--- title: Guided Kensington Palace Tour, Royal Guard Change & Afternoon Tea lang: en type: tour city: London country: United Kingdom price: 82 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.6 reviews: 89 duration_minutes: 330 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 45 of 48 (Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/guided-kensington-palace-tour-royal-guard-change-afternoon-tea/ --- # Guided Kensington Palace Tour, Royal Guard Change & Afternoon Tea **Guidekin's take:** Explore Kensington Gardens and visit Kensington Palace with pre-reserved admission and a self-guided audio visit inside. Afternoon tea at the Orangery and royal ceremony stops depend on the option selected; Changing the Guard can be cancelled at short notice. 4.6 from 89 reviews at €82 per person for 5h 30m. ## Overview Step into British royal tradition with a full-day experience covering London’s finest royal sites and ceremonies. From the best vantage point of Buckingham Palace's iconic Changing of the Guard to a visit to Kensington Palace complete with a traditional afternoon tea, you'll explore centuries of royal history as you hear tales of Queen Victoria, Princess Diana, and more. With all logistics taken care of—including pre-reserved access with an audio guide to Kensington Palace—this royal London tour is a perfect day out for anyone captivated by British history and regal charm. Upgrade to a private tour when you select Private Kensington Palace Tour at the time of booking. A dedicated guide just for your party will take you on a royal walking tour of London, accompany you for afternoon tea, and escort you to Kensington Palace for a self-guided visit. If you're short on time, select the "Kensington Palace and Gardens" option for a shorter tour focused on the Palace and its gardens. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 10:00: one departure a day - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €70: ages 2 to 14 ## Key facts - Price: from €82 per person for the Kensington Palace & Gardens option; other options up to €244 - Duration: 5h 30m - Rating: 4.6/5 from 89 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 90% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Walks - UK ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Kensington Palace & Gardens | €82 / person | English | Group Kensington Palace only: Explore Kensington Palace and its gardens with pre-reserved entry. Hyde Park, tea, and Changing of the Guard are not included Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Starting point: The Albert... | | Group Kensington Palace Tour | €130 / person | English | with Guard Change & Tea: Enjoy London’s royal pageantry with the Guard Change, a walk through Hyde Park, afternoon tea and a Kensington Palace visit Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes Starting point: Guards Memorial, 69... | | Private Kensington Palace Tour | €244 / person (for 2+ people) | English | with Guard Change & Tea: Enjoy a private London royal tour with Changing of the Guard, afternoon tea, and Kensington Palace entry. Starting point: Guards Memorial, 69 Horse Guards Rd, London SW1A 2BJ, UK | ## What's included - Local English-speaking guide - St. James Palace (exterior)(if option selected) - Clarence House (exterior)(if option selected) - Afternoon tea at the Orangery (if option selected) - Kensington Gardens - Pre-reserved tickets to Kensington Palace - Buckingham Palace (exterior) (if option selected) - Audio guide at Kensington Palace - The Mall (if option selected) ## Not included - Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Guard's Division Memorial** (15m) - Start your royal London tour at the Guards Memorial, where your guide will introduce the British regiments that guard the royal palaces. 2. **Changing of the Guard** (1h 15m) - Settle in for a front-row view of the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. While most tourists jostle for space in front of the palace, they'll actually miss most of the main event! Instead, your guide will lead you to the perfect vantage point to see the full... 3. **Hyde Park** (1h 30m) - From there, stroll through the beautiful Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens, where you’ll see iconic landmarks like the Diana Memorial Fountain and the Albert Memorial. Along the way, your guide will bring London’s royal history to life, sharing tales of the monarchy, famous... 4. **Before your self-guided tour of Kensington Palace, you'll indulge in a tradit...** (1h; admission included) - Before your self-guided tour of Kensington Palace, you'll indulge in a traditional afternoon tea at the Orangery, complete with scones, sandwiches, and more in a delightful baroque setting. (if option selected) 5. **Kensington Palace** (1h 30m; admission included) - Your final stop is Kensington Palace. Explore this historic residence at your own pace with an audio guide to imagine life as a young Queen Victoria in these grand surroundings. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at The Albert Memorial, Kensington Gardens, London W2 2UH, UK. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJlbSG51oFdkgRLEF7gT6hWDM ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - The tour is in English. - Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers. - This is a walking tour so guests should be able to walk at least 3 miles without difficulty. - Changing the Guard can sometimes be cancelled at very short notice, especially in wet weather and can be decided as late as 10:45am on the day. The tour will still run with an alternative itinerary. - Kensington Palace is Self guided with audio guide. - Please note that for security reasons bag searches might take place at Kensington Palace - Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests. ## Compared with other Food Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #45 of 48** | €82 | 5h 30m | 4.6 (89) | shared | | [Winner 2026 London East End Food Tour: 10 Year Anniversary](/uk/london/tours/winner-2026-london-east-end-food-tour-10-year-anniversary/?format=md) | €106 | 3h 30m | 4.96 (1919) | shared | | [London Foodie Adventure with Sherpa Food Tour](/uk/london/tours/london-foodie-adventure-with-sherpa-food-tour/?format=md) | €89 | 3h 30m | 4.96 (1450) | shared | | [London: Borough Market and London Bridge Food Tour](/uk/london/tours/london-borough-market-and-london-bridge-food-tour/?format=md) | €102 | 3h | 4.96 (793) | shared | Ranked #45 of 48 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €17 to €398, median €89; typical length 3h. 7 of 48 are private. 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