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Changing of the Guard Guided Walking Tour in London

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Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 45 minutes

Mobile ticket

The most fun 1.5-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.

Sundays - As of April 2025 the army is trialing a slight variation of the usual ceremony on Sundays. It involves the same number of guard movements and locations but is referred to as a Parade rather than a Change. There is currently no indication of how long this trial will go on for.

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‘s Included

Local guide

Gratuities

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Transportation to/from attractions

What To Expect

1

Piccadilly Circus

We begin the tour in this iconic location in Central London

5 minutes•Admission Not Applicable
2

St. James's Palace

We see this 500 year old palace from the outside and wait for the Guards to begin the ceremony.

20 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

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Changing the Guard Tour

Reviews

4.89

1,633 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Great way to see changing of the guars

    Keith C,

    Jun 28, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The walking tour for the changing of the guard is the way to go! We saw/learned much more than just standing stationary. Ask for Alex B he is amazing!

  • Excellent walking tour!

    Shawn S,

    Jun 26, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Excellent experience! Paul led our group of about 10 people to several key locations to see the guards, all the whole giving us snippets of history and answering questions. We had fun, learned a bit and got dome great pics!

  • Changing of the guard

    Karen H,

    Jun 25, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This was a great experience. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. I would highly recommend this tour.

  • The Guards Parade

    Svetlana S,

    Jun 23, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    Well, when you go to that tour don't expect to see how the guards in big hats exchange their places near Buckingham Palace. It was the guard parade. Men in black uniforms were marching on the streets full of spectators. Our guide found the great spaces to watch the marching. Very appreciated his commitments and explanations on the history of guards and what it's going on during the parade.

  • Our tour guide Angie was...

    Mark L,

    Jun 22, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our tour guide Angie was great!!!! She gave us alot of information. Took us to great spots in the shade!

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