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London: Westminster Abbey, Big Ben & Changing of the Guards Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

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Let us take you on a journey through the heart of London with our exclusive royal walking tour. Join our small group and embark on a captivating exploration led by our incredibly knowledgeable Blue Badge certified guide through Parliament Square, past Downing Street, and into the scenic paths of St. James's Park.

Your guide will lead you to the perfect vantage point to witness the iconic Changing of the Guards or Horse Guards ceremony at Buckingham Palace. Watch as the Queen's Guard march in their red uniforms and bearskin hats.

Next, skip the long ticket lines at Westminster Abbey, Britain's most renowned church. As you tour the hallowed halls of this storied venue of royal weddings, funerals, and coronations spanning centuries, prepare to be awestruck by its beauty and significance. This is more than just a tour; it's a truly royal experience, curated to provide you with unforgettable memories and a deep appreciation for London's illustrious heritage.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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.

Guests with wheelchairs or walking impairments that require special assistance cannot be accommodated on group tours. The activity provider cannot accommodate strollers or baby carriages.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

1

10 Downing Street

Exterior Visit on Downing Street Walk past the famous black door of Number 10 Downing Street, home to Britain's Prime Minister since 1735. Your guide shares stories of political power and the armed guards who protect this iconic address.

Admission Not Applicable
2

St. James's Park

Walk Through St James Park on Your Way to Buckingham Palace Enter London's oldest royal park, where pelicans glide across the lake. Follow tree-lined paths as you make your way toward Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the British monarch since 1837.

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Skip the Line Entry Tickets to Westminster Abbey

Small Group of Maximum 20!

Guided Tour of Westminster Abbey

Witness the Changing of the Guard (or Horse Guard) Ceremony

Fun, English-Speaking Guide

Headsets (10+ people)

Hotel Pick Up / Drop Off

Entry into Buckingham Palace & Big Ben

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London: Westminster Abbey, Big Ben & Changing of the Guards Tour

Reviews

4.46

361 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • London vacation

    Discover47755186262,Apr 27, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Really enjoyed it. It was very informative

  • Westminster, Big Ben

    U8087RNamandal,Apr 25, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Andrew D. was our guide. He was knowledgeable and funny. He worked around all the closures of roads due to the marathon to ensure we got a great tour. We truly enjoyed the day!

  • Guard, Buckingham, and Abbey

    James W,Apr 25, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    4.00

    Our guide was excellent. Unfortunately, because of the marathon, there was no changing of the guard. Also, could not get to Buckingham. Lots.if extra walking for nothing. But the guide was excellent in the Abbey.

  • Changing of the guards is...

    Angela c,Apr 24, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Changing of the guards is subject to be cancelled based on what may be going on in the area, but still a very worth while visit.

  • Awesome

    Jerry d,Apr 24, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Andrew our guide was awesome, highly recommend this tour, one caution is there is a lot of walking. But it is worth it.

  • Great London Tour

    Richard S,Apr 23, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Wear good walking shoes. You cover a large area. Changing of the Guards and Westminster Abbey was more than I had expected.

  • An unforgettable experience at The Abbey

    Allyson S,Apr 22, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    We were able to see so much more than we thought we were getting during our original booking. Our guide was able to walk us past the horse guards, and outside the palace while King Charles was in residence. Our guide Ariana was very knowledgeable and very accommodating, as she often tried to get our tour group to the front of the lines for specific viewings of different things occurring around town. Her knowledge of Britain’s History was very impressive and she had great interaction with the group. Walking inside of Westminster was absolutely beautiful and I’m so glad I was able to attend this tour. I recommend to everyone. 10/10 experience!

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  • Very nice tour

    odettelago,Apr 20, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Adrián our tour guide was very knowledgeable and attentive ! We saw all the landmarks included in the tour and some additional places.

  • Family visit

    larabF4476PQ,Apr 20, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Andrew was really great and very kind!!

  • Unfortunate

    Virginia S,Apr 19, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    2.00

    Unfortunately, our tour was canceled by the value company because they had overbooked this group. These are only shot at St. Louis so I don’t have anything to report on.

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