Changing of the Guard Small-Group Walking Tour in London
Overview
Enjoy the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace with this small group walking tour! This walking tour gets you up close for the best views of the Guard change in a historic Royal event filled with classic British pomp and pageantry.
The tour will position you in the best front row spots for the key parts of the Changing of the Guard ceremony as you enjoy memorable views of the Old Guard, New Guard, Household Cavalry and the ceremonial military band. You’ll even finish your tour by getting your photo with the Royal Horseguards!
As well as enjoying unbeatable views of the Guard change, your walking tour is teeming with Royal history as you discover Buckingham Palace, St James’s Palace, Clarence House, The Mall and Horseguards Parade.
This small group tour is the best way to see the Changing of the Guard in London, filled with memorable views and fascinating history of London’s most historic Royal event that encapsulates British history and heritage in one Royal morning.
What's Included
- The Mall
- Clarence House
- St James’s Park
- St James’s Palace
- Photo with the Royal Horseguards
- Buckingham Palace
- Professional Tour Guide
- Small-Group guided walking tour of the Changing of the Guard ceremony
- Entrance tickets to sights, landmarks or attractions
- Front gates of Buckingham Palace
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
66 Broadway
London SW1H 0DB, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Whitehall
London SW1A 2ET, UK
The tour will end at Horseguards Parade.
What To Expect
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Changing of the Guard
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Buckingham Palace
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. James's Palace
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Clarence House
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Mall
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. James's Park
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour starts in front of The Old Star pub in St James's. The Old Star pub is opposite St James's Park Station (Broadway Exit). The address of The Old Star pub is 66 Broadway, London, SW1H 0DB. Please meet your tour guide who will be holding a yellow umbrella.
- The tour is not suitable for guests with walking or mobility difficulties.
- The tour is not suitable for wheelchairs.
- The tour is not suitable for prams, buggys or strollers.
- The tour covers approximately 3 miles of walking.
- The tour will not go to the front gates of Buckingham Palace. Most of the ceremony is away from the front gates. If you do wish to go to the front gates of Buckingham Palace then do not book this tour.
- If it is raining or bad weather then the Changing of the Guard ceremony may be a ‘Wet Change’. This is a shortened version of the ceremony without music. This is decided by the British Army at approximately 10.30am on the day of the ceremony.
- Photos with the Royal Horseguards are subject to Guard availability.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour 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.
- The Mall.
- Clarence House.
- St James’s Park.
- St James’s Palace.
- Photo with the Royal Horseguards.
- Buckingham Palace.
- Professional Tour Guide.
- Small-Group guided walking tour of the Changing of the Guard ceremony.
- Entrance tickets to sights, landmarks or attractions.
- Front gates of Buckingham Palace.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Changing of the Guard Small-Group Walking Tour in London is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Changing of the Guard Small-Group Walking Tour in London will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- The Mall
- Clarence House
- St James’s Park
- St James’s Palace
- Photo with the Royal Horseguards
- Buckingham Palace
- Professional Tour Guide
- Small-Group guided walking tour of the Changing of the Guard ceremony
- Entrance tickets to sights, landmarks or attractions
- Front gates of Buckingham Palace
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour starts in front of The Old Star pub in St James's. The Old Star pub is opposite St James's Park Station (Broadway Exit). The address of The Old Star pub is 66 Broadway, London, SW1H 0DB. Please meet your tour guide who will be holding a yellow umbrella.
- The tour is not suitable for guests with walking or mobility difficulties.
- The tour is not suitable for wheelchairs.
- The tour is not suitable for prams, buggys or strollers.
- The tour covers approximately 3 miles of walking.
- The tour will not go to the front gates of Buckingham Palace. Most of the ceremony is away from the front gates. If you do wish to go to the front gates of Buckingham Palace then do not book this tour.
- If it is raining or bad weather then the Changing of the Guard ceremony may be a ‘Wet Change’. This is a shortened version of the ceremony without music. This is decided by the British Army at approximately 10.30am on the day of the ceremony.
- Photos with the Royal Horseguards are subject to Guard availability.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
