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Buckingham Palace Tour and Changing of the Guard Ceremony

Basic Information
  • Duration: 2.5 hours
  • Category: Tours & Sightseeing
  • Trip difficulty: Moderate
  • Max Group Size: 30
  • API Providers: Palisis TourCMS
  • Magpie ID: XKIHJS
  • Currency: GBP
  • Language: English
  • Timezone: Europe/London
  • Booking Cutoff: 0 hours
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. 

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
  • 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. 

    Included / Excluded
    What's 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
    What's Not Included
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Gratuities
    Start / End Locations

    Start Location: Duke of York Column, London, UK

    Commentary

    Guide : English

    Important Information
    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 Cutoff: 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

    Options

    Buckingham Palace Tour and Changing of the Guard Ceremony

    RETAIL PRICE
    Adult (13-64 years) £68.00
    Kid (0-3 years) £0.00
    Youth (4-12 years) £0.00
    Senior (65+ years) £0.00
    Points of interest
    • Buckingham Palace, London, UK
    • 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