London Walking Tour and River Cruise

Go on our 3-hour walking tour through Westminster to see some of London’s most iconic sights, then hop on a river cruise to the Tower of London!
We begin at Green Park, heading to Buckingham Palace for the Changing of the Guard Ceremony (select days only). Capture memorable photos of the Palace and Guards before strolling through Westminster's iconic streets, admiring its remarkable landmarks.

Your guide will lead you past Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Parliament Square, the Houses of Parliament and more!

Next, board a boat at the pier directed by your guide. Relax and enjoy the scenic journey along the historic Thames from Westminster to the Tower of London and Tower Bridge.

Upon arrival at Tower Pier, disembark and explore the Tower of London, a historic landmark with over a thousand years of history, known for its beefeater guards and resident ravens.

Note: Changing of the Guard occurs daily in June & July, otherwise on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.

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:

• River Cruise Ticket & Tower of London Entry Ticket
• Small group tour
• 3 Hour Walking tour of the Top 20 sights in Westminster
• Fun Local Guide
• Watch the Changing of the Guard (Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun only - 10am tour)

Not included:

• Snacks & Drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Umbrella (if it's raining)

What to expect:

Duration: 7 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

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

Thames River

, , London

Then it’s time to sail down the river! You’ll board the boat – sit back and get comfortable as you watch the London sights along this historic part of the Thames.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Tower of London

London, EC3N 4AB

Then head to the Tower of London – one of the most historical buildings in London with over a thousand years of history!

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included