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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
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!
Options
London: Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey & Big Ben Tour
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.
Reviews
580 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Buckingham palace, changing of the guard tour
Suzi D,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Will was great - enthusiastic and knowledgeable! He was patient with kids and willing to answer any questions.
The BEST way to tour London!!
Tonya G,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nathan was amazing!! Highly recommend!!
Perfect experience
leonardo a,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Perfect the trip was perfect understand all and the person on charge speaking perfect and know a lot history
Fantastic tour
7xanderc,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nathaniel was very knowledgeable and great with the whole group. Could not recommend him enough.
Best tour guide we’ve ever had.
Sandra M,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide was Amazing. Funny, knowledgeable, and entertaining. There were so many tourists taking tours but he found away to get close enough and escape the crowds.
Awesome Amanda
nadiatD1739XW,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amanda was phenomenal, very informative very knowledgeable. She was so easy to understand so easy to get along with she engaged with everybody. I travel with my family my two adult daughters and she had them engaged the entire time asking questions. She got our attention. She was fabulous. She gave me a new app appreciation for the history of London. It was awesome. I would’ve walked straight past many things that she pointed out and gave us interesting tips about them.
Nathaniel was AMAZING!
Shelly H,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an amazing walk around Westminster tour with our wonderful guide NATHANIEL. He was born and raised in London and made this tour so interesting with pop culture and historical facts. He knew his history of the monarchy just off the top of his head. You could tell he loves his home city. He gave us a break halfway thru the tour for a toilet and concession break. I did the tour with my 80 year old mother and we both loved every minute of it.
Fabulous Bucking Palace
P8786TYmarisal,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour with Ashley was fantastic! Although we walked over 10000 steps, Ashley diligently scoped out the best spots for us to view the full pageantry of the changing of the Guards at the impressive gates of Buckingham Palace. From there, with many historical facts and stories described in the most lively manner, he brought us to the Houses of Parlement, Downing Street and then to the Abbey and Big Ben. We were fortunate to have beautiful weather all along the way which made for great pictures of the sites. Ashley was also kind enough to suggest having lunch at a nearby pub called the Westminster Arms. Having a ticket for the Abbey, we were able to finish the tour on our own.
A lot of fun! Guise was...
Terry G,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A lot of fun! Guise was amazing and we were able to really learn what the sites were and the history behind it.
The best way to see the sites!
Laura S,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ash was a wonderful guide. We had our three teenagers with us and they also really enjoyed the tour. It was a great balance of walking around the city and also taking breaks to learn some historical facts. Three hours flew by and ended with our entrance to Westminster Abbey. I would highly recommend this instead of just walking by the sites. It was so helpful to have the information about each location as we passed by. Ash presented everything in a clear and engaging way that kept all of our attention. Thank you for a wonderful tour!
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