in London with an expert guide
• Witness the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (Sunday,Monday,Wednesday,Friday)

Not included:

• Gratuities not included
• Please bring some water with you

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes

Covent Garden

London

Meet here at 10 am by the Punch and Judy Pub, 40 Henrietta Street WC2

5 minutes

Trafalgar Square

London, WC2N 5DS

We visit iconic Trafalgar Square, regarded as the heart of London. We stop to admire its wonderful fountains and architecture and hear the story of Admiral Nelson on top of the column. As it is a small group tour you'll have plenty of time to take photographs and enjoy the view!

10 minutes

Admiralty Arch

Admiralty Arch The Mall, Cockspur Street, Trafalgar Square, London, SW1A 2WH

We pass by this famous Arch and peep through to see Buckingham Palace at the other end of the Mall, we will be visiting there later!

3 minutes

Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

Horse Guards Whitehall, , London, SW1A 2AX

Changing of the Queen’s Lifeguards Ceremony at Horseguards
We stop at Horseguards to see the Changing of the Queen’s Lifeguards Ceremony. Your expert Tour Guide will ensure you are positioned in the best place to observe this magnificent ceremony which has been taking place for over 350 years. Your knowledgeable guide will talk with you about the historical significance of this amazing ceremony and you’ll have plenty of time to take photos of the guards and even with them if you like!

15 minutes

The Mall

The Mall, London SW1, UK

We will walk down the Mall - the most famous road in London! The Mall is red, like a ceremonial red carpet and we will proceed down this processional route known for its magnificent ceremonies; from the Queen in her gold carriage driving down the Mall on her way to the State Opening of Parliament, to the Queen's Annual Birthday Parade and Royal Weddings.

5 minutes

Buckingham Palace

Spur Road, London, SW1A 1AA

We have the perfect view of Buckingham Palace where we stop. This is the London Royal residence of our much loved monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. Your expert and entertaining guide will talk about the history of the palace. With our small group tour you'll have plenty of time to take photographs and your guide can help you take some fabulous Instagrammable shots!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

St. James's Palace

Marlborough Road, London, SW1A 1BQ

We will stop off at this imposing 16th century Palace, built during the reign of the notorious King Henry VIII. Your expert guide will regale you with amusing stories about the Palace and its occupants.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

St. James's Park

Horse Guards Road, The Storeyard, London, SW1A 2BJ

We take a relaxing stroll through this beautiful Royal Park, St James’s Park. It is one of our favourite in London and has a picturesque lake and beautiful planting at all times of year.

5 minutes

Westminster Abbey

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

We stop off outside Westminster Abbey to hear your expert guide tell you about the Kings, queens, statesmen and soldiers; poets, priests, heroes and villains all buried in Westminster Abbey. It is a must-see living pageant of British history. As it is a small group tour there will be plenty of time to take photos.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Houses of Parliament

Parliament Square, London, SW1A 0AA

The Houses of Parliament are one of the world’s most famous buildings and we stop here to admire the beauty of the architecture and hear from your expert guide about the fascinating history of this home to our democracy. Your knowledgeable guide will offer an insight into the political, social and cultural roles Parliament has played in the development of British society over nearly a thousand years.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included