London: Changing of the Guard Tour by Buckingham Palace

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About the activity

See British tradition come to life on this fully guided Changing of the Guard Walking Tour to ensure you get the best views of this spectacular ceremony.

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Live guiding

English
Duration

1.5-3.5 hours
Includes
- English Speaking Expert Guide
- Headsets to always hear your guide
- Best vantage points and insights thanks to your guide
- Small Group of 20 people or less
- Gratuities
- Entrance to Buckingham Palace

Highlights & Description

Highlights

Marvel at the rhythm and precision of the march of the King’s foot guards
Experience a quintessential London tradition at Buckingham Palace
Navigate the crowds with the help of a guide to get to the best viewing points

Description

See the Changing of the Guard ceremony clearly from a crowd-free vantage point during this guided walking tour in London. Experience a quintessential London tradition with a guide leading the way.
Don’t make the same mistake that many visitors so often and understandably make, believing the prime vantage point to experience this time-honored tradition is from outside Buckingham Palace.

Spectators' enthusiasm quickly turns to disappointment when they realize, after waiting for hours, only to see the end of this unique performance, their view is often blocked by a throng of crowds.

Instead, follow your guide on a dynamic journey that will take you through the entire Changing of the Guard from beginning to end. Your guide will navigate the crowds taking you to the best and most photographable viewpoints.

With an expert on the history of this ceremony, you'll be given invaluable insight and knowledge into every detail of this British spectacle. Use your own personal headset to easily follow your guide’s commentary and fully take in the splendor parading past you.

Marvel at the precision that the King’s foot guards march to Buckingham Palace, clad in their iconic red tunics and bearskin hats.

Good to know before you go

The Changing of the Guard ceremony is subject to changes in date, time and cancellation at the discretion of British authorities. Cancellation due to bad weather is not announced before 11am. Even when cancelled, customers will still see a ‘wet change’ during which the guards march but without the usual music and parade
Please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either foot guards or horse guards
On Sundays, a slightly different version of the ceremony takes place, known as the "Sunday Parade".
Regretfully, guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance cannot be accommodated – the tour operator is also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on group tours

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