London Tour: Changing of the Guard, Westminster Abbey & Tower
Overview
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7 hours
Mobile ticket
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
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
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
Reviews
161 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour
Caroline D,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Warren was amazing tour guide. He kept the pace going. He had lots of interesting information. He kept the group engaged
London in a day of familiar history
363carat,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andrew R. Was incredible. Highly knowledgeable and informative. We were a group of 9 from ages 8-74 and all were engaged!
Dan was awesome
blakelO7211XM,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dan was phenomenal, tons of great information and funny too. Highly recommend!!
Our guide Toby was...
Joy K,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Toby was excellent! He was knowledgeable, easy going, patient, and a great sense of humor. We learned so much on this tour and glad we did it. Highly recommend!
This is a great tour to...
Tamera P,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a great tour to be able to see and enjoy major highlights of London. Our tour guide, Warren, was excellent.
Very disappointing
Kimberly C,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Very upsetting … the tour was to be a full day .. a mating turn afternoon … they made a big mistake and our afternoon was not scheduled .. it was a problem between viatar and the “tour guys “. Neither customer service was helpful . We had to readjust and schedule the remaining day on our own and on the fly
A Wonderful Day with Dan!
aaronjB6178FQ,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dan was our tour guide today. He did a wonderful job, was extremely knowledgeable and really made this experience special. We appreciated how personable he was and how considerate he was of everyone's needs. Cannot say enough good things!
This is a great tour,...
Maria J,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a great tour, which provided a deep dive into Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London. Our guide Warren was a wonderful tour guide, very knowledgeable and funny. The only downside is that there is a lot of walking, which had us feeling quite tired by the end of the day. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and be prepared for possible rain and wind along the way. This was a great tour overall.
Excellent tour
edmundleejm,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andrew provided an outstanding tour, showcasing his expertise as a guide. He skillfully simplified the intricate royal history, making it more accessible to all.
Wonderful tour!
S4904NMleahc,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andrew was a fantastic guide! He was very knowledgeable and friendly. 5-star tour guide! We really did see most of the main historical attractions of London in just a few hours tour. Great stories and history lessons on every corner. Would highly recommend!!
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