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Private Walking Tour of Royal London with Changing of the Guard

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About

Discover the best of Royal London with our expert guides, who will take you on a journey through the city's most iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and rich history.

What you'll do

Discover many of London's most important royal landmarks and enjoy a personalized way to explore the big city on this private walking tour. Meet your guide in Covent Garden and set off to see the iconic Trafalgar Square, as well as Buckingham Palace to watch the Changing of the Guards ceremony. Along the way, glimpse other major highlights, from St. James's Palace to the Houses of Parliament.

What is included?

  • Local fun and informative official London Tour Guide
  • Witness the Changing of the King’s Lifeguard ceremony
  • Walking Tour of the major Royal sights in London with an expert guide
  • Admire Buckingham Palace, home of our current monarch, King Charles III
  • Small group tour
  • Witness the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (Sunday,Monday,Wednesday,Friday)

What is not included?

  • Gratuities not included
  • Please bring some water with you
  • Entry/Admission - Buckingham Palace
  • Entry/Admission - St. James's Palace
  • Entry/Admission - Westminster Abbey
  • Entry/Admission - Houses of Parliament

Additional Information

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a walking tour so please wear comfortable shoes
  • We do this walk, come rain or shine! So please bring a brolly (umbrella) if it looks like rain
  • Please bring a camera to capture those magic moments!
  • 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
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Meet your host

MC
Magnolia Sunset Cruise
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Host since 2025

Itinerary

London Private Sightseeing Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do

Explore the full itinerary for Private Walking Tour of Royal London with Changing of the Guard in London, United Kingdom (UK). This private sightseeing tours experience includes 10 stops over 1 day. Duration: 2 hours. Activity level: Light.

No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Here is the starting point

Covent Garden
1

Covent Garden

Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Covent Garden

Meet here at 10 am by the Punch and Judy Pub, 40 Henrietta Street WC2

2

Trafalgar Square

Stop: 10 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Trafalgar Square

We visit iconic Trafalgar Square, regarded as the heart of London. We stop to admire its wonderful fountains and architecture and hear the story of Admiral Nelson on top of the column. As it is a small group tour you'll have plenty of time to take photographs and enjoy the view!

3

Admiralty Arch

Stop: 3 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Admiralty Arch

We pass by this famous Arch and peep through to see Buckingham Palace at the other end of the Mall, we will be visiting there later!

4

Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

Stop: 15 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
  • Changing of the Queen’s Lifeguards Ceremony at Horseguards
  • We stop at Horseguards to see the Changing of the Queen’s Lifeguards Ceremony. Your expert Tour Guide will ensure you are positioned in the best place to observe this magnificent ceremony which has been taking place for over 350 years. Your knowledgeable guide will talk with you about the historical significance of this amazing ceremony and you’ll have plenty of time to take photos of the guards and even with them if you like!
5

The Mall

Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
6

Buckingham Palace

Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Buckingham Palace

We have the perfect view of Buckingham Palace where we stop. This is the London Royal residence of our much loved monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. Your expert and entertaining guide will talk about the history of the palace. With our small group tour you'll have plenty of time to take photographs and your guide can help you take some fabulous Instagrammable shots!

7

St. James's Palace

Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
St. James's Palace

We will stop off at this imposing 16th century Palace, built during the reign of the notorious King Henry VIII. Your expert guide will regale you with amusing stories about the Palace and its occupants.

8

St. James's Park

Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
St. James's Park

We take a relaxing stroll through this beautiful Royal Park, St James’s Park. It is one of our favourite in London and has a picturesque lake and beautiful planting at all times of year.

9

Westminster Abbey

Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Westminster Abbey

We stop off outside Westminster Abbey to hear your expert guide tell you about the Kings, queens, statesmen and soldiers; poets, priests, heroes and villains all buried in Westminster Abbey. It is a must-see living pageant of British history. As it is a small group tour there will be plenty of time to take photos.

10

Houses of Parliament

Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Houses of Parliament

The Houses of Parliament are one of the world’s most famous buildings and we stop here to admire the beauty of the architecture and hear from your expert guide about the fascinating history of this home to our democracy. Your knowledgeable guide will offer an insight into the political, social and cultural roles Parliament has played in the development of British society over nearly a thousand years.

This concludes the tour.

You’re free to explore at your own pace from here.
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