Buckingham Palace Visit & Changing of the Guard Walking Tour

Tour Overview

Experience British royal history with the Changing of the Guard and Buckingham Palace visit. Explore centuries of tradition, grandeur, and spectacle for an unforgettable glimpse into royal life.

Experience the best of British tradition with this exceptional tour, featuring a guided visit to the Changing of the Guard ceremony followed by a self-guided exploration of Buckingham Palace.

Start your day with one of London’s most iconic events—the Changing of the Guard. Watch as the Old Guard ceremoniously hands over duty to the New Guard in a display of precision and pageantry. Dressed in red uniforms and tall bearskin hats, the Guards march in time to music, creating a memorable spectacle. Your guide will help you secure the best vantage points and explain the significance of each part of the ceremony.

Afterward, immerse yourself in the opulence of Buckingham Palace with a self-guided tour of the State Rooms. Explore the official home of the British monarch, marveling at royal gifts, spectacular furnishings, and priceless artworks. Don’t miss the 16-hectare Palace Gardens, once the site of Her Majesty’s famous tea parties.

What's Included

Entrance tickets to Buckingham Palace
Guided Changing of the Guard experience
English Speaking local expert guide
Audio guide for Buckingham Palace

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Food, drink or transport costs

Your Itinerary

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Join us as we serve a slice of world-famous ceremonial action with this small-group Changing of the Guards experience.

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Built on the site of an old leper hospital, did you know that St James’s is the oldest royal palace in the whole of the UK? Take in this beauty, still the official royal residence today. Visiting outside

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Clarence House serves as the London residence of King Charles III and Queen Camilla

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No guides are allowed to talk within the walls of the palace but fear not, after setting the scene for this unforgettable visit with anecdotes and stories of their own, your expert guide will see you off into the palace for a self-guided audio tour to be enjoyed at your own pace. Take up this invitation to get a rare glimpse into life at this nationally cherished palace as you tour the opulent State Rooms and marvel at gifts from Heads of State, spectacular furnishings and artworks, all brought to life by the official Palace Audio Tour. Don’t forget to stop by the 16-hectare Palace Gardens. With the palace being open to the public for just two months a year in August & September, tickets are always in high demand for this unforgettable experience Self-guided audio tour.