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Buckingham Palace Visit & Changing of the Guard Walking Tour

Location London, England, United Kingdom
$100.95
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Buckingham Palace stands as a symbol of British heritage, offering a glimpse into royal life through its majestic State Rooms and stunning gardens. Witness the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony, a captivating display of tradition and precision, before embarking on a self-guided exploration of the palace's opulence.

  • 🏷️ Buckingham Palace Visit & Changing of the Guard Walking Tour: This comprehensive package includes a guided experience of the Changing of the Guard, followed by an audio-guided tour of Buckingham Palace.
  • 🕒 Duration: Enjoy a 3-hour and 30-minute journey filled with rich history and stunning visuals.
  • 🎤 Your expert local guide will provide fascinating insights and anecdotes about the Changing of the Guard, ensuring you secure the best viewing spots for this world-famous ceremony.
  • 🏰 After the ceremony, immerse yourself in the grandeur of Buckingham Palace with an audio guide, exploring the opulent State Rooms at your own pace.
  • 🌳 Don't miss the chance to stroll through the breathtaking 16-hectare Palace Gardens, a serene escape that once hosted royal tea parties.
  • 🎟️ Entrance tickets to Buckingham Palace are included, granting you access to the official residence of the British monarch.
  • 🗣️ The tour is conducted in English, ensuring clear communication and a deeper understanding of the sights.
  • 🚶‍♂️ Comfortable shoes are recommended as you’ll be moving at a brisk pace to keep up with the guards and fully enjoy the experience.
  • 🌦️ The tour operates in all weather conditions, so dress appropriately to make the most of your visit.

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Buckingham Palace Visit & Changing of the Guard Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

  • Audio guide for Buckingham Palace
  • English Speaking local expert guide
  • Guided Changing of the Guard experience
  • Entrance tickets to Buckingham Palace
  • Food, drink or transport costs
  • Gratuities

Meeting point
Meet our guide by the Equestrian statue of Edward VII, Waterloo Place, London SW1Y 5ER. Arriving by tube: Take the tube to Piccadilly Circus and take exit No. 3 onto Regent Street/St. James's. Walk south down Regent Street towards St. James's Park. Waterloo Place is at the end of Regent Street.
Return details
The tour will end inside Buckingham Palace where you will have an audio-guide provided for your visit.

  • Changing of the Guard
    Join us as we serve a slice of world-famous ceremonial action with this small-group Changing of the Guards experience.
  • St. James's Palace
    Built on the site of an old leper hospital, did you know that St James’s is the oldest royal palace in the whole of the UK? Take in this beauty, still the official royal residence today. Visiting outside
  • Clarence House
    Clarence House serves as the London residence of King Charles III and Queen Camilla
  • Buckingham Palace
    No guides are allowed to talk within the walls of the palace but fear not, after setting the scene for this unforgettable visit with anecdotes and stories of their own, your expert guide will see you off into the palace for a self-guided audio tour to be enjoyed at your own pace. Take up this invitation to get a rare glimpse into life at this nationally cherished palace as you tour the opulent State Rooms and marvel at gifts from Heads of State, spectacular furnishings and artworks, all brought to life by the official Palace Audio Tour. Don’t forget to stop by the 16-hectare Palace Gardens. With the palace being open to the public for just two months a year in August & September, tickets are always in high demand for this unforgettable experience Self-guided audio tour.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • We tend to move pretty fast to keep up with the guards, so please wear comfortable shoes and always carry water.
  • We will not stand at the forecourt of Buckingham Palace as, due to crowds, you see very little and the experience would be ten times less fun. We want to get you as close as possible with the opportunity to take some amazing snapshots.
  • It is at the discretion of the British Army to change or cancel the Ceremony. The announcement will not be made until after 10.30am so come rain or shine, the Urban Saunters Changing of the Guard experience will go ahead. If the full ceremony is cancelled, there will still be the chance to see the guards marching, just without the music.
  • No videoing of the guide unless they have given permission
  • Ceremony can be altered at the discretion of the British Army, or occasionally due to rain
  • There are no toilet or refreshment breaks on this tour
  • Tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Sundays – From April 2025, the Army is trying out a slightly different version of the usual ceremony on Sundays. It still involves the same number of guard movements and the same locations, but it’s now being called a “Parade” instead of a “Change.” There’s no word yet on how long this trial will last
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Buckingham Palace Visit & Changing of the Guard Walking Tour

    Location London, England, United Kingdom
    $100.95
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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