15 Changing of the Guard Tours in London to Build a Day Around

1.Buckingham Palace & Changing of the Guard Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,971 reviews · 2 hours · from $26Our pick

Spend two hours with an English or French guide around Green Park, St. James’s Palace, Clarence House, Buckingham Palace, Whitehall, and Westminster. You’ll learn royal stories and watch the Horse Guards daily, with the Foot Guards on select days. Guides include Joanne, Angie, Chris, Jude, Tim, and Sandra.

“It was really good, sadly the changing cerenomy was cancelled because of the weather but the guide handled it perfectly and show us historical buildings and shared a lot of stories with us about them indtead. Overally it was a good experience and I didn’t regret booking it.”

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2.Changing of The Guard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,510 reviews · 2 hours · from $15Best value

Join an English-speaking guide such as Babs, Nathan, Jo, Chris, or Alex for a two-hour walk from Waterloo Place to Buckingham Palace. Follow the guards, learn the meaning behind their uniforms and movements, and see the ceremony from several carefully chosen viewpoints.

“Excellent tour with Babs! Perfect placements for seeing Changing of Guards. She was very knowledgeable and had great stories and information.”

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3.Buckingham Palace Entry & Changing of the Guard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,221 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $97

Begin at the Duke of York Column with a live English-speaking guide, then watch the Changing of the Guard from carefully chosen viewpoints before entering Buckingham Palace. Inside, an official audio guide explains the State Rooms, royal furnishings, Sèvres porcelain, and Royal Collection treasures.

“There was nothing about this tour that could be improved. Michael was a fantastic, knowledgeable and entertaining guide.”

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4.Westminster and Changing of the Guard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,171 reviews · from $24

Follow an English-speaking guide from Green Park past Buckingham Palace, St James’s Park, Westminster Abbey, 10 Downing Street, and Horse Guards Parade. Guides such as Harry, John, Peter, and Alan are praised for securing good viewing spots and adding lively royal and political history.

“John was a fantastic tour guide - he was very engaging and we learned so much and thoroughly enjoyed the two hour experience. He was especially brilliant with my young daughter who is just 6.”

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5.Changing of the Guard Tour by Buckingham Palace

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,655 reviews · 90 minutes - 4 hours · from $18

Meet by the Duke of York Monument and follow an English-speaking guide through the Changing of the Guard, from marching foot guards to Buckingham Palace. Guides such as Louise, Natalie, Angie, and Ian add royal stories while headsets help you keep up. Optional tickets cover the Royal Mews or King’s Gallery.

“Excellent, Louise has a wealth of knowledge and experience”

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6.Buckingham Palace & Changing of the Guard Experience

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 495 reviews · 2 hours · from $23

Walk from Green Park to Buckingham Palace with an English-speaking guide, hear stories of royal guards and palace history, and watch the Changing of the Guard when scheduled. Guides such as Joe and Philopmena are praised for clear explanations and well-timed viewing positions.

“Marcia our guide was excellent, very knowledgeable loved the experience. Thank you.”

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7.Changing of the Guard Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 451 reviews · 2 hours · from $26

Start at Piccadilly Circus and follow the guards along the Mall to Buckingham Palace. Your English-speaking guide, such as Paul, Angie, or Alex G, explains the ceremony, positions you for strong views, and helps you march beside the soldiers for about four minutes.

“It was brillant, can’t think of anything to improve”

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8.Royalty Walking Tour with Changing of The Guard

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 187 reviews · 3 hours · from $33

Join an English-speaking guide such as Benedict, Amanda, or Christopher for a three-hour walk from Green Park to Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, and Parliament Square. The 10am tour on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, or Sunday includes Changing of the Guard when the ceremony runs.

“Polly was great , she was fun and knowledgeable and ready to help . She even managed to get my boys interested! Maria Schembri , Ray , Nathan and Sean”

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9.Changing of the Guard Experience in London

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 113 reviews · 2 hours · from $26

Meet your French-speaking guide in Green Park for a two-hour walk through St. James’s Park, past Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament, ending at Big Ben and Westminster Abbey. You’ll see the Changing of the Guard when scheduled, or a smaller horse-changing ceremony on other dates.

“super activité guide au top, je recommande. J'ai déjà fait beaucoup de pays mais Meilleur guide de tous les temps”

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10.Tower of London & Changing of the Guard Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 92 reviews · from $113

Start at the Tower of London, with optional early entry for the opening ceremony and Crown Jewels. Then take a 30-minute Thames boat ride before walking to Buckingham Palace or Horse Guards Parade for the changing of the guard. Guides such as Louise, Jo, and Nathan are praised for clear stories and smart positioning.

“Amber was great. She had lots of knowledge and interesting facts for us. Her enthusiasm for the tasks at hand was infectious”

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11.Tower of London, Thames Boat & Changing of the Guard

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 89 reviews · from $113

Start at the Tower of London with early entry and, if selected, the Beefeaters’ opening ceremony. See the Crown Jewels before the main crowds, cruise the Thames for 30 minutes, then choose the Changing of the Guard or a Westminster walking tour. Guides such as Louise, Lee, Rob, and Natalie bring the history to life.

“This tour was very good. We loved our tour guide, Louise. She was fun and knowledgeable. She also made sure everyone was there, which I have now come to realize doesn’t happen with every tour. Being able to go in the tower before everyone else was special. We were in a small group and it felt very personal. The Beefeater was very friendly and nice and we could ask him questions. Getting into see the Crown Jewels was also key as the crowds that soon descended were crazy. Highly recommend!!!”

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12.Changing of the Guard Experience and Landmarks Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 73 reviews · 2 hours · from $28

Meet Barry, Morgane, or another multilingual guide at Green Park Station for a two-hour walk to Big Ben. See Buckingham Palace, St James’s Palace, Westminster Abbey, Parliament Square, and the Changing of the Guard, with stories, photos, and a few well-chosen surprises.

“Barry et son épouse ont été très sympas, intéressants et avec de l’humour 😃”

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13.London’s Royal Family and Changing of the Guard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 41 reviews · 2 hours · from $31

Follow a local guide from Green Park past Spencer House, Clarence House, Buckingham Palace, St. James’s Palace, and Horse Guards Parade. Guide Tim is praised for lively facts and interactive discussion. The tour runs in English or French, rain or shine, and includes the guard ceremony.

“Our guide was amazing! We had the best time!!!!”

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14.Changing of the Guard Tour at Buckingham Palace

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 40 reviews · 2 hours · from $18

Join an English-speaking guide, including Rahel on some departures, for a two-hour walk from Victoria Palace Theatre to Horse Guards Parade. Follow the Old Guard, New Guard, Household Cavalry, and band while seeing Buckingham Palace, St James’s Palace, Clarence House, The Mall, and St James’s Park.

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15.Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 34 reviews · 2 hours · from $26

Join Alan and his team for a two-hour English walking tour of the Changing of the Guard. Follow the Guards between Buckingham Palace and St James’s Palace, learn the meaning behind their uniforms and music, and reach well-placed viewing spots before the crowds gather.

“Unser Guide - ein wahrhafter Profi - perfekt - ein 3fach Hoch an Alan”

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