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
Knowledgeable, English-speaking guide
Skip the line & guided tour of Westminster Abbey
Admission to the British Crown Jewels
Enjoy best vantage point of the Changing of the Guard (or Horse Guard) ceremony
Scenic Thames River cruise
Guided tour of the Tower of London
Headsets (10+ people)
Hotel pick up / drop off
Lunch (at own expense) & Gratuities (optional)
Options
Westminster Abbey ONLY
Duration: 3 hours
Half-Day Tour of Westminster: London Walking Tour with Westminster Abbey and Changing of the Guard (Tower of London is excluded).
Changing of the Guard, Westminster Abbey & Tower of London Tour
Duration: 7 hours: Full-Day Tour of London with changing of the Guard, Westminster Abbey & Tower of London Tour included
Reviews
131 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic tour with...
Lisa T,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic tour with Jeremy! He hit all the highlights and super knowledgeable. Would highly recommend this tour.
Such a wonderful day!
RACHELS856,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jeremy was EXCELLENT as a tour guide. The day flew by and was so well organized. He tailored his commentary to our groups specific interests
Jeremy was a wonderful...
Jodie S,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Jeremy was a wonderful guide. He was professional, knowledgeable, had a good sense of humor and the information he provided was relevant and interesting. Furthermore, he had obviously extensive experience in the area as he knew precisely when and where to position our group. The sights on the tour hit the highlights of the area. Wonderful tour!
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ANAND D,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We took about 7 hrs walking tour A very cold day with rains Guide was good and showed almost everything Prepare to walk for 7 hrs ,almost tiring . But should opt for the activity
Great walking tour
318joanac,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fia was a very knowledgeable guide, who shared many stories in a very candid manner. We had a great time walking around London!
Great full day of sightseeing
Tara H,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour! Our tour guide, Caroline, was excellent. We learned so much from her. Be prepared for a lot of walking. If it’s winter time, bring a warm coat.
Excellent Tour
Susan S,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Nick is an excellent guide Knowledgeable, friendly and personable. I would highly recommend this tour.
Great experience
Rett R,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour. You cover a lot of ground so be prepared to walk. Jeremy was our guide and he was fantastic. Very knowledgeable.
Thanks Toby!
Michele F,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had Toby for our guide and he made the tour fun and witty. Very knowledgeable about the history of the places we visited and regaled us with the stories and myths. Be prepared to do lots of walking and wear comfortable shoes. At all times, Toby made sure that he didn’t lose any of us and ensured that the group stayed together.
A great way to spend some quality time visiting historic sites of London
paulhud-5322,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great visit and a wonderful tour guide. The beautiful old buildings, the history, and the changing of the guard. All magnificent!!
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