Discover fascinating history and stories on a royal walking tour of London as you witness the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony and explore the Royal Mews, Buckingham Palace's working stables, to get up close to the iconic Gold State Coach.
KILLED - London: Royal London Walking Tour with Guard Change & Royal Mews
Summary Description
Highlights
- Pre-reserved entry to the Royal Mews (stables)
- See royal sites in central London such as Clarence House and St. James’s Park
- Gain an unrivaled glimpse into centuries of royalty in the United Kingdom
- Get insider knowledge from your guide, a Royal Family expert
- Witness the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony
Description
Get an inside glimpse into centuries of history as you explore the impressive Royal Mews, the working stables of the Royal Family. See the instantly recognizable Gold State Coach that generations of royalty have used for coronations and weddings throughout the centuries. With pre-reserved tickets, you'll save time and the hassle of arranging this once-in-a-lifetime visit yourself. Along the way there, you’ll witness the centuries-old Changing of the Guard Ceremony and make your way from parks to palaces. At each stop, you'll dive deep into the heart of royal life in the UK as your guide introduces you to the generations of kings, queens, princes, and princesses that have called this corner of London home throughout the centuries.
Skip the line and embark on a fascinating experience at the Royal Mews where you'll discover the coaches and carriages at one of the finest working stables in existence.
One highlight of the Royal Mews is the Gold State Coach, used by Queen Elizabeth II to travel to Westminster Abbey on her Coronation Day in 1953. It was also featured in the Platinum Jubilee Pageant celebrating her seventy-year reign. More recently it took pride of place at the Coronation of King Charles III in 2023. You’ll have plenty of time to explore the Royal Mews at your own pace with the informative audio guide.
The introduction to the Royal Mews is of course your royal walking tour of London beginning outside Buckingham Palace. Your guide will give you and your small group a crash course in regal life. Continue through Green Park and stop outside Clarence House, a 19th-century estate that the most recent royals have called home. Then, head further back in time to St. James’s Palace, used as a royal residence for over 300 years up until the reign of Queen Victoria and a working palace to this day. Next, follow the path of many a royal procession as you stroll down The Mall, the instantly recognizable route running alongside St. James’s Park. Listen to stories of events commemorated in history books that used this very route, from royal weddings to coronations and Jubilee celebrations.
Pop into St. James’s Park, the city’s oldest Royal Park, whose history has been shaped by monarchs since the 16th century. After, pass by Wellington Barracks, home to the royal Foot Guards on duty in the area. Enjoy the best vantage point of the Changing of the Guard ceremony. See the guards who have been protecting the monarch for over 400 years go through their elaborate ritual handing over their responsibilities to the next shift. Finally, you'll say goodbye to your guide at the Royal Mews where you'll explore the stables at your own pace.
Included / Excluded
- Pre-reserved skip-the-line Royal Mews tickets
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour of London
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Canada Gate, S Carriage Dr, London, UK
Start Location Notes: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Canada Gate, South Carriage Drive, London W1J 7NT. (Please note, taxis will not be allowed to drop guests off at the meeting point).
Start Location Directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/QEtxRPvFAacE77cy5
Commentary
Guide : English
Audio : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, but space is limited please make sure to email our Guest Experience team.
- Please note - The Staterooms are open from July 11 to Sept. 29 of the current fiscal year. When the Staterooms are closed you will visit the Royal Mews instead and the duration will be shorter (2.5 hrs)
- This tour is in English.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
- When you arrive, you will pass through an airport-style security check.
- Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- Tips/Gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- You can take photographs in the Royal Mews.
- Eating and drinking are not allowed inside the Royal Mews.
- We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, but space is limited please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at [email protected] at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
- Please note - The Staterooms are open from July 11 to Sept. 29 of the current fiscal year. When the Staterooms are closed you will visit the Royal Mews instead and the duration will be shorter (2.5 hrs)
- Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
Options and Pricing
Skip-the-Line Buckingham Palace & Royal London Walking Tour
| Skip-the-Line Buckingham Palace & Royal London Walking Tour | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (18 - 99 years) | £59.00 |
| Child (6 - 17 years) | £49.00 |
| Infant (0 - 5 years) | N/A |
Points of interest
- Clarence House, Cleveland Row, London, UK
- St James Park, Hartington Road, London, UK
- Buckingham Palace, London, UK
- Wellington Arch, Apsley Way, London, UK
- The Mall, Windsor Road, London, UK
- Constitution Hill, Constitution Hill, London, UK
- Royal Mews, Buckingham Palace Road, London, UK
- St James's Palace, Marlborough Road, London, UK
Terms and Conditions
Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.
Additional Information
Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.
Redemption Information
Tickets will be held at the box office
About operator:
Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.
In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Basic Information
- Duration: 4 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Max Group Size: 15
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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