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‘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!
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
Reviews
363 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour with Ashley
Charlotte C,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Lots of walking, but at a slower pace. Nice stop in the middle for restrooms and snacks. Touring Westminster Abbey at the end was fantastic.
I'd call the tour Changing of the Guard, Westminster Abbey and Five Hours on Your Feett
Mary L,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour highlighted fascinating British royal history against a backdrop of the changing of the Guards. Will, our guide, told historical and sometimes hysterical stories, entertaining us all. He was wonderful! As we moved around Buckingham Palace grounds., we saw regiments of the various countries that had been under British rule create a parade and sometimes pagentry. I expectated less Changing of the Guard and entrance to the palace, but that was my mistake. Westminster Abbey was as much amazing or the monuments and statues as it was for the bodies buried there..
Our tour guide Will was...
Oren S,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide Will was excellent and well informed He had a good sense of humor. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour
Buckingham palace changing of the guard
Michele S,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00The guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. Glad we did the tour and did another tour with Viator in London and also Copenhagen.
This was a great tour and...
Frank M,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a great tour and our guide Ash was very knowledgeable and made the tour. He was awesome. I highly recommend this tour!
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