Best of London Tour: Tower & Changing of the Guard
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the historic Tower of London
- Witness the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony
- Learn about London's rich history
- Enjoy guided insights from a knowledgeable tour guide
- Experience London's top attractions in one day
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of the Tower of London
- Witnessing the Changing of the Guard ceremony
- Transportation between sites
- Meals and beverages
Meeting point
Start Location
Victoria Coach Station, Buckingham Palace Road, London, UK
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress accordingly.
- Photography may be restricted in certain areas; follow the guide's instructions.
- The Changing of the Guard ceremony schedule can vary; check the official schedule in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking and standing for extended periods.
- Bring a camera to capture the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony and historic sites.
- Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately for the day's conditions.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- This tour has multiple options. Please choose the one that suits you before booking
- A full day of exploring takes about 8 hours, or around 4 hours if you'd prefer our half-day morning tour (finishing at Buckingham Palace)
- Changing of the Guard: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun, and daily May–July. May change or cancel last minute, but we'll always stop for a photo
- St. Paul's: no guided tour on Sundays though you're welcome to pop in
- London Eye upgrade: a short, pleasant walk from Westminster Pier after your cruise
Traveler reviews
ZoZo is the man
Our guide was ZoZo he was unbelievable so knowledgeable would give him an A plus rating
Our tour guide was...
Our tour guide was amazing. So knowledgeable, engaging, and made sure everyone was taken care of. Give him a raise!
Great way to see lots in a day!
Did this tour with a friend during a short stay in London, it was a great way to see lots of sites in just a day!
Great tour guide!
Great day, Anna was entertaining and full of so much knowledge. We both loved this tour and highly recommend it. The Cream Tea add on was definately worth it as well!
Watch your booking advice
The only reason I gave this a poor rating was at the time I booked I specifically said it MUST include the changing of the guard. The live agent doubled checked & said it definitely would be !!! I still questioned it because I thought it never occurred on weekends . He said it does only in summer months. So I went ahead & booked. I was VERY disappointed it did not! And was told it never does. I felt mislead. Plus I had to upgrade to full day excursion to fill in time. Other than the booking error we did enjoy the guided bus trip, St.Paul’s cathedral, Tower of London& the cruise. Our guide Carol was excellent. Very knowledgeable & entertaining. Richard our driver did a great job driving in the chaos.