Best of London Tour: Tower & Changing of the Guard
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the historic Tower of London
- Witness the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony
- Learn about London's rich history
- Enjoy guided insights from a knowledgeable tour guide
- Experience London's top attractions in one day
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of the Tower of London
- Witnessing the Changing of the Guard ceremony
- Transportation between sites
- Meals and beverages
Meeting point
Start Location
Victoria Coach Station, Buckingham Palace Road, London, UK
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress accordingly.
- Photography may be restricted in certain areas; follow the guide's instructions.
- The Changing of the Guard ceremony schedule can vary; check the official schedule in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking and standing for extended periods.
- Bring a camera to capture the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony and historic sites.
- Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately for the day's conditions.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- This tour has multiple options. Please choose the one that suits you before booking
- A full day of exploring takes about 8 hours, or around 4 hours if you'd prefer our half-day morning tour (finishing at Buckingham Palace)
- Changing of the Guard: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun, and daily May–July. May change or cancel last minute, but we'll always stop for a photo
- St. Paul's: no guided tour on Sundays though you're welcome to pop in
- London Eye upgrade: a short, pleasant walk from Westminster Pier after your cruise
Traveler reviews
Enjoyable Tour
Our experience was great! What a way to see London sitting on a comfortable bus and making stops at key points. Our guide Peter was personable, informative and funny! It was a full day tour stopping at the changing of the guards, Westminster Abbey, Tower of London and a short cruise on the Thames. I would highly recommend it! Keep in mind, there still is a considerable amount of walking but doable.
Fantastic
Zozo and Hadar were great guides and driver
Peter takes Americans on a journey
There is walking involved be ready… about 10,000 steps, aside from that the tour is amazing. Peter ( our guide ) was by far one of the most knowledgeable and intriguing people I have ever met. We greatly appreciated the one on one guide who showed to our son. Our son immensely enjoyed his day. We would all highly recommend this tour to any family. If you are able to request a guide I would also request Peter. It was made even more special as he and I are both veterans of our respective countries militaries. Cheers for the great day!
Simply wonderful
This was by far one of my favorite parts of the visit to London. Unfortunately me and my spouse arrived a little late to the check in location, but the staff at the station and Zozo our guide went above and beyond to ensure we met the rest of the team for the remainder of our tour. Zozo and Cowsihan were simply amazing! Very informative and Fun
Informative and Efficient
Overall very informative, efficient, and very interesting. Driver Cows was safe and guide Zozo was with a lot of knowledge. Only draw back was truly they need to be more clear as to where the pick up location. However, good value for first visit to London.