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15 Best London Royal Tours

Royal London in list form: Changing of the Guard walks, palace visits and royal history itineraries. Buckingham Palace’s State Rooms open to visitors only in summer, roughly July to September. The Guard ceremony alternates days outside peak season, so check the schedule before building a morning around it.

1.Buckingham Palace: The State Rooms Entrance Ticket

Discover the grandeur of Buckingham Palace's State Rooms with our exclusive entrance ticket. Immerse yourself in royal history and experience the opulence firsthand. Book now!

Most Popular★ 4.6

“Great opportunity to see the palace inside. Some of rooms were closed and it’s pity it cannot be photographed from inside yet still great experience”

7,395 reviews2.5 hoursFrom $44by Royal Collection Trust

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2.London: Kensington Palace Sightseeing Entrance Tickets

Experience royal grandeur at Kensington Palace! Get your entrance tickets for an unforgettable sightseeing adventure in London's iconic landmark. Book now and step into history!

★ 4.5

“Although tourists are only allowed to visit certain parts of the palace, the accessible sections are interesting and well presented.”

4,172 reviews1 dayFrom $27by Historic Royal Palaces

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3.London: Westminster Abbey, Big Ben & Buckingham Guided Tour

Discover London's iconic landmarks like Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace on this guided tour with skip-the-line access and expert insights.

★ 4.8

“We had a wonderful tour, thanks to Alexandra. She was knowledgeable, engaging, and very passionate about London’s history. The pace was perfect, the explanations were clear, and she shared many interesting facts and stories that made Westminster, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace come alive. Alexandra…”

3,240 reviews3 - 4 hoursFrom $55by Rosotravel UK

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4.London: Discover ‘Royal London’ Walking Tour

Explore the regal side of London on our exclusive 'Royal London' walking tour. Uncover hidden gems, majestic landmarks, and royal secrets. Book your adventure now!

★ 4.3

“Our guide, Handsome Cristopher, was fantastic! He showed us everything from the best possible locations and kept the entire experience fun and engaging. We had an amazing time thanks to his humor, knowledge, and great energy. Excellent job — highly recommended!”

2,971 reviews2 hoursFrom $26by Empire Tours and Productions LLC (United Kingdom)

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5.Best of London Including Tower of London, Changing of the Guard, With a Cream Tea or London Eye Upgr

Discover the ultimate London experience! From the iconic Tower of London to the mesmerizing Changing of the Guard, indulge in a delightful Cream Tea or upgrade to the London Eye.

★ 4.5

“This was a great tour! Our guide Soso was extremely knowledgeable and gave us lots of info and tips to see the best things on the tour.”

2,672 reviews4 to 9 hours (approx.)From $95.29by Premium Tours

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6.London: Experience the Changing of The Guard

Discover the majestic Changing of The Guard ceremony in London. Immerse yourself in this iconic tradition and witness the grandeur of British culture firsthand.

★ 4.8

“Nathan our tour guide was amazing. Such a great experience. So educational and a great way to view the changing of the guards. Very educational.”

2,510 reviews2 hoursFrom $15by Urban Saunters Ltd

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8.London: Westminster and Changing of the Guard Tour

Experience the timeless elegance of London's Westminster and witness the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony. Don't miss this unforgettable tour. Book your adventure now!

★ 4.5

“Harry is giving all the useful information, including the ones not included in the tourist guides. He brought us to excellent spots for watching. I will take it again, in a much less crowdy day”

2,171 reviewsFrom $24.25by Secret Chamber Tours Ltd

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10.Changing of the Guard Guided Walking Tour in London

Discover the secrets of London's iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony. Join our guided walking tour and witness this historic event up close. Book your spot now!

★ 5.0

“David was very informative and entertaining. He knew all the secrets of how and where to place us to get the best view. I would recommend that you do this tour if visiting London.”

1,793 reviews1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)From $25.52by Fun London Tours Ltd

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

Experience the grandeur of Buckingham Palace with our exclusive entrance tickets! Witness the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony and immerse yourself in British history. Book now!

★ 4.0

“It was an ok tour. It’s more of an outdoor experience and then on your own for the Buckingham Palace, which was ok.”

1,720 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $98.72by City Wonders UK

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13.London in One Day Tour With Changing of the Guard With London Eye Option

Discover the best of London in just one day! Witness the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony and experience the city's stunning views from the London Eye.

★ 4.5

“This is a good way to see the area in one day. Our guide seemed to stretch out her stories to make the stops longer. For those of us wanting to catch the eye she could have given us the option to see the tower…”

1,678 reviews9 hours (approx.)From $177.76by Evan Evans Tours

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14.London: Changing of the Guard Tour by Buckingham Palace

Discover the iconic Changing of the Guard in London with this guided walking tour—expert guides, prime viewing spots, and authentic royal traditions.

★ 4.2

“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!”

1,655 reviews90 minutes - 4 hoursFrom $18by City Wonders Ltd. UK

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15.Guided Tour of London Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham

Discover London's iconic landmarks with our immersive guided tour! From Westminster Abbey to Big Ben and Buckingham Palace, experience the city's royal charm firsthand.

★ 4.5

“We thoroughly enjoyed the walking tour with Jackie. She was fabulous; incredibly informative. Thank you for a lovely experience!”

1,213 reviews3 to 4 hours (approx.)From $95.70by UK Tours & Activites

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4.8London: 1-Hour Guided Tour of the Royal Albert Hall1 hour$26 4.5London: Buckingham Palace Tickets With Royal Walking Tour2.5 hours$93 4.8London: Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey & Big Ben Tour5 hours$91 4.5Changing of the Guard Walking Tour Experience1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$19.34 4.5The Kensington Palace Gardens Royal High Tea2 hours (approx.)$158.11 5.0Changing of the Guard Walking Tour in London2 hours (approx.)$19.42 4.3From London: Royal Windsor Afternoon Tour5.5 hours$93 5.0Changing of the Guard Walking Tour1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)$26.35 3.5Kensington Palace Entrance Ticket3 hours (approx.)$28.31 4.5Buckingham Palace State Rooms Entry Ticket4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$151.24 5.0London: Royal Historic Pubs Walking Tour2.5 hours$39 5.0London: Buckingham Palace & Big Ben (& Westminster Abbey Entry)5 hours (approx.)$135.87 3.6London: Buckingham Palace & Changing of the Guard Experience2 hours$23 4.5London: Changing of the Guard Walking Tour2 hours$26 5.0Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Guided Tour of London4 hours (approx.)$113.68 3.8Buckingham Palace: The Queen’s Gallery Entrance Ticket 4.0Royal Observatory Greenwich Entrance Ticket2 hours (approx.)$33.90 4.6London: Buckingham, Big Ben & Westminster Abbey Tour3 - 7 hours$85 4.6London: Kensington Palace Afternoon Tea & Guided Walk2 - 4 hours$151 4.5Royal Westminster and Changing of the Guard Tour2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)$24.95 4.6London: Kensington Palace Gardens Tour With Royal High Tea$160.29 4.5London: Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass6 hours$40 4.5London Walking Tour With Westminster Abbey and Changing of the Guard3 hours (approx.)$86.45 4.5Buckingham Palace Entrance Ticket With Royal London Walking Tour2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$95.29