Tour guide speaking to passengers on a coach transfer.
Tourists walking towards Buckingham Palace on Westminster tour, London.
Guards in red uniforms and bearskin hats at Buckingham Palace ceremony.
Guards in red uniforms and bearskin hats perform at Changing of the Guard, London.
Changing of the Guards ceremony at Horse Guards Parade, London.
Cruise boat on Thames River with view of Big Ben and Houses of Parliament, London.

Royal London Coach Tour with Changing of the Guard

London
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Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

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Experience London's rich history with the Royal London Coach Tour, which includes witnessing the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. Your tour guide will lead you on a panoramic journey through London, showcasing landmarks such as Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and St Paul’s Cathedral. This essential British tradition offers an memorable glimpse into historic ceremonies in the heart of the city.

Travel comfortably to Buckingham Palace on a luxury coach and enjoy a sightseeing experience of London’s best highlights along the way.

Experience the iconic pageantry of the Changing of the Guard Ceremony as the King's elite guards perform a synchronized march that will captivate you.

Gain a deeper appreciation for the ceremony with the audio headset as your guide provides expert commentary about the history and traditions.

Upgrade and indulge your senses with a relaxing cruise on the Thames, or a quintessentially British afternoon tea at the Rubens, overlooking Buckingham Palace.

Fun fact: Mascots like the Irish Guard's Seamus, the Royal Regiment of Scotland's Cruachan the Pony, and the Mercian Regiment's Ram add charm to ceremonial events.

Guided coach tour to Buckingham Palace

Changing of the Guard Ceremony (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays)

Changing of the Horse Guard Ceremony (Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday)

Experienced guide

WiFi and USB charging on board

Personal audio headset

Thames River cruise (as per option selected)

Afternoon tea at the Rubens overlooking Buckingham Palace. See menu here (as per option selected)

Tour guide speaking to passengers on a coach transfer.

Tour guide speaking to passengers on a coach transfer.

A royal tour of London

Meet your tour guide and set off on a panoramic drive through the capital. Along the way, pass by London's most iconic sights, from Westminster Abbey and Big Ben to St Paul's Cathedral and much, much more! Disembark at Buckingham Palace to watch a centuries-old British ceremony that is an essential London experience.

Historic British traditions

The Changing of the Guard ceremony marks the official shift change of the Household Regiment - the King’s guards stationed at Buckingham Palace. Watch in awe as the New Guard marches in to assume responsibility for protecting the Palace. Dressed in their scarlet suits and bearskin hats, these guards exemplify British pomp and ceremony in a showing that absolutely can’t be missed. After, you can upgrade your tickets and choose to go on a Thames River cruise, or enjoy afternoon tea at the Rubens, which overlooks Buckingham Palace.

Tourists walking towards Buckingham Palace on Westminster tour, London.

Tourists walking towards Buckingham Palace on Westminster tour, London.

Guards in red uniforms and bearskin hats at Buckingham Palace ceremony.

Guards in red uniforms and bearskin hats at Buckingham Palace ceremony.

Guards in red uniforms and bearskin hats perform at Changing of the Guard, London.

Guards in red uniforms and bearskin hats perform at Changing of the Guard, London.

Additional information

  • The Changing of the Foot Guards Ceremony takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.

  • Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday, you’ll see the Changing of the Horse Guard Ceremony instead.

  • River cruise is independent and is a one-way trip from Westminster Pier to Tower Pier.

  • Children aged between 3 to 16 years will be served the children's afternoon tea menu.

Changing of the Guards ceremony at Horse Guards Parade, London.

Changing of the Guards ceremony at Horse Guards Parade, London.

Cruise boat on Thames River with view of Big Ben and Houses of Parliament, London.

Cruise boat on Thames River with view of Big Ben and Houses of Parliament, London.

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Operating hours

Buckingham Palace

Monday
9:30am - 7:30pm • last entry 5:30pm
Tuesday
9:30am - 7:30pm • last entry 5:30pm
Wednesday
9:30am - 7:30pm • last entry 5:30pm
Thursday
9:30am - 7:30pm • last entry 5:30pm
Friday
9:30am - 7:30pm • last entry 5:30pm
Saturday
9:30am - 7:30pm • last entry 5:30pm
Sunday
9:30am - 7:30pm • last entry 5:30pm
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FAQs

Upon arrival at Buckingham Palace, enjoy the pageantry of the Changing of the Guard Ceremony as King’s elite guards perform a synchronized march in their traditional scarlet suits and bearskin hats.
The luxury coach provides WiFi, USB charging ports, and personal audio headsets to enhance your tour experience with expert commentary about London's history and traditions.
An experienced guide leads you through London's highlights during your coach tour, providing insightful commentary about each landmark visited.
If you book your Royal London Coach Tour to start on a Tuesday or Thursday, you'll witness the Changing of the Horse Guard Ceremony instead.
The Changing of the Foot Guards Ceremony is held on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays during this tour.
Personal expenses are not included with your Royal London Coach Tour, so it's wise to budget accordingly for anything beyond the guided experience provided.
The Royal London Coach Tour with Changing of the Guard features a panoramic drive through iconic sights like Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, culminating in watching the centuries-old Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace.
Yes, an independent river cruise from Westminster Pier to Tower Pier is part of the experience. Additionally, children aged between 3 and 16 years will enjoy a special afternoon tea menu during the trip.
The ceremony features mascots like Seamus from the Irish Guards, Cruachan the Pony from the Royal Regiment of Scotland, and Ram from the Mercian Regiment, adding charm to the event.
You can upgrade by indulging in a relaxing cruise on the Thames or enjoying quintessentially British afternoon tea at Rubens overlooking Buckingham Palace.

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