Buckingham Palace Tour and Changing of the Guard Ceremony

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2 hours

London

Basic Information

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Category: Tours & Sightseeing

Trip difficultly: Moderate

Max Group Size: 30

Currency: GBP

Language: English

TimeZone: (GMT+00:00) London

Booking Cutoff: 0 hours before start time

Highlights

Watch the precision skills of the King's Foot Guards or Household Cavalry 
Explore the lavish State Rooms of the King's official London residence 
Learn about the royal residence of Buckingham Palace
See treasures from the Royal Collection

Included

Changing of the Guard ceremony
Entrance ticket for Buckingham Palace
Audio guide for Buckingham Palace
Headsets when appropriate during Changing of the Guard
Professional host

Excluded

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities

Commentary

Guide: English

Summary Description

Explore the many marvels of Buckingham Palace and experience the renowned Changing of the Guard ceremony alongside an expert host so that no sight goes unnoticed.

Description

Experience London’s royal heritage and pageantry on a 2.5-hour experience that combines a visit to Buckingham Palace with the Changing of the Guard. Enjoy the colorful spectacle of the Changing of the Guard ceremony, and then enter the magnificent palace for an independent audio tour of the State Rooms — an experience only available for two months of the year. Admire the lavish rooms that are used by the royals for State and ceremonial events, as you discover the palace’s history from the audio guide. Please note: Buckingham Palace is only open to the public for approximately eight weeks each year. Tickets sell out fast, so book now to avoid disappointment.

Start / End Location

Start Location: Duke of York Column, Waterloo Place, 9 Carlton Terrace, Greater London

Start Location Notes: Meeting Point: PLEASE NOTE! THE MEETING POINT IS NOT AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE. By the Duke of York Column, Waterloo Place, 9 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5AJ. This is the tall column with a statue on top.

Start Location Direction: Arriving by tube: Take the tube to Piccadilly Circus and take exit No. 3 onto Regent Street/St James. Walk south down Regent Street towards St James Park (do not walk north towards Oxford Street). Waterloo Place is at the end of Regent Street. You will see the tall column with a statue on top. You can also arrive via Charing Cross Station. Walk down the Mall towards Buckingham Palace, you will see the statue on your right at the top of some steps.

Start Location: Duke of York Column, London, UK

Start Location Notes:

Start Location Direction:

End Location: Buckingham Palace, Greater London

End Location Notes: Conclusion Point: Inside Buckingham Palace

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Points of interest

Buckingham Palace, London, UK

Pricing

		NET RATE
BUCKINGHAM PALACE TOUR AND CHANGING OF THE GUARD CEREMONY
Adult	15-99 years	Available on request
Child	5-14 years	Available on request
Infant	0-4 years	Available on request

Know before you book

We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance.
We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours.
Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
The Changing of the Guard ceremony is subject to changes in date, time, and cancellation at the discretion of British authorities. Cancellation due to bad weather is not announced before the morning of the ceremony. Even when canceled, customers will still see a ‘wet change’ during which the guards march but without the usual music and parade.

Know before you go

It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure.
We may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue.
Only very small bags are allowed.
Photography is not permitted within Buckingham Palace but is allowed within the gardens.
This tour involves a reasonable amount of walking. We recommend comfortable shoes for all guests.

Cancellation

Cancellation Policy: standard
Cancellation Cut-off: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Additional Information

Not wheelchair accessible
Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
The Changing of the Guard is subject to changes in date, time and cancellation at the discretion of British authorities.
Cancellation due to bad weather is not announced before the morning of the ceremony. When this occurs, customers will still see a ‘wet change’ during which the guards march but without the usual music or parade.
Depending on the day you will see either the Changing of the Guards at Buckingham Palace or Horse Guards Parade.

Redemption Information

• Extra measures may be implemented at some venues due to heightened global security. As a result, we 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.
• Gratuities to guides providing excellent service are appreciated.
• It is the responsibility of all visitors to be 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, please phone UK Free Toll +44 800 098 8019
• Our City Wonders guides will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.
• We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours.
• Photography is not permitted within Buckingham Palace but is allowed within the gardens.
• Please note weather is very changeable in London, please ensure you have rainproof clothing
• This tour involves a reasonable amount of walking. We recommend comfortable shoes for all guests.
• We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions.
• Changing of the Guard will not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour.

DISCLAIMER
• Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
• The Changing of the Guard is subject to changes in date, time and cancellation at the discretion of British authorities.
• Cancellation due to bad weather is not announced before the morning of the ceremony. When this occurs, customers will still see a ‘wet change’ during which the guards march but without the usual music or parade.
• Depending on the day you will see either the Changing of the Guards at Buckingham Palace or Horse Guards Parade.

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