Private Changing the Guard EXTRA!
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Overview
First up, we will witness the amazing moment when the King's Lifeguard - aka the Household Cavalry - come on duty. Our expert guide will ensure you're super close to the action. If you love horses, this is perfect!
Then we make a beeline for the main event - Changing the Guard. This is where we will see the iconic guards with their bearskin hats marching along the Mall. If your group are keen, we will march alongside the band!
We'll then see a second group of guards marching from their barracks, and get the perfect photo of Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the monarchy, before taking in Clarence House (home of King Charles) and the 500 year old St James Palace.
We will adapt the pace and content of the tour to your wishes, with our royal and changing the guard expert able to answer all your questions about these incredible ceremonies.
Tour at a glance
What's included
- Professional guide
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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1
Changing of the Guard
We will move between different locations in order to see as many highlights of the Changing the Guard ceremony in London as possible without going to the gates of Buckingham Palace.
1h 30m Admission free -
2
St. James's Palace
We'll hear of the incredible history of this famous Tudor Palace known to King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn
15 min Admission free -
3
Buckingham Palace
Your guide will show you the perfect place to stand for the best photo of Buckingham Palace. Hear about it surprising history... (Please note we do not go inside the palace)
15 min Admission free -
4
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
Get right up close to the horse guards as they begin their daily duty. An incredible sight for everyone, especially horse lovers!
15 min Admission free -
5
St. James's Park
Check out our most ornate park, home to swans, ducks, squirrels and pelicans!
15 min Admission free
Meeting & pickup
Everyone meets at the start point.
Schedule
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- No dogs are allowed on the tour other than guide dogs.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
Lee was great! Very knowledgeable and fun guide to have!
What an amazing tour with Marnie. I am so sorry it took me so long to rate and review this incredible experience with Marnie. My wife and I toured the Xtra Changing of the Gaurd tour and they were practicing for the King’s birthday. We saw the most incredible sight and Marnie felt like family. She was incredibly knowledgeable and we toured at our own pace. If you want to treat yourself while in London book a tour with these people. You will experience a once in a lifetime experience that you won’t get anywhere else. Thank you Marnie you were the perfect end to a great trip.
We did the Changing of the Guard EXTRA tour with Paul last Monday. It ended up taking quite a few diversions from the "normal" tour as President Biden was in town and ended up "parading" in his car up the Mall that same morning. Paul still went out of his way to make sure we had a great tour! We enjoyed marching along with the band and guards, got great pics at Buckingham palace; stopped along St James's Palace and the Park as well. We were very pleased with our time with Fun london Tours. Excellent guide!
Matt was excellent on knowledge and the best spot to view the changing of the guard on horses. We did not have long wait times.
Excellent experience. Matt was an excellent guide and so informative. He answered all of our questions and explained everything in such detail. Highly recommend to anyone planning a visit to London.
What a phenomenal tour we had, thanks to Pepe!!! His incredible knowledge was delivered in a totally fun way! It was the first tour of our 8-day stay in London; what a great way to start! When we come back to this wonderful city, we will use Fun London again and request Pepe!
We loved the Changing of the Guard extra tour with Joe! He was witty and very informative, covering many subjects and stories about the various locations and historical figures. We had excellent views of the Horse Guards and the Irish Guard and band.
I got to see so much that I didn’t even expect and it was well worth every penny. We got to see so much and the walk was easy
Reviews are collected by Viator and Tripadvisor from verified travellers.
Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 2h 30m.
Is hotel pickup included?
Everyone meets at the start point.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: EN
On which days does it run?
It runs Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun. Starts 09:15
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Instantly. Your e-ticket arrives by e-mail right after booking.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private experience for your group only.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
Product code 9086P8
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