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Changing of the Guard Tour

Witness this traditional ceremony from a fantastic spot and visit some iconic spots of Central London

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Highlights

  • Stand in the best spots to witness the world-known ceremony of the Changing of the Guard ceremony and get the best pictures.
  • Understand the different stages of this traditional event involving the King’s Foot Guards, the Household Cavalry and the Regimental Musical Bands marching towards Buckingham Palace.
  • Visit and learn about St James’s Palace and Clarence House and the link between monarchy and power in Westminster’s Big Ben, its Abbey and the Houses of Parliament.

What's included

  • Changing of the Guard Premium spot
  • Central London Walking Tour

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Prepare for the experience

Children information

  • Children of all ages are welcome on this tour.
  • Children are required to purchase an Admission ticket.

Accessibility information

  • On this tour, guests will be walking around 2-3 miles and due uneven surfaces and unavoidable stairs, wheelchairs or those with walking difficulties cannot be accommodated regrettably.
  • Please contact us should you require further accessibility information regarding this product.

Additional information

  • This tour is designed for small groups of up to 18 people maximum.
  • On arrival to the meeting point by The Ritz, look out for your guide. This person will be carrying a yellow umbrella.
  • Does the ceremony happen in the rain? The tour will run in all weathers. The ceremony can be altered by the British Army at any time including for bad weather. In the event of bad weather the tour will see a ‘Wet Change’ (ceremony without music).

Live date and availability can be seen upon booking.

Operating hours:

  • Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday: 10:00am.

Departure point

  • Departure point: The Ritz Hotel,150 Piccadilly, St. James’s, London W1J 9BR at the corner between Piccadilly and Arlington Street.
  • Duration: 2h - 2.5h approx.
  • Closest underground station: Green Park Station (74 yards)
  • End point: Parliament Square

Supplier information

This product is sold by VisitBritain and is provided by See The Sights Tours.

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From: £10.00

Once you have completed your booking, you will receive an instant order confirmation via email from VisitBritain. Your eTicket will be then emailed to you within 72 hours. This can be downloaded and used through your mobile phone or printed out and shown when attending the tour.

From
£10.00