London Tour with Changing of the Guard & Westminster Abbey
Description
We will see over 20 of London’s most iconic sights in a 3-hour historic walking tour! After the walking tour : Visit Westminster Abbey. Since the coronation of William the Conqueror in 1066, all coronations of English and British monarchs have been in Westminster Abbey. There have been 16 royal weddings at the abbey since 1100. Enter the Abbey and inhale the air of royalty! Before entering the Abbey, your historic walking tour takes you through London’s best known area, Westminster, with a friendly expert guide. We start in Green Park & then head to Westminster. Sights we’ll see along the way include Buckingham Palace (Changing of the Guard), Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Parliament Square, the Houses of Parliament (Westminster Palace) Come and join us on the best London walking tour, to see the best sights in London, with some of the best London tour guides! Please note: The Changing of the Guard Ceremony is only for the 10am tour and on certain days.
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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 Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned! We'll pre-book your entry tickets for after the walking tour, so no need to join the long ticket line! Once inside, explore at your own pace with the help of a free audio guide (available in multiple languages)
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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(3)
I really enjoyed the tour as it was informative and entertaining particularly Benedict. He kept everything lively!!
Found this tour a waste of time, advertised small group, had over 25 people. No head sets supplied, very hard to hear the guide. Learnt very little.
Joanne, our guide was fantastic. Her knowledge was surpassed only by her personality. She was fun to spend the day with. I can’t say enough about her upbeat personality. She is just a real person who talks to you rather than at you. She knows how to position you for just the right timing as to not miss a thing.
