Buckingham Palace Tours

Experience the world-famous Changing the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace with expert commentary.

• Everything you get: Witness the Changing the Foot Guard ceremony on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, or the Changing the Horse Guard ceremony on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, in an intimate small-group setting, with a 1.5-hour guided walking tour around the palace.
• Why choose this: With a knowledgeable English-speaking guide and small group size, you'll gain insights, enjoy the best vantage points, and ask questions.
• Upgrades: Choose to upgrade your experience with a guided tour of Westminster Abbey with insights from an expert guide.

Inclusions

• Changing the Guard Ceremony outside Buckingham Palace (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays)

• Changing the Horse Guard Ceremony (Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday)

• Expert English-speaking tour guide

• Small group tour

• Audio headsets

Additional paid upgrades:

• 1.5-hour walking tour around Buckingham Palace

• Guided tour of Westminster Abbey

What's not allowed

• Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Additional information

• The Changing the Guard ceremony takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays throughout the year. However, last-minute cancellations can occur without prior notice due to decisions made by the palace or local authorities, or because of bad weather.
• Changing the Foot Guards Ceremony takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
• On Sundays, a slightly different version of the ceremony takes place, known as the "Sunday Parade."
• Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday, you’ll experience the Changing the Horse Guard Ceremony instead.

Explore Westminster Abbey & walk past Big Ben & Buckingham Palace on foot with a licensed guide.

• Everything you get: Enter Westminster Abbey’s historic interiors, followed by a guided walking tour of Big Ben and Buckingham Palace with a licensed guide in English, French, Spanish, or German for a personalised experience.
• Why choose this: Combine royal history, political landmarks, and gothic architecture in one engaging tour led by a licensed guide in the language of your choice.
• Upgrades: Choose skip-the-line or priority group access, a small-group tour, a guided Westminster Abbey tour, or Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace.

Inclusions

• Entry to Westminster Abbey

• Walking tour around Big Ben & Buckingham Palace

Additional paid upgrades:

• Skip-the-line tickets or priority group entry to Westminster Abbey

• Guided tour of Westminster Abbey

• Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace

• Licensed English, French, Spanish, or German-speaking tour guide

• Small group size (10 to 15 guests)

• Headsets

Exclusions

• Entry to Buckingham Palace State Rooms

• Entry to Big Ben

What to bring

• Ensure your entry tickets and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.

What's not allowed

• Alcohol, sharp metallic tools or objects, food & beverages, drones, large bags, suitcases, backpacks, rucksacks, illegal drugs, weapons, and items that make a noise, like whistles, banners, flags, and political slogans, are not permitted on this experience.
• Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
• Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.

Accessibility

• This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
• With Braille and a hearing loop system, this experience is accessible for all.
• The venue provides free tickets for disabled individuals.
• For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.

Additional information

• Available facilities: restroom.
• Safety is a priority, so guests under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.
• While there is no strictly enforced dress code, please note that the Abbey is a place of worship, and it is better to be dressed modestly.
• The Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace only takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays; on other days, the tour visits the Horse Guards Parade instead.

Unlock the secrets of the Tower of London with a local expert guide and cruise the Thames.

• Everything you get at the Tower of London: Step inside one of Britain’s most iconic fortresses, with a 1000-year-history, with a knowledgeable English-speaking guide. Visit sites like the Bloody Tower and Traitor’s Gate, and get up close to the world-famous Crown Jewels.
• Everything you get on the Thames River Cruise: After exploring the Tower, board a flexible one-way Thames River cruise. Glide past London’s most famous riverside landmarks, including the Shard, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and the London Eye, for a unique view of the city.
• Why choose this combo: Dive deep into British history, see the Crown Jewels up close, and enjoy a scenic river cruise with one affordable ticket.
• Upgrades: Upgrade your experience to witness the Opening Ceremony at the Tower with VIP early-access to the Crown Jewels before the crowds arrive.

Inclusions

• Entry to the Tower of London

• 2.5-hour guided tour of the Tower of London

• Expert English-speaking guide

• Flexible Thames River cruise

• Small group of max. 20 guests

Additional paid upgrades:

• Skip-the-line access to the Tower of London

• Access to the Opening Ceremony

• Headsets (when needed)

Exclusions

• Gratuities

• Food and drink

• Hotel transfers

What’s not allowed

• Photography is allowed in most areas, except the Jewel House and the Chapel of St. John.
• Luggage, large bags, tripods, selfie sticks, and other photographic or recording equipment are not allowed in this experience.
• Smoking, eating, and drinking are not allowed.

Accessibility

• This experience is partially wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• Complimentary adult carer/companion tickets can be obtained on the day of your visit upon presentation of proof of supporting documents (such as a Blue Badge, Freedom Pass, DLA letter or PIP letter) at the Ticket Office.
• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

• The Crown Jewels are a working collection and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.
• Due to increased security measures at many attractions, some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the line' access.
• Extra measures may be implemented at some venues due to heightened global security. As a result, you may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues. Extra measures may also restrict the size of bags that can be brought inside. To avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, we strongly suggest that you avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour.
• Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded.
• For help with meeting points or other urgent issues when choosing the VIP early-access tour with the Opening Ceremony, please phone UK Free Toll +44 800 098 8019
• London's tourist sites are among the most popular in the world. Skip the line access and careful planning limit crowd exposure, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours.
• City Wonders reserves the right to refuse participation on its tours to any guest under the influence of drugs or alcohol or to any guest whose behavior is disorderly, or poses a threat to other guests or City Wonders staff.
• The operator will try to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions.
• To download your self-guided app for the VIP early-access tour with the Opening Ceremony, please search for 'Pop Guide' on Google store or Apple store. You can also access the app from this link.
  • Download the Pop Guide app and login using the following credentials:
    • Username: YRP-000375
    • Password: 22184
  • Please download the app before the tour. Once downloaded, the app can be used offline. Please ensure that you bring earphones and have enough battery on your phone to enjoy all the content of the self-guided app once inside the Tower of London.

Step into one of the world's finest working stables, and marvel at the coaches, carriages, and ceremonial horses.

• Everything you get: Enjoy entry to the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace for up-close views of royal coaches, including the Gold State Coach, with a multimedia guide. Meet the ceremonial horses used for royal processions, and participate in hands-on experiences.
• Why choose this: Experience the pageantry and tradition of the British Royal Family with a behind-the-scenes look into the monarch’s ceremonial transport.
• Upgrades: Enhance your visit with a small-group walking tour of Westminster and a chance to witness the Changing the Guard ceremony.

Inclusions

• Entry into the Royal Mews

• Multimedia guide in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, and Mandarin

Additional paid upgrades:

• Walking tour of Westminster

• Changing the Guard ceremony (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays)

• Changing the Horse Guard Ceremony (Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday)

• Local English-speaking guide

What's not allowed

• Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
• Large bags are not allowed on this experience.
• Selfie sticks cannot be used near the horses.

Accessibility

• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

• The Royal Mews are open for the summer from March 13 to November 2, 2025. It is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, except July 10 to August 31, 2025, when it is open daily.
• The Royal Mews are closed on May 24, May 30, June 2, June 7, and June 14, 2025.
• The opening time for the Royal Mews is 10am. The last admission is at 4pm, and the closing time is 5pm.
• Plan for some wait time when lining up for the experience, especially on weekends and holidays.
• When you arrive, you will pass through an airport-style security check.
• The Changing the Foot Guard Ceremony at Buckingham Palace currently takes place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday (subject to availability). On other days, you will see the Changing the Horse Guard instead.