Guided tour

March with the Guards: Changing of the Guard Ceremony

4.3 / 5

10 reviews

Activity provider: Walks - UK
Guided tour

March with the Guards: Changing of the Guard Ceremony

Activity provider: Walks - UK

From US$ 26.91 per person

Witness the world famous Changing of the Guard as you see the King’s Guard undertake the centuries-old ceremonies

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Duration 1.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible
Small group
Limited to 10 participants

Experience

Highlights
  • See two spectacular Changing of the Guards ceremonies.
  • Walk beside the King’s Life Guard as they cross the Park.
  • Tour St. James’s Park and discover its fascinating history.
  • Get insights on the Royal Family from your expert guide.
  • Visit Buckingham Palace, St. James Palace, & Clarence House (exterior).
Full description
This tour takes you away from the crowds and over to St. James Palace to witness the guards preparing to make their famous march. These are real soldiers with real weapons carrying out their daily duty of protecting the Palace. Hear about what their duties include and the significance of their highly-symbolic uniforms. March alongside the soldiers and head to a special vantage point near the Wellington Barracks, home to all the Foot Guard’s Bands, that lets you get as close as possible to the action. Stroll across St. James’s Park and learn the history of this royal green space and arrive at the Horse Guards Parade. Watch the equally-impressive Changing of the King’s Life Guard, which features mounted, armor-clad soldiers and their immaculately groomed steeds.
Includes
  • Guided Walking Tour
  • Expert guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pickup and drop-off

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Meeting point

At the top of the steps of the Victoria Memorial in front of Buckingham Palace. Your guide will be holding a Walks sign.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

  •  Please be advised that 'Changing of the Guard' can be cancelled at the last minute due to bad weather, and does not take place every day.
  • On days this ceremony does not take place, guests will see the King's Life Guard Change, Horse Guards Parade.
  • The tour partner complies with all local government regulations. You may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information
Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 10 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5
  • Service
    4/5
  • Organization
    4.5/5

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loved the experience

November 14, 2022

We learnt so much unexpected insider information along a comfortably paced walk which took in not just the Changing of the Guards and Horseguards Parade from great positions but everything we passed in between. It was not only great value it was a group sized to make it comfortable for us all to hear and ask questions. Our tour leader cared about us and the stories he was sharing and maximised the experience for us.

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November 4, 2022

Our guide Peter was very informative and got us to the right positions in time to see all the activity. A most enjoyable mornimg

October 18, 2022

Product ID: 227374