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Changing of the Guard Experience by Buckingham Palace

By City Wonders
8.2 out of 10
Very Good
Free cancellation available
Price is $19 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview
  • Guided Changing of the Guard tour with prime views
  • A quintessentially British tradition at Buckingham Palace
  • Expert commentary about the ceremony’s history & pageantry
  • Small group of 20 for easy movement and great photos
  • Headsets when appropriate, so that you can always hear your

Activity location

    • Buckingham Palace
    • London, GBR

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Duke of York Column 9 Carlton House Terrace
    • London, GBR

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Tour
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
  • Expert, English-speaking tour guide
  • Small groups of 20 people or fewer
  • Experience a Unique Changing of the Guard Tour
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:15am
Price details
$18.76 x 1 Adult$18.76

Total
Price is $18.76
Until Tue, Sep 30

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided tour of the Changing of The Guard
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Live tour commentary provided in English
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Headset for tour commentary
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Small groups of 20 people or fewer
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel pick-up & drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities (welcomed and appreciated)

Know before you book

  • Children 3 and younger are complimentary.
  • This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
  • This activity is unable to accommodate strollers and baby carriers.
  • The Changing of the Guard ceremony is subject to changes in date and time. If the full ceremony is cancelled due to rain, you will see a shorter "wet change," during which the guards march but without the usual music and parade and an extended Buckingham Palace tour will be given.
  • On Sundays, a slightly different version of the ceremony takes place, known as the "Sunday Parade".
  • Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour start time.

What you can expect

Experience a true British tradition on this fully guided Changing of the Guard tour. Many visitors mistakenly believe the best view is outside Buckingham Palace, only to realize—after hours of waiting—that they catch just the final moments, often obstructed by massive crowds.

With this expertly guided walking tour, you’ll follow your guide on a dynamic route that ensures you see the entire ceremony from the best vantage points. Your expert guide will bring the event to life, sharing fascinating insights into this centuries-old tradition. Equipped with personal headsets, you won’t miss a single detail as you take in the pomp and pageantry.

Watch the King’s Foot Guards march in perfect synchrony, their red tunics and bearskin hats making for an iconic spectacle.

With a small group of 20 or fewer, you’ll move easily between locations, capturing stunning photos along the way.

Location

Activity location

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    • Buckingham Palace
    • London, GBR

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Duke of York Column 9 Carlton House Terrace
    • London, GBR