Royal London Coach Tour with Changing of the Guard
Royal London Coach Tour with Changing of the Guard
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
3 hours (approx.)
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Start an memorable journey through London with the Royal London Coach Tour, including the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace. As you drive past historic landmarks like Westminster Abbey and Big Ben to St Paul's Cathedral, your knowledgeable tour guide will narrate the stories behind these sights. Witness this centuries-old British tradition as you watch the New Guard march in during their official shift change duty at Buckingham Palace.
Start an memorable journey through London with the Royal London Coach Tour, including the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace. As you drive past historic landmarks like Westminster Abbey and Big Ben to St Paul's Cathedral, your knowledgeable tour guide will narrate the stories behind these sights. Witness this centuries-old British tradition as you watch the New Guard march in during their official shift change duty at Buckingham Palace.
Join a luxury coach journey that takes you through London’s top attractions en route to Buckingham Palace for an unparalleled sightseeing experience.
Witness the synchronized march of King’s elite guards during the iconic Changing of the Guard Ceremony—a fascinating display of pageantry in historic British tradition.
Enhance your understanding of this ceremonial event with expert commentary provided via audio headset, detailing its long history and traditions.
Did you know? The ceremony features charming mascots like Seamus from the Irish Guard, Cruachan the Pony for the Royal Regiment of Scotland, and Ram representing the Mercian Regiment.
Access to a guided coach tour of Buckingham Palace
Entry for the Changing of the Guard Ceremony (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays)
Ticket for the Horse Guards' Changing of the Guard Ceremony (Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday)
Use of an experienced guide
WiFi access and USB charging facilities on board
One personal audio headset per person
Return Thames River cruise experience (as per option selected)
Includes Afternoon tea at Rubens with a view of Buckingham Palace. See menu here (as per option selected)
Individual Costs
Tour guide speaking to passengers on a coach transfer.
A royal tour of London
Your adventure begins as you meet with an experienced guide for this guided Royal London Coach Tour. Set off on a scenic drive through the heart of the capital and witness some of its most famous sights, including Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, St Paul's Cathedral, and many others. The journey culminates at Buckingham Palace where you'll have front-row seats to watch an age-old British ceremony.
Historic British traditions
The Changing of the Guard is a historic event marking the shift change for the Household Regiment – the King’s guards stationed at Buckingham Palace. As part of this tradition, witness the New Guard marching in their striking scarlet suits and bearskin hats to take over palace duties. This ceremony exemplifies British pomp and should not be missed.
After enjoying the Changing of the Guard, consider upgrading your experience by taking a Thames River cruise or savoring afternoon tea at Rubens with views overlooking Buckingham Palace.
Tourists walking towards Buckingham Palace on Westminster tour, London.
Guards in red uniforms and bearskin hats at Buckingham Palace ceremony.
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.
- The Ceremony of Changing the Foot Guards occurs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
- If your tour is booked for Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday, expect to witness the Horse Guard's Changing Ceremony instead.
- This independent river cruise travels one-way from Westminster Pier to Tower Pier.
Afternoon tea with a special menu will be served to children aged 3 to 16 years old.
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.
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.
Plan ahead and choose a tour on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, or Sunday if you want to witness the Changing of the Foot Guards Ceremony at Buckingham Palace.
If visiting Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday, prepare for an alternative experience with the Changing of the Horse Guard Ceremony instead.
For those interested in a river cruise, remember it's independent and involves traveling from Westminster Pier to Tower Pier one-way.
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