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Changing of the Guard - Walking Tour

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Activity Schedule

  • When does it run?

    Daily

  • Duration

    1.5 HOURS

  • Start time

    10.15 am

  • Meeting Point

    Make your way to the Duke of York Column, St. James's London, United Kingdom, SW1Y 5AJ ((This is the tall column with a statue on top)

    Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour start time

Key Highlights

  • Get the best views of the Changing of the Guard with an expert guide navigating the crowds
  • Follow the Queen’s Foot Guards in their iconic red tunics and bearskin hats as they march in precision.
  • Explore royal landmarks like Buckingham Palace, St. James’s Palace, and Horse Guards Parade
  • Enjoy expert commentary with historical insights into this world-famous British tradition.

Overview

Experience one of London’s most iconic traditions with this Changing of the Guard Walking Tour. Avoid the common mistake of standing in the wrong spot—your expert guide will navigate the crowds, ensuring you get the best views of this spectacular ceremony.

Follow the Queen’s Foot Guards in their iconic red tunics and bearskin hats as they march towards Buckingham Palace. Witness the Household Cavalry in gleaming uniforms at Horse Guards Parade. Along the way, explore St. James’s Park, The Mall, and St. James’s Palace, key locations in royal history.

With a small group tour and engaging commentary, this is the ultimate way to experience British pageantry up close and capture unforgettable photos!

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

  • English speaking tour guide

Exclusions

  • Gratuities

Please note

Voucher information: You can show your voucher on your smartphone (But if you’d rather print a copy – that’s fine too!)

On occasional Sundays the changing of the guards may be rescheduled to early morning, meaning that we will not be able to see it.

Please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horse guards.

As this tour involves a fair amount of walking, please wear comfortable shoes.

Appropriate clothing for the weather We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions. We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or mobility impairments on our tours. We are also unable to accommodate pushchairs or strollers on our Tours.

The participation on this Tour will be denied to any guest under the influence of drugs or alcohol or to any guest whose behavior is disorderly, or poses a threat to other guests or staff.

The Changing of the Guard is subject to changes in date, time and cancellation at the discretion of British authorities. Cancellation due to bad weather is not announced before the morning of the ceremony. When this occurs, you will still see a ‘wet change’ during which the guards march but without the usual music or parade

The changing of the Guard will not operate in heavy rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour.

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