Changing of the Guards experience
Attractions & guided tours

Changing of the Guards experience

5/5
Excellent
Based on 3 reviews
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: Flexible
Why you’ll love this…
  • Learn everything about the tradition of the changing of the guards
  • Best place to watch the changing of the guards
  • Experience a London tradition with a local guide
What to expect

During your visit to London, Buckingham Palace is a must-see. Accompanied by a local guide, you will have the opportunity to see the changing of the royal guard in front of the palace doors.

This is a world-famous spectacle that you will not be able to see anywhere else. Changing of the Guards is definitely something that should be experienced when visiting London. Your guide will explain how the Changing of the Guard, also known as Guard Mounting, has become one of the most popular tourist attractions in London.

You will see how the soldiers in place are “relieved” of their position in a very particular way while accompanied by a military fanfare. The soldiers have protected the King or Queen of England since the reign of Henry VII, who established the Royal Body Guard as a permanent institution. The tradition has continued for more than 500 years.

All of the guards are dressed in a traditional red tunic and an easily recognizable bearskin helmet. The music that accompanies the changing of the guard can be either military or more contemporary. It is definitely an attraction that is not to be missed.

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What's included
  • check English-speaking guide
  • check Headsets when appropriate
What's not included
  • x_not_included Gratuities
  • x_not_included Hotel pick-up/ drop-off
Where

Green Park Station Piccadilly, London

Meeting point:
Meet your guide by the Statue of the Goddess Diana: just outside Green Park Tube station (Piccadilly South Side Exit). On the left side there is a wooden food stall.
What to remember
  • Dates and Times can change, sometimes at short notice,when the Guards are required for operational or other ceremonial duties, and as a result of road closures.
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Provider
UTG EXPERIENCE
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Unfortunately, we can't offer you a refund nor can we change or cancel your booking for this particular product, due to our partner's policy.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

5/5

Based on 3 reviews from verified customers

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  • Anonymous

    From Poland - May 2022

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Zdecydowanie polecam. Wspaniałe przeżycie. Świetny przewodnik.

  • Anonymous

    From France - May 2022

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Guide parfait

  • Anonymous

    From France - April 2022

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    tres bon guide

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