A professional guide leads the route between the ceremonies; hotel pickup and drop-off are excluded. 5 from 31 reviews at €409 per person for 2h 30m.
In our comparison: #24 of 47 in Pub Tours & Pub Crawls, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €409 per adult.
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 31 of 31
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Reviewers praise the guides' stories and viewing positions; unexpected events can change the planned itinerary.
Written by Guidekin from the 31 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (13 May 2017 to 5 July 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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We will move between different locations in order to see as many highlights of the Changing the Guard ceremony in London as possible without going to the gates of Buckingham Palace.
1h 30mWe'll hear of the incredible history of this famous Tudor Palace known to King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn
15 minYour guide will show you the perfect place to stand for the best photo of Buckingham Palace. Hear about it surprising history... (Please note we do not go inside the palace)
15 minGet right up close to the horse guards as they begin their daily duty. An incredible sight for everyone, especially horse lovers!
15 minCheck out our most ornate park, home to swans, ducks, squirrels and pelicans!
15 minThis is the best way to maximise your time in London and witness highlights of both changing the guard ceremonies in London.
First up, we will witness the amazing moment when the King's Lifeguard - aka the Household Cavalry - come on duty. Our expert guide will ensure you're super close to the action. If you love horses, this is perfect!
Then we make a beeline for the main event - Changing the Guard. This is where we will see the iconic guards with their bearskin hats marching along the Mall. If your group are keen, we will march alongside the band!
We'll then see a second group of guards marching from their barracks, and get the perfect photo of Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the monarchy, before taking in Clarence House (home of King Charles) and the 500 year old St James Palace.
We will adapt the pace and content of the tour to your wishes, with our royal and changing the guard expert able to answer all your questions about these incredible ceremonies.
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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #24 of 47 | €409 | 2h 30m | 5.0 (31) | private |
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| Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London | €38 | 2h | 4.99 (996) | shared |
Ranked #24 of 47 in Pub Tours & Pub Crawls by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €17 to €409, median €38; typical length 2h 30m. 5 of 47 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 47 Pub Tours & Pub Crawls