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Guided Tour of Westminster with Westminster Abbey Entry and Changing of the Guard

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Overview

Walk past London landmarks like Big Ben on this small group guided walking tour of Westminster, then take a self-guided tour of Westminster Abbey.

Highlights

  • Explore London's iconic landmarks on a guided small-group walking tour, including Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and Westminster Abbey.
  • Stroll through serene Green Park and St. James's Park, home to the iconic pelicans, and peek at 10 Downing Street, the Prime Minister's residence.
  • Explore the magnificent Westminster Abbey, the coronation church of British monarchs for over 900 years, with an audio guide at your own pace.
  • See the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard ceremony in the morning, with the best possible vantage points thanks to your local guide (Mon/Weds/Fri/Sun only).
  • Fun fact: Pelicans have called St. James's Park home since 1664, when a Russian ambassador gifted them to King Charles II.

Inclusions

  • 3-hour guided walking tour of Westminster
  • 2-hour self-guided tour of Westminster Abbey
  • Changing of the Guard ceremony
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entry to Westminster Abbey
  • Audio guide for Westminster Abbey
  • Small group of 15 people or less

Exclusions

  • Guided tour of Westminster Abbey

Cancellation Policy

Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.

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Your Experience

Your experience

Uncover London’s iconic Westminster area

Step into the heart of London on this small-group walking tour of Westminster with an expert local guide. The journey begins in Green Park, before reaching Buckingham Palace to witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Admire the architectural grandeur of the Admiralty Arch and St. James's Palace, historically significant buildings lining the route towards Buckingham Palace. Your guide will share fascinating facts, historical anecdotes, and hidden gems throughout the tour, bringing London's vibrant past to life. See this quintessentially British tradition, and capture photos of the palace and the guards in their iconic red attire. Towering above you will be the neo-gothic grandeur of the Houses of Parliament, the famous clock tower housing Big Ben. Did you know Big Ben is actually the name of the bell inside?

Step inside British history

Peek at the doorway of 10 Downing Street, the residence of the Prime Minister, steeped in British political history. Whitehall, once a royal palace, now houses government offices. The tour culminates at Parliament Square, where iconic landmarks like the London Eye. Finally, explore Westminster Abbey with an audio guide and be awestruck by the Gothic architecture. Explore the final resting place of monarchs and historical figures like Charles Darwin and Isaac Newton.

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