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The 15 Best Buckingham Palace & Changing of the Guard Tours

48 tours  ·  from $14

The ceremony is free and the forecourt is full an hour early; the State Rooms open only in late summer. These 15 cover both, with prices, meeting points and which days the guard actually changes.

Buckingham Palace: The State Rooms Entrance Ticket - Entering from Gate A on Buckingham Gate
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Buckingham Palace: The State Rooms Entrance Ticket

1.Buckingham Palace: The State Rooms Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7,395 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $44Our pick

Enter Buckingham Palace through the State Rooms Visitor Entrance and explore grand rooms filled with paintings, porcelain, sculptures, and fine furniture. A multimedia guide in nine languages lets you set your own pace. Allow extra time for the Garden Café, lawn views, and gift shop.

“So cool to see them and also good not taking photos and being in the moment listening to the commentary. Very interesting. Walking in the steps of so much history.”

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London: Buckingham Palace & Changing of the Guard Experience - Starting at Green Park Tube station
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London: Buckingham Palace & Changing of the Guard Experience

2.Buckingham Palace & Changing of the Guard Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,971 reviews · 2 hours · from $26

In two hours, an English- or French-speaking guide leads you from Green Park past St. James’s Palace, Clarence House, Lancaster House, Buckingham Palace, Whitehall, and Westminster Abbey. You’ll see the daily Horse Guards ceremony, plus the Foot Guards on select days. Guides include Chris, Joanne, Angie, Jude, and Tim.

““Handsome Christopher” was so fun and exceptionally funny. He was knowledgeable, kept the tour running smoothly, explained things very well, and knew all the right spots to see The Changing of the Guards. Excellent time, and excellent tour Chris!”

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London Sightseeing Tour: Guard Change with Tower of London Option - Buckingham Palace and the guard ceremony
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London Sightseeing Tour: Guard Change with Tower of London Option

3.London Sightseeing Tour: Guard Change with Tower of London Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,672 reviews · 4 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $95

Start at Victoria Coach Station for a guided London tour by air-conditioned coach. Visit St. Paul’s Cathedral, see Westminster and Buckingham Palace, and choose a full day with the Tower of London and Thames cruise. Optional upgrades add Harrods cream tea or the London Eye.

“It is a long day, however, you do get to see a few of the most iconic places to visit in London in one day.”

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London: Changing of The Guard Tour - Starting at Waterloo Place with Edward VII
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London: Changing of The Guard Tour

4.Changing of The Guard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,510 reviews · 2 hours · from $15Best value

Join an English-speaking guide such as Nathan, Babs, Chris, or Jo for a two-hour walk from Waterloo Place to Buckingham Palace. You will follow the guards, stop at St James’s Palace and Clarence House, and watch the ceremony from several smartly chosen positions.

“Our guide, Alan, was very knowledgeable, friendly and looked after our experience to ensure other tourists didnt get into our space.”

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London: Westminster and Changing of the Guard Tour - Buckingham Palace and the first royal view
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London: Westminster and Changing of the Guard Tour

5.Westminster and Changing of the Guard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,171 reviews · from $24

Walk from Green Park to Buckingham Palace, St James’s Park, Westminster, Whitehall, and Trafalgar Square with an English-speaking guide. Harry, John, Alan, and Peter are among the guides praised for sharp timing, engaging stories, and finding good viewing spots for the guards.

“Guide was very knowledgeable and adapted to a changed guard’s schedule. Knew that the king was soon to leave st James palace and positioned us so that we saw him as he was driven past. Great experience”

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London: Westminster Abbey, Big Ben & Buckingham Guided Tour - A guide-led visit rather than a quick photo stop
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London: Westminster Abbey, Big Ben & Buckingham Guided Tour

6.Westminster Abbey, Big Ben & Buckingham Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,170 reviews · from $101

Spend about 105 minutes inside Westminster Abbey with a licensed guide such as Lucy, Matt, or Gabrielle, then walk from Big Ben through St James’s Park to Buckingham Palace. This group tour, limited to 20 people, focuses on royal history and includes priority Abbey entry, but not palace or tower tickets.

“Jeremy was awesome - so pleasant and professional and SO knowledgeable about London and its history.”

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Changing of the Guard Guided Walking Tour in London - St. James’s Palace and the royal quarter
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Changing of the Guard Guided Walking Tour in London

7.Changing of the Guard Guided Walking Tour in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,793 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $25Top rated

Walk from Piccadilly Circus to Buckingham Palace with guides such as Joe, Angie, Paul, and Alex. You’ll follow the guards along the Mall, see St. James’s Palace, hear royal history, and catch ceremony highlights from several viewpoints. Expect stairs, crowds, brisk walking, and no palace courtyard access.

“Our Angie was absolutely amazing. We had a good time. Wonderful experience. Would highly recommend to everyone and don’t forget. Angie was spectacular.”

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Buckingham Palace: The Royal Mews Entrance Ticket - Entering the Mews on Buckingham Palace Road
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Buckingham Palace: The Royal Mews Entrance Ticket

8.Buckingham Palace: The Royal Mews Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,759 reviews · from $22

Visit the Royal Mews on Buckingham Palace Road to see the Gold State Coach, Diamond Jubilee State Coach, royal horses, and historic carriages. Your ticket includes a multimedia guide in nine languages. This is a Mews visit, not entry to Buckingham Palace’s State Rooms.

“Absolutely loved it. Great experience seeing the horses, the carriages and the stables.”

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Buckingham Palace Entrance Ticket & Changing of the Guard Tour - Entering Buckingham Palace’s State Rooms
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Buckingham Palace Entrance Ticket & Changing of the Guard Tour

9.Buckingham Palace Entrance Ticket & Changing of the Guard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,720 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $98

Meet at the Duke of York Column for a guided walk through St. James’s Park, royal commentary, and a planned viewing point for the guard ceremony. Then enter Buckingham Palace for a self-guided audio visit through the State Rooms. Guides may include Louise, Aaron, Cecily, or Carla.

“Long tour. Lots of walking. Lots of tourists. Use a tour. Do not go on your own. Gathering point somewhat chaotic. Planning on minimum 2 hours.”

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London: Changing of the Guard Tour by Buckingham Palace - Following the guards for 75 minutes
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London: Changing of the Guard Tour by Buckingham Palace

10.Changing of the Guard Tour by Buckingham Palace

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,655 reviews · 90 minutes - 4 hours · from $18

Meet by the Duke of York Column and follow an English-speaking guide through the Changing of the Guard. Guides such as Louise, Natalie, and Ian lead you to strong viewing spots, explain the ceremony, and finish near Buckingham Palace. Optional tickets add the Royal Mews or King’s Gallery.

“Katerina was fun, knowledgeable and knew exactly where to have us stand for great views and pictures. Also, gave us a wonderful history of the palace and the ceremony. Wonderful way to start our trip!”

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Walking Tour of London Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham - Churchill, Parliament Square, and the first look at Big Ben
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Walking Tour of London Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham

11.Walking Tour of London Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,213 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $95

Walk about 3.2 kilometers through Westminster with a Blue Badge guide, seeing Big Ben, Parliament, St. James’s Park, Buckingham Palace, and St. James’s Palace. Choose four hours with a guided Westminster Abbey visit or three hours with self-entry for an organ recital, evensong, or mass.

“Fantastic tour experience led by an immensely knowledgeable guide who constantly delighted us with well delivered jokes. We would highly recommend this to any family looking to know more about English history and get the most possible out of sightseeing”

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London: Buckingham Palace Entry Ticket & Royal Walking Tour - Start at the Duke of York Column, not the palace gates
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London: Buckingham Palace Entry Ticket & Royal Walking Tour

12.Buckingham Palace Entry Ticket & Royal Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,010 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $93

Meet near the Duke of York Column for a lively English-language walk past the Mall, St. James’s Park, and St James’s Palace. Then enter Buckingham Palace with a timed ticket, use the official audio guide, and explore the State Rooms and garden at your own pace.

“excellent way to experience this remarkable place. Word of advice, avoid the crowd and choose the 9am slot.”

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London: Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey & Big Ben Tour - Buckingham Palace and the royal opening
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London: Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey & Big Ben Tour

13.Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey & Big Ben Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 949 reviews · 5 hours · from $91

Spend five hours exploring central London with guides such as Chris, Will, Ash, or Ari. Walk from Green Park past Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, Big Ben, and Parliament, then enter Westminster Abbey with a pre-booked ticket.

“Enjoyed this tour! Ashely was fun and full of information and made this experience very interesting. Definitely I recommended it.”

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Changing of the Guard Guided Tour at Buckingham Palace - Following the footguards and household cavalry
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Changing of the Guard Guided Tour at Buckingham Palace

14.Changing of the Guard Guided Tour at Buckingham Palace

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 941 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $19

Meet your English-speaking guide at the Duke of York Column, then follow the guards through St. James’s and toward Buckingham Palace. Headsets, several viewing positions, royal stories, and a 90-minute walk are included. Royal Mews and The King’s Gallery require the upgrade option.

“They should know it is not guaranteed. Depends on weather It was informative and interesting. Guide was very good”

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Changing of the Guard Walking Tour in London at Buckingham Palace - Stop 1: watching the Changing of the Guard
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Changing of the Guard Walking Tour in London at Buckingham Palace

15.Changing of the Guard Walking Tour in London at Buckingham Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 919 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $19

Follow a professional guide from Victoria Palace Theatre through royal London to watch the Changing of the Guard from several carefully chosen spots. Rachel, Mike, Connor, Betsy, and other guides share ceremony details and palace history. Expect three miles of walking, standing, crowds, and no stop at Buckingham Palace’s front gates.

“Excellent experience to listen to the history of its origin and the continuation of this long tradition .”

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