London Royal Sightseeing and The Shard Experience

Ever wondered what London looks like from 244m high? Then join your own private guide for one of the best Royal London Sightseeing Tours (4 palaces in 3 hours!) plus entry to the tallest public viewing platform in London!
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).

At the end of the walking tour, prepare yourselves for a long elevator ride to the top of the Shard where you will enjoy 360 degree views of London!

Please note: Changing of the Guard occurs on morning tours only, and is not every day.

Meeting Point

The Ritz London

150 Piccadilly, St. James's, 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:

• Top Westminster Sights Walking Tour (3 hours)
• Admission to The Shard Viewing Gallery
• Private Tour
• Fun Local Guide

Not included:

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transport to The Shard (your guide will give directions)
• Camera (for all the photos you’ll be taking)
• Food and snacks
• Umbrella (if it's raining)

What to expect:

Duration: 5 hours

Buckingham Palace

Spur Road, London, SW1A 1AA

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

Continue to nearby Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned!

20 minutes

The Shard

32 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9SG

You will then travel to The Shard for one of the best view of London!

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included