Private Tour of Westminster Abbey and Changing of the Guard

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Westminster Abbey

  Westminster Abbey is not only a true piece of history but also a working church which has witnessed many special services - most recently the funeral service for HM Queen Elizabeth II, the wedding of Prince William and Kate, the coronation of multiple Kings and Queens, the visit of Dalai Lama and many other services and events. Find out about thousands of people buried in Westminster Abbey - Kings, Queens, poets, scientists, clock makers, engineers, physicians, composers – the list goes on. On this exclusive tour you’ll hear about the magic of Royal Coronations, see the coronation chair and walk in the footsteps of Kings and Queens!

  2 hours • Admission ticket included
• 2
  St. James's Park

  St James’s Park is definitely a favourite to many Londoners and visitors. You can feel as if you are in the countryside without even leaving London! Lots of fun for kids and adults with the park’s residents – swans, white and black, herons, a huge variety of ducks and geese, parrots and squirrels. For all garden lovers the park offers a beautiful fiesta of colours and aromas!

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Buckingham Palace

  Buckingham Palace is on the ‘must see’ list to every tourist visiting London. The Headquarters of the Monarchy never fails to impress the tourists. If we are lucky, we can see the Change of Guard Ceremony – soldiers in red tunics, pomp and music, ceremony and traditions. Let’s get closer to the glamorous gates covered in regal decorations, lets spot the balcony famous for the Royal appearances and celebrations. (Pass by)

  10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 4
  Changing of the Guard

  Step into the grandeur of history with Changing of the Guard ceremony, a spellbinding journey that unveils the meticulous choreography and timeless tradition of this ceremonial event. Please note we can not guarantee the ceremony of the Changing of the Guard will be held on the day. There is no advance information whether the ceremony will take place or not. If we are lucky we'll enjoy the ceremony but if it does not happen on the day, this will be replaced with a walk around the Royal residences - Buckingham Palace, Clarence House, St James's Palace. Please note we can not guarantee the ceremony of the Changing of the Guard will be held on the day. There is no advance information whether the ceremony will take place or not. If we are lucky we'll enjoy the ceremony but if it does not happen on the day, this will be replaced with a walk around the Royal residences - Buckingham Palace, Clarence House, St James's Palace.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

  Ceremonial parade ground used for royal parades and ceremonies including the monarch’s official birthday. This is a great stop to take a photo with the soldiers from the Household Cavalry guarding on horseback.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Trafalgar Square

  Trafalgar Square is the heart of London - one of the most beautiful open spaces not only in London, but also in the world. The square was laid out to celebrate the victory of Lord Nelson at the Battle of Trafalgar and today this is where people gather to celebrate, to mark important events or just to relax and admire the view! Trafalgar Square is the home of Nelson's column, stunning water fountains and the National Gallery.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Wheelchair accessible

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