About this tour
Explore the palaces, residences and favoured shops that define Britain's Royal Family on this intimate three to four-hour walking tour through central London. Your guide leads a maximum of six people through Buckingham Palace, St James's Palace and other landmarks steeped in royal history, revealing both the public grandeur and the private preferences of the monarchy. The morning departure at 9:30am on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays positions you to witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony firsthand, marching alongside the soldiers as they progress towards the Palace.
Highlights
- Walk in step with the Guard during the changing of ceremony
- Buckingham Palace and St James's Palace architectural details
- Royal-warrant shops and businesses favoured by the family
- Sites linked to Princess Diana and Winston Churchill
- Big Ben, House of Commons and The Ritz explored
- Maximum six people ensures genuine conversation with guide
- Suitable for all fitness levels and families with pushchairs
What to expect
Your guide navigates you through London's royal quarter at a measured pace, stopping at significant buildings to unpack their architectural features and the stories they hold. You'll learn which tailors, jewellers and grocers hold Royal Warrants—the official seal of approval from the Royal Household—and understand how these businesses have served the family for generations. The narrative weaves together public ceremonies with private history, including Diana's connection to certain locations and Churchill's role in twentieth-century royal life. If attending the morning slot on a permitted day, you'll position yourself within the ceremonial route to observe the Guard's procession up close, experiencing the choreography and pageantry without crowds.
Good to know
The 9:30am start captures the Changing of the Guard on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays only. Tours depart from central London with good public transport links nearby. Prams and strollers are welcome. Bring comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Snacks are not included.
Frequently asked
- How long does Royal London And Changing of Guard - Very Small Group Tour take?
- Royal London And Changing of Guard - Very Small Group Tour runs for approximately 3 hours – 4 hours.
- How much does Royal London And Changing of Guard - Very Small Group Tour cost?
- Prices start from GBP $75 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Royal London And Changing of Guard - Very Small Group Tour run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Royal London And Changing of Guard - Very Small Group Tour?
- 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.