London: Buckingham Palace & Big Ben (& Westminster Abbey entry)
Overview
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5 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore London’s top 20 world famous landmarks on a 3 hour walking tour then visit Westminster Abbey
One of the United Kingdom's most notable religious buildings and the traditional place of coronation and burial site for the English Monarchy.
Start with a walking tour of the history, culture, and legends of one of Europe’s best-loved cities.
Head through Green Park to Buckingham Palace, watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony (certain days). Head to Westminster, see Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament.
Then, head to Westminster Abbey. Since the coronation of William the Conqueror in 1066, all coronations of English and British monarchs have been in Westminster Abbey.
Please note: The Changing of the Guard happens Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun only - 10am tour
We will not accompany you into the Abbey
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This 3-hour walking tour. See “What to Expect” for full route details.
What To Expect
Buckingham Palace
After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace. On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot! Afterward, walk along the Royal Mall.
Trafalgar Square
Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.
Options
Churchill War Rooms Ticket
Add a Churchill War Room Ticket After visiting the Abbey, walk across the road to the Churchill War Rooms Duration: 7 hours: Adding the Churchill War Rooms ticket extends the total tour duration to approximately 7 hours.
London: Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey & Big Ben Tour
What‘s Included
Westminster Abbey Entrance Ticket
Walking tour of the Top 20 sights of Westminster
Local Fun Guide
Food and drinks (please bring your own drinks & packed lunch)
Hotel pickup and drop-off : please meet us at the starting point
Umbrella if it looks like rain!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
699 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I highly recommend this tour.
Carmen B,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide Chris was great.
This was an amazing tour....
Rosa M,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an amazing tour. A must see and do. Got us close to change of guard and the Abbey was absolutely fascinating. Did not feel rushed and Adh was very knowledgeable about history. Would definitely recommend.
Nathaniel was amazing!...
Randall R,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Nathaniel was amazing! Saw so much and learned a great deal about London that would have never happened had we not taken the tour. Great tour guide!
Great tour !
A1590UBcarlas,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chris “handsome” was a great tour guide! Knowledgeable and really made it fun!
Great tour by Ash....
Marco R,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour by Ash. Pleasant stroll around Westminster, Green Park, and Buckingham Paiace. Fantastic timing for change of the guard.
Great London City tour
alejandro g,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Jack was a great tour guide, took us through exactly what the tour was supposed to be. Very knowledgeable, entertaining and generous and helpful
Guide cancelled our tour as Westminister abbey would close at 12pm and we could not do both guard changing and abbey.y
stephenciancarelli,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Tour operator knew of changes to itinerary night before and did not onform us until arrival next day.
A huge thank you to Jack...
Leebee1971,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A huge thank you to Jack for an amazing tour of London! We were fortunate enough to visit during the King's Birthday Celebration, which meant the city was especially crowded and busy. Despite the large crowds and road closures, Jack expertly navigated us through London, making sure we saw all the iconic sights while sharing fascinating history and stories along the way. His knowledge, organization, and enthusiasm made the experience enjoyable from start to finish. We never felt rushed or overwhelmed, and his ability to adapt to the day's challenges was truly impressive. Thanks to Jack, we were able to experience London at its very best during a once-in-a-lifetime celebration. We highly recommend him to anyone looking for a memorable and informative tour of this incredible city!
Great walking tour for London Highlights
Passenger787123,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed this walking tour. Our tour guide, Henry, was excellent. So knowledgeable, friendly and very good at getting us a great view of different sites.
What a wonderful tour! We...
Tracey Z,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a wonderful tour! We were in London for a day and this tour allowed us to see many things we wanted to and we learned a lot. It was a great group and our guide, Ash, was knowledgeable, kind, and funny. Thank you, Ash!
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