Visit The Houses of Parliament & 3 Hour Private Westminster Tour

5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 6 more

This is a 3-hour private walking tour where you will see the very best sights of Westminster before entering the spectacular Palace of Westminster – home to the UK Parliament and with over 1000 years of history!

We start in Green Park & then head to Westminster. Along the way, your local London guide will show you sights including Buckingham Palace, Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, The London Eye and Parliament Square. During June and July, you can even see the Changing of the Guard (10am tour & certain days only)!

After your walking tour, you’ll enter the famous Palace of Westminster – home to the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. This is where Britain’s biggest decisions have been made for centuries!

The multimedia guide contains both audio commentary and video content in a range of languages to choose from, allowing you to go at your own pace for 90 minutes to explore this historic palace.

What's Included

Admission to Palace of Westminster & audio guide
Private Tour
Top Westminster sights Walking Tour (3 hours)
Fun Local Guide
Food and snacks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Umbrella (if it's raining)
Camera (for all the photos you’ll be taking)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
The Ritz London

•⁠ ⁠We meet outside of the Ritz hotel (Address: 150 Piccadilly) •⁠ ⁠Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs •⁠ ⁠The nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station

End point
Palace of Westminster

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Buckingham Palace

    After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace. On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot! Afterward, walk along the Royal Mall.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Trafalgar Square

    Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

    Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Whitehall

    Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This is home to many grand buildings and monuments, as well as Downing Street where British Prime Ministers have lived and worked since 1735!

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Parliament Square

    At Parliament Square, you’ll see the incredible Palace of Westminster (home to the Houses of Parliament) and the iconic Big Ben clock up close, as well as views of the London Eye and Churchill Statue.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Westminster Abbey

    Continue to nearby Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned!

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Houses of Parliament

    After the walking tour, enter the Houses of Parliament and explore at your own pace with a multi-language audio guide!

    2 hours Admission ticket included

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
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Top Sights Tours Group LLC

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Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

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