Witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony and learn all about the famous red-suited guards of the British Royal Family. Extended options: explore the Westminster district and visit the majestic Westminster Abbey with a 5-Star Private Guide!

Highlights
  • Witness the prestigious ceremony of the Changing of the Guards with a 5-Star Expert Guide
  • Follow the royal trail around the Buckingham Palace, Clarence House, Victoria Memorial and more
  • Explore the highlights of the City of Westminster (only in 3 and 4-hour options)
  • Visit UNESCO-listedWestminsterAbbey & skiptheline easily with provided tickets (onlyin4-houroption)
  • Enjoy a private tour tailored to your needs and interests
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Activity details

Facilities
  • 2 - 4 hours
  • Private TourExclusive only for you
  • Just buy and we instantly organizeYour booking ensure the tour is already fully organized, just come and enjoy!
  • Live Guide Choose tour language while booking
  • Walking Tour
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Westminster Abbey (4-hour option only)
Full description
Discover the world of the British Royal Family on a private tour with Rosotravel! Witness the iconic Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, explore royal landmarks, and hear stories that most tourists miss. Enjoy a personalized experience with exclusive insights as you stroll through London at your own pace.

Join the basic 2-hour walking tour and experience the grandeur of the Changing of the Guard ceremony outside Buckingham Palace. With a knowledgeable 5-Star Private Guide by your side, discover fascinating stories about the British Royal Family, past and present. Stroll through Admiralty Arch, admire the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Memorial, and pass the elegant Clarence House, home to the Prince of Wales. Stand before the grand Victoria Memorial and secure the best viewing spot as the royal guards swap duties in a dazzling military parade. Along the way, hear captivating tales, fun anecdotes, and royal secrets that bring London’s monarchy to life.

Want more? Choose the 3-hour option to extend your adventure into the City of Westminster, one of London's most historic districts. After soaking up the royal atmosphere at Buckingham Palace, follow your Private Guide to the majestic Westminster Cathedral, the largest Catholic church in the UK with its striking neo-Byzantine architecture. Marvel at the impressive Palace of Westminster, home to the British Parliament, and gaze upon the legendary Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben). Snap photos by the Winston Churchill Monument and admire St. Margaret’s Church, standing gracefully beside Westminster Abbey — a site rich with royal history. Throughout this extended tour, you'll uncover hidden gems and enjoy exclusive commentary tailored to your interests.

Looking for the ultimate royal experience? Select the 4-hour option and step inside the breathtaking Westminster Abbey with skip-the-line tickets included! This Gothic masterpiece has hosted countless coronations, royal weddings, and state funerals. Walk in the footsteps of monarchs as you explore the abbey’s stunning interiors, royal tombs, and Poet’s Corner, where luminaries like Charles Dickens and Mary Queen of Scots are laid to rest. Admire architectural treasures like the oak door, one of the oldest in Britain, and wander through peaceful gardens where history whispers from every corner.

With Rosotravel, enjoy an in-depth, personalized experience filled with stories, legends, and insights that go far beyond the ordinary.

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Includes

    Private Tour of the Changing of the Guards, the City of Westminster and Westminster Abbey (number of attractions depends on the selected option)

  • 5-Star Licensed Guide who speaks fluently in a chosen language
  • View of the Changing of Guards ceremony (all options)
  • Tour of the City of Westminster (3 and 4-hour options only)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Westminster Abbey (4-hour option only)
  • Tour of the City of Westminster (in 2-hour option)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Westminster Abbey (in 2 and 3-hour options)
Meeting point

2-hour: Changing of the Guards Ceremony : 6 Waterloo Pl, London SW1Y 4AN, United Kingdom | Meet your guide by the Guards Crimean War Memorial, 6 Waterloo Pl, St. James's, London SW1Y 4AN, United Kingdom. Open in Google Maps

3-hour: Changing of the Guards & City of Westminster: 6 Waterloo Pl, London SW1Y 4AN, United Kingdom | Meet your guide by the Guards Crimean War Memorial, 6 Waterloo Pl, St. James's, London SW1Y 4AN, United Kingdom. Open in Google Maps

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4-hour: Changing of the Guards, City of Westminster & Abbey: 6 Waterloo Pl, London SW1Y 4AN, United Kingdom | Meet your guide by the Guards Crimean War Memorial, 6 Waterloo Pl, St. James's, London SW1Y 4AN, United Kingdom. Open in Google Maps

Important information

What you should know

  • Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
  • The itinerary depends on the option you selected.
  • Sightseeing in the City of Westminster and tickets to Westminster Abbey are not included in the 2-hour tour.
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  • For the 4-hour tour, 1 licensed guide can lead up to 20 people. If your group is larger, the price will increase as more guides are required.
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Westminster Abbey are booked for a specific time, so please arrive at the meeting point on time.
  • During mass or special events (like concerts), guided tours inside churches may be limited. Your guide will share all the details outside instead.
  • Please note that the changing of the guards ceremony may be canceled last minute. If so, you'll still follow the royal route to Buckingham Palace.
  • If you have special requests or need assistance for guests with disabilities, please let us know in advance – we’re happy to help!