London Tour: Changing of the Guard, Westminster Abbey & Tower
Overview
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7 hours
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Limited time on your hands whilst visiting London? Join us and see London's Best in One Day!
Your day starts with a guided tour of Westminster Abbey, skip-the-line entry included.
Strolling through St James Park, your next stop will be Buckingham Palace's exterior. Here you'll enjoy a crash course to the royal family & witness the *changing of the guard ceremony.
The last stop before lunch will be 10 Downing Street, where great minds like Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher made crucial decisions that influenced the nation.
After a quick lunch break, you'll enjoy a relaxing cruise on the Thames Clipper service, where you can sit back and relax as your guide points out some of the famous sites along the waterside.
Last on the Itinerary is a guided tour of the Tower of London. your guide will teach you about the significance of this castle throughout the centuries, and have a chance to visit some of the Castle's rooms before proceeding to visit the British Crown Jewels.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please note that the Changing of the Guard currently occurs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays only. On alternate days, we will see the Changing of the Guard at the Horse Guards Parade instead.
The Changing of the Guard schedule is subject to change or cancellation by British authorities, sometimes due to weather, with little notice. In case of cancellation, you'll enjoy a guided walking tour of Westminster instead.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Parliament Square
Your day will begin around parliament square. From this prime location you can already catch a glimpse of London's iconic Big Ben and the Palace of Westminster before heading to your first stop of the day - Westminster Abbey.
Westminster Abbey
Tour of Westminster Abbey - Skip the ticketing line alongside our expert guide and enter this majestic Abbey, nestled upon the very spot where a humble fisherman once glimpsed a celestial vision of St. Peter in the 10th century. Our guide will take you around this sacred sanctuary, which housed nearly 40 coronations as well as the funeral of Princess Diana.
What‘s Included
Scenic Thames River cruise (if full day option selected)
Knowledgeable, English-speaking guide
Admission to the British Crown Jewels (if full day option selected)
Witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony (or Horse Guard on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays)
Guided tour of the Tower of London (if full-day option selected)
Skip the line & guided tour of Westminster Abbey
Hotel pick up / drop off
Lunch (at own expense) & Gratuities (optional)
Changing of the Guard on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays or due to poor weather
Options
Westminster Abbey ONLY
Duration: 3 hours Half-Day Tour of Westminster: Not Included: Tower of London Included: Westminster Abbey, Changing of the Guard (or Horse Guard), walking tour
Changing of the Guard, Westminster Abbey & Tower of London Tour
Duration: 7 hours: Full-Day Tour of London with Changing of the Guard (or Horse Guard Parade), Westminster Abbey & Tower of London Tour included
Reviews
169 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic tour from top to bottom
U4502PEjoep,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jeremy is an excellent guide. Very knowledgeable and an excellent story teller. Highly recommend.
Walkabout with Steve
F2912FOalisons,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Overall Steve was perfect guide. We liked his stories and knowledge of history.
Wonderful day!
873dianem,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour started at 10:00 this morning (of course we started at 9:00 to make check-in. It was a long day until 4:30 but we saw so many things. This is my first trip to Lo don and do t know if I can come back but I wanted to see everything that I possibly could and this hit so many buttons. Our guide talked the whole time, telling us all the information that she possibly could. I’m tired but I couldn’t be happier with the day.
Dan’s the Man
Randall H,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Dan was amazing. His knowledge, explanations, and patience with all of us tourists was 2nd to none. Had a wonderful day!
A Day in London
haroldgT7607WN,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful day spent with guide Dan. Very informative and a lot of fun! We learned much about the history of Westminster Abbey, the changing of the Guard, and the Tower of London. Very interesting day and we highly recommend San as a tour guide.
Great tour of London highlights with boat tour
Stay677905,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour with the Boat Tour on Thames and Crown Jewels viewing included. Daniel was really wonderful- so accommodating, knowledgeable and funny. Highly recommend! We did not actually get to see the changing of the guard, but we did see the procession of the soldiers on their way to that ceremony, which was great!
What a great tour filled with lots of great sites
Tanya H,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Be sure to know this is a walking tour of all the highlights in London! It’s very informative and great way to see the city!
Informative and very good
RMD994,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Penney was an amazing guide! It was very informative and covered a lot. There is a lot of walking! But if you have one day this is great.
Guide was Excellent
onceinalifetmaolcom,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lots of walking and moving quickly. Be very careful on the steps at Westminster Abbey. Loved that we all had headsets so we could hear her clearly even among the large crowds
Great walking tour!
Alison H,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a fantastic walking tour of London and would highly recommend it! The tour took us through so many beautiful and interesting areas of the city, giving us a great overall feel for London. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and brought the history to life with fascinating explanations and engaging stories along the way. It really added so much depth to everything we were seeing. We were given headsets, which worked perfectly, so we could always hear what he was saying—even in busier areas. That made a huge difference in being able to fully enjoy the experience. It is a long day, so definitely be prepared to walk quite a bit. That said, the pace was very manageable and never felt overwhelming. The boat ride was a wonderful addition and gave us a chance to sit, relax, and enjoy a different perspective of the city. We also had a nice break for lunch, which helped recharge us for the rest of the tour. Overall, it was a well-organized, enjoyable experience, and I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone visiting London!
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