Buckingham Palace: Recommended tours & tickets

During this 2 hour, semi-private (8 Guest Maximum) guided walking tour you'll learn about and witness the event live with an expert guide, who will help you score excellent photos without having to navigate the heaving crowds. Experience one of the most quintessential British events, the changing of the guards, in the heart of London.

The most fun 1.5-hour tour in London. Watch the Changing of the Guard with an experienced and acclaimed guide, where you'll be taken to the best places to see the ceremony. Along the way you'll see palaces, royal parks, royal residences and even have an opportunity to march alongside the guards. The walk is interesting for adults, fun for kids, and will almost certainly be the highlight of your stay in London. Please note that you will not see the section of the ceremony on the courtyard of Buckingham Palace, but rather the other highlights of the ceremony.

Get up close to the world famous Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace! The Changing of the Guard is the changeover of the Royal guard and, on this London walking tour, you'll stand in the best spots to watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony, march next to the guards and get fantastic photos! Throughout the tour your local guide will explain each step of the Changing of the Guard ceremony process as you watch the Royal Guards, the Household Cavalry and the Regimental Musical Bands march towards Buckingham Palace in one of the most inspiring & traditional British events in all its glorious pomp & pageantry. You’ll also learn about Royal landmarks including Buckingham Palace, St James's Palace and Clarence House as well as discover the home of British Royalty and Government at Big Ben, Westminster Abbey & Houses of Parliament. The Changing of the Guard is one of the most historical and cultural London events and now you can enjoy it up close on one of the best tours in London.

See British tradition come to life on this fully-guided Changing of the Guard walking tour that ensures you get the very best views of this spectacular ceremony!  Don’t make the same mistake that so many visitors often – and understandably – make, believing the prime vantage point from where to experience this time-honoured tradition is outside Buckingham Palace. These spectators’ enthusiasm quickly turns to disappointment when they realise that they have waited for hours only to see the very end of this unique performance, their view often blocked by the throngs of people crowding around them. Instead, follow your guide on a dynamic journey that takes in the entire Changing of the Guard from beginning to end as they expertly navigate the crowds to take you to the best – and most photographable – viewpoints.

Take advantage of this rare opportunity to explore the State Apartments of Buckingham Palace; they are only open for two short months each year. Tickets are limited, and demand is high! Here we include a guided stroll down The Mall and through one of London's most beautiful royal parks, as well as a glimpse into the lives of the Royal Family.

Experience two of Britain's finest Royal residences on this fantastic full-day tour to Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle. Get a rare glimpse inside the King of England's official residence at Buckingham Palace before heading to the largest, continuously occupied castle in Europe and ancestral home of the monarchy at Windsor. • Enjoy a rare glimpse of the inside of Buckingham Palace • See important rooms, including the Throne Room and White Drawing Room • Discover Windsor Castle, almost 1000 years ancestral home of the British monarchy

Immerse yourself in two iconic London experiences in one morning on this unforgettable tour. Begin your day with skip-the-line access to Westminster Abbey and explore one of England's most legendary monuments with a guide who knows the site like the back of their hand. From there, you're off to the Changing of the Guard. But you won’t just watch the ceremony—you'll get as close as you can to the action. Your guide will lead you straight to the best vantage points and most secluded spots for a close-up peek at London’s most popular spectacle. Witness two different ceremonies from four different angles as your guide regales you with the unbelievable history of the iconic tradition.

Step back in time and witness the grandeur and history of two of London's most iconic landmarks with our fully guided Westminster Abbey and Changing of the Guard tour. Avoid the disappointment of crowded viewing spots and missed opportunities with our expert guides, who will take you on a dynamic journey through the entire ceremony, providing invaluable insight into every detail of this quintessentially British spectacle.

Experience London’s royal heritage and pageantry on a 2.5-hour experience that combines a visit to Buckingham Palace with the Changing of the Guard. Enjoy the colorful spectacle of the Changing of the Guard ceremony, and then enter the magnificent palace with a tour host for an independent audio tour of the State Rooms, an experience only available for two months of the year. Admire the lavish rooms that are used by the royals for State and ceremonial events, as you discover the palace’s history from the audio guide. Please note: Buckingham Palace is only open to the public for approx. eight weeks each year. Tickets sell out fast, so book now to avoid disappointment

Discover London’s highlights by bus, boat and foot on this comprehensive half-day tour. Sitting comfortably aboard an iconic Routemaster bus, travel along the capital’s streets and see sights such as Big Ben and Trafalgar Square. Then, hop aboard a Thames River cruise boat to admire London’s famous skyline from the water. Cap your tour with a visit to Buckingham Palace. The palace was The Queen Elizabeth II’s residence in London as well as her administrative headquarters. With a prebooked ticket, enjoy an audio tour of the state rooms, an experience only available to the public for two months out of the entire year. Visitors to the State Rooms can see many of the magnificent rooms which form the heart of the palace and are used regularly by the Royal Family for official entertainment, ceremonies and State functions. Special Coronation display at Buckingham Palace this summer: The outfits worn by Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla at the Coronation will go on display.