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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
During this 2 hour, semi-private (8 Guest Maximum) guided walking tour you'll learn about and witness the event live with an expert guide, who will help you score excellent photos without having to navigate the heaving crowds. Experience one of the most quintessential British events, the changing of the guards, in the heart of London.
Duration 2 Hours
Semi-Private Walking Tour
Professional Tour Guide
Semi-Private" Means Group Size Is Never More Than 8 Guests Maximum
Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
Departure Point
Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN, UK
National Gallery, London. Meet by the Red telephone booth by the Sainsbury Wing entrance of the National Gallery.
Trafalgar Square, London, United Kingdom After meeting your guide outside the National Gallery, in Trafalgar Square, you will learn all about the history of this public square which commemorates the Battle of Trafalgar, a British naval victory in the Napoleonic Wars over France and Spain. During its history, the square has been a place for protests and demonstrations which continue to this day. 10 minutes
Nelson's Column, London, United Kingdom Nelson's Column is a monument in Trafalgar Square, built to commemorate Admiral Horatio Nelson, who died at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. 10 minutes
Admiralty Arch, London, United Kingdom Next you will discover the rich history and heritage of Admiralty Arch, a landmark building in London, providing road and pedestrian access between the Mall and Trafalgar Square. It was commissioned by King Edward VII in memory of his mother, Queen Victoria. 10 minutes
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall, London, United Kingdom You will then move on to see the Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall, where you will see members of the Household Cavalry, there to protect the official entrance to St. James Palace and Buckingham Palace. 60 minutes
St. James's Park, London, United Kingdom Afterwards, you will see the beautiful St. James’s Park, the oldest Royal Park in the city which is known for its impressive lake views, pelicans and flower beds located in front of Buckingham Palace. 10 minutes
Clarence House, London, United Kingdom Surrounding St. James’s Park, you will see Clarence House, a British Royal Residence. It was the home to Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother from 1953 until 2002, and it has since been the official residence of Charles, Prince of Wales and his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall. 10 minutes
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
Maximum of 8 people per tour allowed
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Notes: Changing the Guard can sometimes be cancelled, especially in wet weather. The decision to cancel can be made, by the Captain of the Guard , sometimes as late as 10:45 on the day. This means we cannot update our website in time to help people en-route or already at the Palace.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
evacristinas2024
27 Mar 2024
What an amazing day to walk around London historic streets. We really enjoy our tour with Wesley. We learned a lot about the history of this country and got amazing views of the Changing of Guards. Wesley made it so easy and enjoyable. We definitely recommend this experience.
benjaminhE7821BW
12 Jan 2024
Becky our tour guide was amazing. She was vibrant, enthusiastic and knowledgeable, rapidly made great rapport with my 3 teenage daughters. Great, close up experience of the changing of the guard with expert commentary. Highly recommend this tour.
Benjamin_H
12 Jan 2024
This was meant to be a semi-private tour, but we were very lucky and our family of 5 ended up being the only guests on the tour. Becky our guide was amazing. We have done a number of guided tours on this holiday and she was voted far and away the best by my 3 teenage daughters. Beck was bright, vibrant, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. She had an instant rapport with my daughters and kept them engaged and interested for the entire tour. We had an amazing experience having prime position to observe the multiple aspects of the changing of the guard all with expert commentary. Thanks Becky.
This tour in
London
is organized by
Babylon Tours London
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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