London Changing of the Guard Walking Tour

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?

Meeting Point

Equestrian Statue of Edward Ⅶ

St. James's, London SW1Y 5ER, UK

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.

What's included:

• English Speaking local expert guide
• Maximum of 15 people in your group
• Guided Changing of the Guard experience

Not included:

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

What to expect:

Duration: 1 hour, 45 minutes

Changing of the Guard

Constitution Hill, Buckingham Palace, London, SW1A 1AA

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

Marlborough Road, London, SW1A 1BQ

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

Horse Guards Whitehall, , London, SW1A 2AX

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

Spur Road, London, SW1A 1AA

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