Changing of the Guard Guided Walking Tour in London
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
The most fun 2 hour tour in London. Watch the Changing of the Guard with an experienced and acclaimed guide, where you'll be taken to the best places to see the ceremony. Along the way you'll see palaces, royal parks, royal residences and even have an opportunity to march alongside the guards. The walk is interesting for adults, fun for kids, and will almost certainly be the highlight of your stay in London.
Please note that you will not see the section of the ceremony on the courtyard of Buckingham Palace, but rather the other highlights of the ceremony.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
There are no toilet or refreshment breaks on this tour
Tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Ceremony can be altered at the discretion of the British Army, or occasionally due to rain
All tours are dependent on the British Army's schedule
No dogs are allowed on the tour other than guide dogs.
We do not see the section of the ceremony which occurs on the courtyard of Buckingham Palace, but instead we observe the highlights of the ceremony in other locations.
No videoing of the guide unless they have given permission
Arrive ten minutes before the tour for check in. Out of respect for other customers, we do not wait for latecomers.
Travellers should have good mobility as we encounter three flights of steps and march at the same pace as the guards at one point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Piccadilly Circus
We begin the tour in this iconic location in Central London
St. James's Palace
We see this 500 year old palace from the outside and wait for the Guards to begin the ceremony.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions
Options
Changing the Guard Tour
Reviews
1,815 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly recommend
Safari67762,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informative. Our tour guide Paul was very funny and entertaining. He kept a group that included many kids engaged. Great way to see the guards from different areas- much better than just standing in 1 spot waiting - they keep you moving! A++++
Great tour
John W,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00You get to see a lot of the ceremony for changing of the guard. Learn history and be in great spots to see the guards and the marching bands. If we went on our own we would have been lost in the sea of people and have no idea what is happening. Our guide took us to great spots to see different areas of the ceremony and explained what was happening.
Paul was a great tour guide and
BusinessTraveller64,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Paul was a great tour guide and knew all the places to stand for a good view. Paul was also very engaging and looked after the needs of all the group. Would highly recommend.
Awsomenesses
marshallw288,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was awesome and he was very funny.
Great tour
R736TMjennifers,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tell Paul was a wonderful animated tour guide. He was a wealth of information. Great tour!
Best tour guide
F8303QZericy,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Paul was so great.Best tour guide in the world.He was 😂
Changing of the guards with Fun London Tours & Paul
GrannyJ56,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really fun! We got to see everything we had hoped to see and more. Paul kept it fun and entertaining- especially for our young grandkids
Tour locations very well planned
abbott341,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Paul was an amazing guide. If I could give him 20 stars I would. He took us to prime locations that were not crowded and we saw the guards and horses up close. He was knowledgeable and funny. Highly recommend this tour.
Outstanding experience !
Taghazoute,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Outstanding ! Paul our guide was incredible, full of knowledge, history and lots of fun. You have to book with this company, hands down the best !
Well worth it!
Colleen W,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Rachel was a fun and knowledgeable tour guide. I had no idea how much "action" there was to see in the changing of the guard. She had us all over the place and seeing so much. We also caught a quick glimpse of the king as he was leaving home, a nice treat! I would highly recommend this tour!
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