Private Royal Walk of London with a Local Expert

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2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Step into the grandeur of British royalty with a captivating private royal walking tour through London, led by a local expert guide. Begin your journey at the opulent Buckingham Palace, where you'll witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony on selected days. Stroll through St. James's Park - bypassing squirrels and parakeets as we go - to the historic St. James' Palace, and continue to Clarence House, the official residence of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Wander along The Mall, a ceremonial route rich with royal history, leading to the magnificent Horse Guards Parade where we can grab a photo with a King's Guard sitting on a Royal Horse! Hear the chimes of Big Ben, peruse the ever-controversial Houses of Parliament and conclude your tour at Westminster Abbey's exterior, the coronation site of British monarchs, as your private guide shares fascinating tales.

Please note that the Changing of the Guard ceremony is subject to adverse weather conditions and Palace scheduling.

What's Included

Private Local Expert Guide
All Taxes
Hidden Locations
Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your guide will reach out via text when they are in the hotel lobby and give you details on how to spot them.

OR
Meeting point
Trafalgar Square

Your guide will reach out via text to ensure a smooth meeting. They will be stood by the lions at the bottom of Nelson's Column.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Trafalgar Square

    The centre of the entire universe - or just the centre of London! This is our national square which is overflowing with hidden gems, quirky stories and an inevitable buzz as travellers from far and wide gather to take their selfies in front of Nelson's Column or his famous lions!

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

    Say cheese as we pose next to some Royal Horseguards mounted on horseback. This is the traditional entrance to the Royal Estate and is still guarded heavily by these opulent soldiers. This is the closest we can get to a real King's Guard so camera's at the ready!

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    St. James's Palace

    The oldest Palace in the whole of London - your guide will uncover hidden stories about Henry VIII's fortress. A Changing of the Guard ceremony will also take place here on selected days.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Buckingham Palace

    Learn of the storied history of this world-renowned Royal Residence at the heart of Westminster. On selected days, Changing of the Guard will take place outside of the Palace grounds.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    St. James's Park

    Parakeets, Squirrels and Swans. This royal park is overflowing with wildlife and picturesque flowers as we saunter through the greenery and pass over the famous 'Blue Bridge'.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Westminster Abbey

    A church dating back some 1000 years, steeped in Royal History and pageantry. Learn of Royal Weddings - past and present - the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior and why there is a dead man trapped within the Abbey Walls just centimetres away from visitors!

    15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Big Ben

    A clock tower that needs no introduction. Discover why it is named 'Big Ben', the scandals of the Parliament building next door & how an evil plot threatened to blow up the entire building over 400 years ago.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Supplied by Ramble Tours & Experiences

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Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Nature Walks
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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