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Changing Of The Guard Private Black Cab Tour with Hotel Pick Up

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Description

Experience one of London’s most ionic traditions up close with our Changing of The Guard Tour. Start your day with a convenient hotel pick up in one of our classic black cabs and enjoy a comfortable ride through the city to Buckingham Palace. You arrive in time to witness the world famous Changing of The Guard ceremony a display of British pageantry at its finest. Watch as the Kings Guard dressed in their iconic red tunics and bareskin hats, march with precision to the sounds of a live military band. Our knowledgeable drivers will guide you to the best vantage points to share fascinating insights into the history and tradition behind this century old spectacle. After the ceremony take in the stunning surroundings of St James’s Park and the Royal architecture, before being whisked back to your hotel making this a hassle free and unforgettable London experience All of our tours can carry 6 passengers and are fully wheelchair accessible

Tour Options

4-Hour Changing of The Guard
  • Duration: 4 hours Pickup included
3-Hour Changing of The Guard
  • Duration: 3 hours Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission not included30 min

The Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace is a traditional and symbolic ceremony where one group of the King’s Guard hands over responsibility to a new group. Held in front of the palace, this iconic event involves a display of military precision, with soldiers in their famous red tunics and bearskin hats. Accompanied by a regimental band, the ceremony attracts thousands of visitors, showcasing British pageantry at its finest. The guards, though ceremonial, are fully operational soldiers, adding to the grandeur of this historic routine.

30 min

The Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace is a traditional and symbolic ceremony where one group of the Queen’s Guard hands over responsibility to a new group. Held in front of the palace, this iconic event involves a display of military precision, with soldiers in their famous red tunics and bearskin hats. Accompanied by a regimental band, the ceremony attracts thousands of visitors, showcasing British pageantry at its finest. The guards, though ceremonial, are fully operational soldiers, adding to the grandeur of this historic routine.

30 min

Marlborough House, located on the Mall in London, is a historic building with deep royal connections. Built in the early 18th century for the Duke of Marlborough, it later became a royal residence and served as the home of several members of the British royal family. Today, it houses the headquarters of the Commonwealth of Nations, playing an important role in international diplomacy. Its elegant design and historical significance make Marlborough House a notable landmark in London’s royal and political landscape.

30 min

The Mall is a grand, tree-lined ceremonial road in London, running from Trafalgar Square to Buckingham Palace. Designed in the early 20th century, it is known for its striking red surface, which resembles a giant red carpet, symbolizing its use for royal and state occasions. The Mall is often the focal point for major national events, such as royal processions, jubilees, and celebrations, making it a key part of British pageantry. Flanked by St. James’s Park and iconic buildings like Admiralty Arch, it is both a popular tourist route and a symbol of British tradition.

30 min

St James’s Park is the oldest of London’s Royal Parks, located in the heart of the city, near Buckingham Palace and The Mall. Originally created in the 16th century, it offers beautiful landscapes with a central lake, home to various waterfowl, including pelicans, which have been a feature since the 1600s. The park provides a tranquil green space amidst the bustling city, offering stunning views of landmarks like the London Eye and Horse Guards Parade. St James’s Park is also a popular spot for royal events and processions, blending natural beauty with British history.

Highlights

Private transportation
Private tour
Hotel pick up and drop off in central London
Private tour guide

What's included

Included
Private transportation
Private tour
Hotel pick up and drop off in central London
Private tour guide
Not included
Heathrow airport hotel pick up and drop off
Food and drink
Attraction tickets
Gratuities

Pickup Locations & Times

We will pick you up and drop you off from and central London location

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(1)

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samia_g
June 25, 2025
Lee is excellent!

Lee was our tour guide, he was excellent. Engaging with the children knew the area very well, inside and out and do the best spots to go to for the best fuse. He catered the tour to our goals and gave us lots of options. He was great with the children, kept things moving, was easy to talk with and being a lifelong Londoner was a great source of information. We liked him so much we booked him for a last-minute tour a couple of days later

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