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EXPERIENCE A UNIQUE CHANGING OF THE GUARDS TOUR! Let your guides find the best places to see the King's Guard change and march. Dont follow the crowds, join us and get Insta-ready photo.
Don’t miss out on this most famous traditional royal ceremony- a must see when you visit London! Dating back to the reign of King Henry VII, and performed at Buckingham Palace since Queen Victoria took up residence in 1837, the world famous Changing of the Guard ceremony is performed to handover the responsibility for protecting both Buckingham Palace and St James’ Palace – the Queen’s Guard passes the duty of protecting the Palace to the New Guard. With an expert on the history and royal traditions leading the way, you will receive invaluable insight into every detail of this great British performance. Join us on this unique experience of British tradition and royal pageantry that lets you experience the secrets of the whole ceremony in all its glory!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet outside the station next to the Clermont Hotel
Itinerary
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1Buckingham Palace
The world famous Changing of the Guard ceremony is performed to handover the responsibility for protecting both Buckingham Palace and St James’ Palace – the Queen’s Guard passes the duty of protecting the Palace to the New Guard. Most people make the same mistake and think best spot to experience this time-honored tradition is at the front of the gates of Buckingham Palace. However we know different..why wait there for hours only to see the very end of this unique ceremony, with views often blocked by the crowds of people around you? With your specialist walking tour you’ll Follow your guide on an adventure that takes in the entire Changing of the Guard experience. With an expert on the history and royal traditions leading the way, you will receive invaluable insight into every detail of this great British performance.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
2St. James's Park
Be toured round St James Park and learn about its history and secrets
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3St. James's Palace
See the guards as they change and enjoy the pageantry of the royal band
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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