Buckingham Palace entry and Changing the Guard. Small group Tour in London
London, United Kingdom

Buckingham Palace entry and Changing the Guard. Small group Tour

Outty Ranking 71 4.9 · 19 traveler reviews3.5 hoursFrom $56

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71/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

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4.9/5

Based on 19 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Buckingham Palace entry and Changing the Guard. Small group Tour worth booking?

Buckingham Palace entry and Changing the Guard. Small group Tour is a 3.5-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $56 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 19 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
71 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (19)
Duration
3.5 hours
From
$56 per person

For a very limited period of the year, Buckingham Palace opens its doors to visitors. Discover the grandeur, marvel at the majesty and soak up the sumptuous interiors of the Royal Residence of King Charles III. We'll nav

What you get

    About this experience

    For a very limited period of the year, Buckingham Palace opens its doors to visitors. Discover the grandeur, marvel at the majesty and soak up the sumptuous interiors of the Royal Residence of King Charles III. We'll navigate the crowds and sort out all the ticketing and logistics so that you can really enjoy the moment. Before entering Buckingham Palace, your guide will provide you with a unique insight into the Change of the Guard ceremony. At Fun London Tours we have been providing the most highly acclaimed Change of the Guard tour since 2013. But as part of a small group (maximum 15 people), the experience of the ceremony will be even more personal, satisfying, and bespoke than you will find within a larger group. Tickets to both this tour and Buckingham Palace sell out fast, so make your booking as far in advance as possible to avoid disappointment! Note - our guides do not accompany you inside Buckingham Palace, and on a rainy day the ceremony may be scaled down.

    What's included

    Included

    • Entrance ticket to Buckingham Palace

    What you'll see and do

    1. Changing of the Guard

      Enjoy the ceremony with an expert guide. Its a busy event, so your guide will not only impart great information in an entertaining way, but also ensure you are in the right place at the right time to see the ceremony in all its glory.

      120 minutes here

    2. Buckingham Palace

      Your guide will help you enter the Palace, then you will be provided with an audio guide to continue your tour.

      90 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    London

    The Methodist Central Hall is about 5 minutes walk from St James Park tube station. Your guide will be carrying a flag and waiting outside the front of the building.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    We help you enter the Palace, where you will pick up audio guides to continue your tour.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 8 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Fun London Tours Ltd

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

    EntertainingHorse Guards at the PalaceBeautiful Buckingham PalacePhoto of private groupMarch with the Guards!Guards marching

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 21 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    7 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    5 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Good for families

    2 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Traveler reviews

    21 verified traveler reviews for Buckingham Palace entry and Changing the Guard. Small group Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Christopher_H · August 2026

    Best tour of our life!!!!

    Amazing experience. Lee was amazing guide very knowledgeable,he pointed out certain spots that we wouldn't have know about. This is a must tour.

    Response from the operator: What a lovely review! Thanks ever so much for taking the time to leave such nice feedback, and its a great honour that this was the best tour of your life! Lee will be thrilled.

    via Viator

    jtstitt0294 · August 2026

    Book with Lee

    Lee was fabulous! Highly recommend booking with him!!!

    Response from the operator: We’re glad to hear you had a wonderful time with Lee and we hope to see you on another tour soon!

    via Tripadvisor

    Paul_B · August 2026

    A great way to see the...

    A great way to see the changing of the guards. Our guide knew exactly where to be and when to see all of the ceremony.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so pleased you enjoyed the Changing of the Guard tour. Knowing exactly where to be and when is what helps us make sure our guests get to experience as much of the ceremony as possible.

    via Viator

    Diana_S · August 2026

    David was friendly & very...

    David was friendly & very informative. He took us to great spots to see the Changing of the Guard. He also got us to the front of a long line for Buckingham Palace.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that David made your experience both informative and enjoyable. Finding those great viewing spots and getting you to the front of that long Buckingham Palace queue sounds like a win!

    via Viator

    donnasF493OI · August 2026

    Fabulous

    Angie was very welcoming and informative made the tour fun and enjoyable especially as we couldn’t see the changing of the guards due to the weather being too hot

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that Angie made the tour welcoming, informative and fun. It was a shame that the extreme heat meant the Changing of the Guard couldn’t go ahead, but we’re so pleased Angie was able to make sure you still had an enjoyable experience and plenty of interesting stories along the way.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    3.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
    Price range
    $56 to $72
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    7
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 71

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)84
    Review evidence (18% weight)40
    Booking momentum (14% weight)32
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)64
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Buckingham Palace entry and Changing the Guard. Small group Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.

    How much does Buckingham Palace entry and Changing the Guard. Small group Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $56 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Buckingham Palace entry and Changing the Guard. Small group Tour take?

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    Plan for about 3.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.

    Is Buckingham Palace entry and Changing the Guard. Small group Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 19 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Buckingham Palace entry and Changing the Guard. Small group Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Buckingham Palace entry and Changing the Guard. Small group Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Buckingham Palace entry and Changing the Guard. Small group Tour?

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    Around 7 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Buckingham Palace entry and Changing the Guard. Small group Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in London?

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    London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit London?

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    May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in London?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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