• Parliament Square - Join the guide and a small group outside Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament for a brief introduction to the history of this significant area.
• Big Ben - Prepare your camera for a stunning view of this iconic tower before embarking on a guided tour of Westminster Abbey. The guide will provide an overview of its history and explain how it became a symbol of London.
• Changing of the Guard - Observe the soldiers as they prepare for the renowned Changing of the Guard ceremony. While waiting, the expert guide will explain the guards’ responsibilities and the symbolism of their unique uniforms. March alongside the soldiers to a special vantage point that offers a close-up view of the event.
  Please Note: The ‘Changing of the Guard’ may be canceled at the last minute due to adverse weather and does not occur daily. On days when this ceremony is not held, guests will witness the King’s Life Guard Change at Horse Guards Parade. Additionally, access to the panoramic viewpoint may be restricted due to local events.
• Westminster Abbey - Explore the country’s most significant Gothic building, rich in history and equally fascinating in the present. Skip the line and head directly inside to hear stories of the major historical events that occurred here, along with insights into the decor that might be challenging to interpret alone. View the Coronation Chair, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and the High Altar, the site of many royal weddings. Visitors will also see the tombs of some of history’s most notable figures, including Charles Darwin, Edward V, and Sir Isaac Newton.

• Expertly guided walking tour
• Expert Blue Badge Guide
• Skip-the-queue access to Westminster Abbey

• Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
• Gratuities/Tips

Experience two quintessential London attractions in one morning with this remarkable tour. Start your day by getting an up-close view of the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Your guide will take you directly to the prime vantage points and most exclusive spots for an intimate look at London’s most renowned event. Enjoy the ceremony from two unique perspectives as your guide shares the fascinating history of this iconic tradition. Afterwards, bypass the queues and enter Westminster Abbey, where over a thousand years of history await. Discover stories of coronations, royal weddings, monarchs, soldiers, heroes, villains, and more as you explore England’s most significant Gothic structure with a knowledgeable guide.

• Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
• This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
• Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
• Please note: The Changing of the Guard occurs only on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays we will bring you to the Horse Guard Ceremony and a walking tour of Westminster area. There are also times where the changing of the Guard will not go ahead without prior notice and this is due to last minute decision made by the palace, local authorities or bad weather.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.