Royal London: Private Half-Day Tour with Horse Guards Parade
Description
On your tour, your guide will reveal the secrets of the power and politics of Westminster, while seeing some of the most popular landmarks. Learn all about the Houses of Parliament, the supreme legislative body of the United Kingdom, and be inspired by its mighty history. Amble through the fabulous gardens and sights of St James's Park and have the opportunity to see the Changing of the Guard in front of magnificent Buckingham Palace, the official London residence of the UK’s sovereigns since 1837. Please note: that the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace happens on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, but can be subject to change and weather conditions. On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays you will see the changing of the Horseguards at Horse Guards Parade on Whitehall. Your tour finishes with a walk through Trafalgar Square, where your guide will show you the best places to grab a bite to eat in the area or direct you to some of the world's most famous artwork.
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Itinerary
Explore London’s most popular sites on this Royal London half-day tour, including spectacular parks, royal sites in Westminster.
Walk by the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, an iconic symbol of London.
See Buckingham Palace from the outside as you learn more about Royal History.
Explore St James's Park, the oldest Royal Park created for sport-loving Henry VIII and a once-famous duelling venue.
Walk around the Mall, St. James's Palace, and Horse Guards Parade.
Finish your tour at Trafalgar Square, home to the iconic Nelson's Column, the National Gallery, and the National Portrait Gallery.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(4)
We met our guide, Ann Marie by Westminster Abbey for our private tour. She was wonderful. Very knowledgeable about British royal history with lots of royal tidbits from the 1200's to present day. She also knew from what vantage points to take the best photos. Our 3 1/2 hour tour seemed to be over in a flash. My only regret was that the tour did not include admittance to Westminster Abbey or Buckingham Palace. But we'll definitely do that the next time we're in town!
Maria was fabulous. She was passionate about London since she is a native. She knew so much & took us to some hidden gems. She was fun , thoughtful & professional. We had a wonderful time & learned so much. If we come back she will be who we contact to take us.
The tour was amazing. We wished it could have been longer! We saw and learned so much thanks to our amazing tour guide, Rob. Not only did he prove his credibility as a historian but also kept us entertained! He is the nicest man and never made us feel intimidated to ask questions or follow-up questions regarding the royal history. It honestly didn’t feel like three hours because of how captivating it all was. We will absolutely be doing this again & hope to see Rob as well. In the meantime, hope all is well!
Dear Marilyn, Rob will be overjoyed to hear your kind words. Thank you for choosing us to be part of your adventure! we're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience during your time with us. It's wonderful to know that Rob's entertaining and approachable guiding style left a lasting impression on you. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures with Rob soon!
A great personalized tour just my wife and I guided by Phil, a retired history teacher. Met at Westminster Abbey and walked around this area of London including Buckingham Palace and center of London. We learned so much and Phil was able to answer all of our questions. It helped that we had beautiful weather also. I highly recommend asking for Phil or taking the tour if you want to know about the history while visiting the city.
