Combi Ticket: Westminster Walking Tour, River Cruise & The Shard
Description
Go on the BEST VIEWS LONDON TOUR! This Combi tour includes : 1. Three hour Westminster Walking Tour : See 20+ amazing & iconic London Sights 2. River Cruise Ticket (From Westminster to the Tower of London) 3.Tickets for The Shard! We start in Green Park and head to Buckingham Palace where we will witness the Changing of the Guard Ceremony (daily in June & July, otherwise only on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays). After this impressive ritual we then walk through the main streets of Westminster, passing amazing buildings, statues & sights including Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Parliament Square, the Houses of Parliament and much more! You will then take a River Cruise along the River Thames from Westminster to Bankside Pier, passing the London Eye, Tate Modern, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre and other landmarks. Finally, prepare yourselves for a long elevator ride to the top of the Shard where you will enjoy epic 360 degree views of London!
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After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace. On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot! Afterward, walk along the Royal Mall.
Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.
Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!
Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This is home to many grand buildings and monuments, as well as Downing Street where British Prime Ministers have lived and worked since 1735!
At Parliament Square, you’ll see the incredible Palace of Westminster (home to the Houses of Parliament) and the iconic Big Ben clock up close, as well as views of the London Eye and Churchill Statue.
Continue to nearby Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned!
Next, enjoy a scenic cruise along the River Thames from Westminster to Bankside Pier, gliding under Blackfriars and Millennium Bridges and taking in iconic sights like the London Eye, Tate Modern, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, and more.
Then, ride to the top of the Shard where you will enjoy epic 360-degree views of London!
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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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Guard Change is on Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun at 10 AM, but the schedule is set by the British Army and may change without notice
Reviews(4)
This was such a WONDERFUL experience. The tour guide was so AWESOME with an incredible knowledge with a little humor that we loved!!!
Tanya was the best tour guide!! She really is great at what she does. So informative and entertaining. Let us get the best views of everything and get plenty of photo ops. As someone solo traveling, she did not mind being my photographer which I was so grateful for. She really made my first experience in London great. Would recommend to anyone!!
Giles was a great tour guide. We all enjoyed the day very much. Timings were perfect for the ferry and the shard. Thank you …
