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
1,833 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awsome
jorinded2025,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the tour with Paul. It was very nice and entertaining. He knew exactly which spots to go to in order to get the best view of the guards. We had a great time.
Lovely Time
Guide36762920580,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Paul was amazing and very funny. He placed us right up close on all stops. Had fantastic viewpoints.
Personal experience with Alex B.
528bernies,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alex B was just great. He took his time so all could enjoy his stories. He was a really good representative for you company. All was explained to everybodys level of understanding. He is to be commended.
Perfect walking tour!
V4179EIsarahh,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was our first tour when arriving in London and it was perfect! Our tour guide, Paul, was fantastic! So knowledgeable, funny, personable, and knew all the best spots to stand to see the changing of the guard. Can’t recommend it enough!
Team Angie
nebukinezzar,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Team Angie! Angie was our walking tour guide for this experience. A local Londoner with a lot of knowledge of all the sites and buildings we passed. Most importantly she had a perfect timing of where to be to make the most of the various new and old guard marches. Really can recommend this tour to anyone...especially if you are on Team Angie!
Paul was excellent! We...
Jane K,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Paul was excellent! We had a great experience on the walking tour stopping at different viewing areas
Great tour guide but use bigger companies when you are booking tour during off seasons.
aliubrown,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rachel, our tour guide was great! She gave us great information and moved us to the best locations. The only thing that I was disappointed was that I had signed up for a similar tour with Fun London Tours but since there were not enough people to sign up for that tour, we were moved to Rachel's group. It was a small group but we did not get all the things we had signed up in the original tour. They say they will refund me the difference and I am still waiting for that refund. Maybe Fun London Tours is a smaller business so they cannot still run tours unless they have a certain number of people sign up. I used Viator for many year and usually they still run the tours even if its the two of us. This is my first time trying Fun London Tours.
It was great! We were...
Danielle L,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was great! We were able to see the guards up close and also learned a bit of history:) Everything was organized and timely.
King sighting at Changing of the Guard
L6733EObrettr,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Paul was a lovely tour guide. He said very interesting facts and funny jokes! On our tour, we saw the King’s motorcade drive out of his residence! Charles had the window down and waived to the crowds! This tour is very family friendly and anyone who goes will be satisfied!💂👍🏼❤️
Exciting
Nancy B,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful guided experience full of fun facts, our guide was lively and wonderful. They ensure you see all the action
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