About this tour
Explore Westminster Abbey's tombs, coronation chapels and royal history with a Blue Badge guide, then stroll through St James's Park to observe resident wildlife before heading to witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony at the royal palaces. This 3.5-hour private tour combines ecclesiastical splendour with pageantry and parkland in central London. You'll skip entry queues and benefit from expert interpretation throughout.
Highlights
- Blue Badge guide leads you through Westminster Abbey's royal tombs and coronation sites
- Skip-the-line access to the Abbey included in your private group
- St James's Park offers resident waterfowl and landscaped views
- Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace (subject to schedule)
- Walk past Clarence House and St James's Palace
- Fully accessible route suitable for wheelchair users
What to expect
Your guide meets you at Westminster Abbey and takes you through the Gothic interior, pointing out where monarchs have been crowned, married and laid to rest. You'll see monuments and chapels without jostling crowds. Next, you'll cross into St James's Park, spotting pelicans, ducks and other park residents in their natural setting. Finally, head towards the royal residences to catch the Changing of the Guard ceremony if scheduled that day. If the ceremony doesn't proceed, you'll walk the perimeter of Buckingham Palace, Clarence House and St James's Palace instead, learning about their significance and architectural details.
Good to know
The Changing of the Guard runs on a set but unpublished schedule—bring flexibility. Admission to Westminster Abbey is included; meals and tips aren't. Public transport nearby; ask your guide for local options. All paths are wheelchair accessible, with accessible transport available.
Frequently asked
- How long does Private Tour of Westminster Abbey and Changing of the Guard take?
- Private Tour of Westminster Abbey and Changing of the Guard runs for approximately 3h 30m.
- How much does Private Tour of Westminster Abbey and Changing of the Guard cost?
- Prices start from AUD $425 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Private Tour of Westminster Abbey and Changing of the Guard run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Private Tour of Westminster Abbey and Changing of the Guard?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.