• Green Park - As the smallest of London’s eight royal parks, Green Park serves as our meeting point. We’ll journey through the park under gas lighting on our way to Buckingham Palace!
• Buckingham Palace - Get an up-close view of the renowned Buckingham Palace, discover its rich history, and seize the chance for incredible photo opportunities!
• Clarence House - Visit Clarence House, the residence of His Majesty The King! Since its construction in the 1820s, it has been home to many Royal family members, including Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, and Princes William and Harry. Opposite stands the equally impressive Lancaster House, known for its significant government and political history, and as a filming location for numerous films, royal dramas, and documentaries.
• St. James’s Palace - Constructed by King Henry VIII in the early 1530s for Queen Anne Boleyn, St. James’s Palace is the oldest palace in the country. It was home to both Elizabeth I and Charles I and remains a royal residence today. With no crowds to obstruct your view, get close to this historic structure and be enthralled by its stories.
• St. James’s Park - Join us for a walk under the gas lamps through the second Royal park of the tour, and enjoy the stunning views from the bridge. Look out for foxes, squirrels, and the famous pelican family, direct descendants of those gifted to King Charles II in the 1660s!
• Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall - During the day, thousands of tourists visit the famous Horse Guards Parade for the King’s Life Guard, but at night, we have it all to ourselves! Henry VIII used this site for jousting in the 16th century, and today it hosts various royal events, including the Trooping the Colour ceremonies for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s official birthday. With numerous war memorials and monuments, Horse Guards Parade boasts a rich military history.
• Westminster Abbey - Founded in 960AD, this ancient place of worship has hosted sixteen Royal weddings since 1100. It is the building from which the entire city is named and the final resting place of countless historical figures. The architecture will amaze you, so keep your camera ready!
• Parliament Square - Surrounded by statues of immortalized political giants, take in the breathtaking view of the 11th-century Palace of Westminster. Known today as the Houses of Parliament, it is the seat of the British Government and has shaped Great Britain since ancient times.
• Palace of Westminster - Stand beneath the towering ‘Big Ben’ clock tower and get close to the iconic structure recognized worldwide.
• Whitehall - Known as the ‘Corridor of Power,’ historic Whitehall has been the center of Britain’s political strength for centuries. Pass by the Cenotaph War Memorial, the Ministry of Defence, and the heavily-guarded gates of Downing Street, the Prime Minister’s residence.
• Horse Guards Building - With no crowds in sight, approach the famous Horse Guards building, standing since the 1740s. Opposite is the Banqueting House, built in 1619. Stand at the junction where King Charles I was executed in 1649 and be captivated by your guide’s stories of the events that took place here.
• Trafalgar Square - Pass by the memorial to King Charles I, marking the exact center of London since the 1660s, and beneath Lord Nelson’s towering monument as we enter the renowned Trafalgar Square. This iconic location, rich in historical significance, offers another fantastic photo opportunity with its spectacular fountains, Landseer’s famous bronze lions, and the National Portrait Gallery dominating the Square’s northern side.

• Highly experienced, expert historian tour guide

Join us for an unforgettable stroll through the royal, gas-lit streets of Westminster! By avoiding the large daytime crowds, you can get up close to world-renowned landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Horse Guards Parade, Downing Street, and many more, while marveling at the centuries of history this magnificent area holds.

A highly experienced, expert historian guide will meet you at 7:30 p.m. by the tube exit in Green Park and lead you from there, under the romantic glow of the gas lamps, to the famous Buckingham Palace and the spectacular sights beyond. Be captivated by their in-depth knowledge as you walk the empty streets, past palaces and royal residences, to learn the incredible history of this iconic city.

Concluding beneath Nelson’s Column in the famous Trafalgar Square, this unmissable tour is a must for your next trip to London. Wear comfortable shoes, and bring your camera! All photographs shown here were taken on the tour!

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