Follow the King's Lifeguard coming on duty before heading to Changing the Guard on a private tour for your party. A professional guide leads the route between the ceremonies; hotel pickup and drop-off are excluded. 5 from 31 reviews at €407 per person for 2h 30m.
This 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.
This tour runs Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun, departing at 09:15. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked October 1, 2026.
Your guide will be carrying a Fun London Tours flag and will meet you outside the Methodist Central Hall, SW1H 9NH. Arrive 10 minutes early for check in.
Open in Google MapsWe will finish near St James Palace. Closest tube station will be Green Park.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| 1+ days | Full refund |
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| This tour · #24 of 47 | €407 | 2h 30m | 5.0 (31) | private |
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