
Changing of The Guards with Royal Walks
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Is Changing of The Guards with Royal Walks worth booking?
Changing of The Guards with Royal Walks is a 1.8-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $250 per person. It scores 44 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 44 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 1.8 hours
- From
- $250 per person
Arrive early to secure the perfect viewing spot for this iconic London tradition. Enhance your experience by joining a themed tour or hiring a knowledgeable guide who can share fascinating historical insights and insider
What you get
- Guiding
About this experience
Arrive early to secure the perfect viewing spot for this iconic London tradition. Enhance your experience by joining a themed tour or hiring a knowledgeable guide who can share fascinating historical insights and insider stories. Witness the impressive Changing of the Guard, a formal ceremony in which the King’s Guard hands over its duties to a fresh unit in a display of precision and pageantry. For a more intimate experience, you may also visit the morning Guard Mounting at St. James’s Palace, often less crowded but equally captivating. Some tours even include exclusive access to the guard barracks, the chance to meet members of the King’s Guard, and a closer look at their ceremonial preparations—plus a fantastic photo opportunity with the guards themselves.
What's included
Included
- Guiding
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace is the official residence and administrative headquarters of the reigning monarch of the United Kingdom. Located in the City of Westminster, London, Buckingham Palace serves as the primary residence of Queen Elizabeth II. The palace has been the official royal residence since the accession of Queen Victoria in 1837.
30 minutes here
St. James's Palace
St. James's Palace is a historic royal residence in London, situated in the City of Westminster. It has served as a royal palace for centuries and has been the setting for many significant events. While it is not regularly open to the public, visitors can often view the Changing of the Guard ceremony nearby.
30 minutes here
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
Horse Guards Parade is a large parade ground near Whitehall in London, known for the Changing of the Guard ceremony and various military events. It's also the site of the annual Trooping the Colour ceremony to celebrate the Queen's official birthday. The Horse Guards building flanks the parade ground and is a historic part of the city.
30 minutes here
Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar Square is a famous public space in central London, known for its iconic Nelson's Column and the National Gallery.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Meeting in front of the Nelson’s Column
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meeting in front of the Nelson’s Column
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
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Didi
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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1.8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 44
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Changing of The Guards with Royal Walks: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Changing of The Guards with Royal Walks cost?
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Prices start at $250 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 Changing of The Guards with Royal Walks take?
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Plan for about 1.8 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 Changing of The Guards with Royal Walks worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 44 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 Changing of The Guards with Royal Walks?
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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 Changing of The Guards with Royal Walks suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Changing of The Guards with Royal Walks?
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Around 0 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 1.8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Changing of The Guards with Royal Walks 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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