Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace Experience
Overview
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2 hours
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Join our fun and informative Changing of the Guard walking experience! We'll secure the best viewing spots for the entire ceremony and even walk alongside the guards and band as they march down The Mall. Our expert local guide will bring history to life, share fascinating insights into royal traditions, and ensure you have a fantastic time. After all, there’s a reason we’re called Fantastic Walks!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
St. James's Palace
If you are visiting London, then you must see the world-renowned Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace. With us, you’ll experience the ceremony from the very best viewpoints. You’ll see the Old Guard, the New Guard, St James’s Palace and, of course, the most famous of all palaces, Buckingham Palace. You’ll also get to see Clarence House, the actual home of the King and Queen. You will even march alongside the Guards and the Ceremonial bands as they progress down The Mall. Please be aware that there is a bit of walking involved (about a mile and a half) and some of it is at marching pace. Also, we don’t go up to the gates of Buckingham Palace: it’s too crowded, the views are poor, and you don’t get to see the whole ceremony. With us, though, you get the best views from the best spots at the best times. You’ll also hear the history of this centuries-old ceremony, be told some great stories and have a lot of fun along the way.
Buckingham Palace
Your Changing of the Guard experience concludes outside of Buckingham Palace. From there, it's just a short walk to Green Park or St James's Park tube stations. Alternatively, it's a 15-minute walk to Trafalgar Square or Parliament Square. Please note: the Changing of the Guard ceremony can be cancelled at very short notice by the British Army or Westminster Council. If it's raining, there's likely to be what's called a 'wet change' - in other words, the soldiers will still march but there'll be no ceremonial band.
What‘s Included
Expert local guide
Prime viewing spots
Gratuities/tips
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Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace Experience
Reviews
305 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The perfect view for Changing of the Guard!
K8868FXmichaeln,,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Robin is incredibly knowledgeable and so generous with his time. Our group received nearly an extra hour of the perfect sights during the experience. Robin had so much information to share and plenty of jokes too. We had the best time and it was an amazing value for the money to do this tour! I would recommend Robin to anyone going to London as the perfect person to give you an A+ tour.
Being in the right place!
514pattig,,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Short cuts to all the best viewpoints and lots of knowledgeable insights. Even saw the King and Queen!
Great tour and guide
Jameson D,,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour and tour guide, Robin was our guide and he had a great sense of humor and personality and filled us in on lots of history along the way.
Great tour
jamesond605,,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Robin was a great guide, great sense of humor and personality, filled us in on a lot of history along the way, would definitely recommend.
Fascinating tour
chammp,,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Changing of the Guard tour was excellent both in content and presentation. Robin was highly enthusiastic and knowledgeable, giving some great personal insights and anecdotes alongside all the key information. Would highly recommend for those visiting the capital, and also locals who want to know more about this fascinating tradition.
Amazing experience!
debbierH9680UK,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing tour! Robin was an awesome guide and he made sure we had the best viewing sites possible. Loved everything - from start to finish. Would definitely recommend!
Great experience!
mashah366,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely amazing! Loved everything about it! Royal anecdotes, history facts, little tricks to get best view and take the most of the experience!
Great tour
X5368YAannad,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Robin is a great guide, knowledgeable and entertaining. The tour comes highly recommended especially on a sunny mid week day .
perfect
A2805BCannac,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Robin is the best guide i’ve ever met. He was very funny and told interesting stories. He organized the trip very well and it was great.
PERFECT TIME
pawe c931,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was fantastic experience, history presented in funny way. Robin is the best guide ever. The best views in front line.
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