About This Tour
Experience London’s most iconic royal tradition with an award-winning Changing of the Guard tour. Get exclusive views of the ceremony from prime vantage points, see the guards and horses up close, and enjoy behind-the-scenes insights you won’t get on a standard tour. Guided by experts, you’ll explore historic landmarks like Wellington Barracks, St James’s Palace, and Horse Guards Parade while learning about centuries of British pageantry and royal history. Avoid the crowds and capture unforgettable photo opportunities at Buckingham Palace, Clarence House, and other key sites. This tour is designed to give you a unique, immersive, and memorable royal London experience from start to finish. - Duration: Approximately 2 to 3 hours - Maximum group size of 20 for a personalized experience - Meet at Jan Smutts Statue at Parliament Square - Not wheelchair accessible; suitable for all ages with moderate mobility
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Meeting Point
Meet your guide at the General Jan Smuts statue in Parliament Square, the only green statue. Arrive by 9:35 am. Nearest Tube: Westminster (District, Circle, Jubilee lines). Your guide, holding a placard, will welcome you, give an intro, and prepare you for the Changing of the Guard Tour.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
✓ Free cancellation due to bad weather
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