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Buckingham Palace Entry & Changing of the Guard Tour

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About the activity

Experience Buckingham Palace during its limited annual opening. Watch the Changing of the Foot or Horse Guards with an expert guide, then explore the magnificent State Rooms at your own pace.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
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  • Skip the line
    Get priority entry.
  • Live guiding
    English
  • Duration
    2.5 hours
  • Includes
    • Expert English-speaking guide for the Changing of the Guard walking tour
    • Prime viewing of the Changing of the Foot Guards (Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun) or Horse Guards (Tue/Thu/Sat), subject to the official schedule
    • Pre-reserved entry to Buckingham Palace State Rooms
    • Official Buckingham Palace audio guide (available in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Russian and Brazilian Portuguese)
    • Insider commentary on Britain's royal history and traditions
    • Free time to explore Buckingham Palace at your own pace
    • Audio headsets (when required) to hear your guide clearly
    • Gratuities (optional)
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Secure entry to Buckingham Palace during its limited annual opening
  • Watch the iconic Changing of the Foot or Horse Guards with an expert guide
  • Explore Buckingham Palace's magnificent State Rooms
  • Admire treasures from the Royal Collection, including Sèvres porcelain
  • Discover Britain's royal history and traditions with an expert guide

Description

Experience two of London's most iconic royal traditions in one unforgettable tour. Watch the famous Changing of the Guard with an expert guide before stepping inside Buckingham Palace's magnificent State Rooms, open to visitors for only a limited period each year.

Begin with a guided walk through the heart of Royal London as your guide shares fascinating stories of Britain's monarchy, royal traditions, and historic landmarks. Then, enjoy prime viewing of the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Depending on the official schedule, you'll witness either the Changing of the Foot Guards or the Changing of the Horse Guards, each showcasing centuries of military precision and pageantry.

After the ceremony, enter Buckingham Palace with your pre-reserved ticket and explore at your own pace using the official audio guide. Wander through the spectacular State Rooms, adorned with glittering chandeliers, priceless artworks, and elegant furnishings still used today for royal receptions and state occasions.

Along the way, admire highlights from the Royal Collection, including exquisite Sèvres porcelain and some of the world's finest English and French furniture, while discovering the stories behind the Palace, its history, and the Royal Family.

Good to know before you go
  • The Changing of the Guards is subject to changes in date, time and cancellation at the discretion of British authorities. Cancellation due to bad weather or other circumstances is not announced before the morning of the ceremony. When this occurs, you will be provided with a walking tour of Westminster city instead.
  • There is no Changing of the Foot Guards on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday so you'll be provided with a Walking Tour of Westminster City. You may be able to see the Changing of the Horse Guards at Horse Guards parade but that's not guaranteed.
  • On Sundays, a slightly different version of the ceremony takes place, known as the "Sunday Parade".
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Changing of the Guard Tour & Buckingham Palace Entry Ticket

Changing of the Horse Guards & Buckingham Palace Entry

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What does the 'skip the line' ticket mean?
'Skip the line' tickets provide the fastest possible entry with no or very little queuing.
4. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    15-99 years
  • Children
    5-14 years
  • Infants
    0-4 years
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