Changing of the Guard, Westminster Abbey & Tower of London Tour
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‘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)
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.
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Changing of the Guard, Westminster Abbey & Tower of London Tour
Reviews
51 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect way to spend the day.
Donna H,
Jul 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00A wonderful, full day seeing the sights with friendly and knowledgeable guides. The tour was split in two, with Shropp? and Jill pointing out many things that would probably have been missed without a guide. A 90 minute break in between was a perfect opportunity to relax, eat, drink, etc…The skip the line option is always a huge plus , as lines were otherwise very long. It was a beautiful day, got my steps in, learned a lot, and had a wonderful time.
Jill knows her stuff!
Robert B,
Jun 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a long day with lots of steps, but Jill made it look easy. She knew where to stop for best views. Non-stop information and stories provided with great insights, charm, and humor. Having the headsets made a HUGE difference.
Our tour guide was...
Kathleen L,
Jun 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide was excellent! He was knowledgable and very enthusiastic. He kept the tour moving at a great pace.
Incredible Tour and guide
Denise T,
Jun 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00OMG!!! Can’t say how great our tour was! The Tour Guy (don’t know his name) was incredible. It was not on our itinerary but yesterday was the Trouping the Colour parade for King Charles and we were taken to watch the parade. We saw King Charles & Camilla, William, Kate & the children and more! It was more than I could have imagined🩷 We also toured Westminster Abbey, The Tower of London and the Crown Jewels, a boat ride on the Thames and more! He was so knowledgeable and truly cared that we had a great time😊This was a tour of a lifetime and won’t be topped!
Very good tour! Excellent...
Gina T,
Jun 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very good tour! Excellent guide who filled us with knowledge about London’s history. Westminster Abbey would have been just another beautiful church without all of the guide’s information.
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