
Horse Guards Parade, Westminster & Tower of London: Full-Day Tour
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Is Horse Guards Parade, Westminster & Tower of London: Full-Day Tour worth booking?
Horse Guards Parade, Westminster & Tower of London: Full-Day Tour is a 6-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $60 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $60 per person
Enjoy Royal London on this fantastic day tour that begins in the heart of Westminster, follows the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and ends with the sight of the dazzling Crown Jewels at the Tower of London.
What you get
- Timed entry tickets to the Tower of London
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
- A River Thames boat ride from Embankment Pier to Tower of London Pier
About this experience
Enjoy Royal London on this fantastic day tour that begins in the heart of Westminster, follows the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and ends with the sight of the dazzling Crown Jewels at the Tower of London. Meet your guide at Westminster for a tour outside the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey. From Westminster, wander up Birdcage Walk, where you will follow the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Enjoy a scenic boat ride along the Thames to Tower Bridge. You'll get to see London and Waterloo Bridges, the London Eye, the Globe, the skyscrapers, and St Paul’s Cathedral from the boat. Your guide will then accompany you to St. Katherine's Docks for lunch (not included), after which you will enjoy an exclusive private tour of the infamous Tower of London, with reserved tickets included. Please note: the Changing of the Guard happens on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, but can be subject to change and weather conditions.
What's included
Included
- Timed entry tickets to the Tower of London
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
- A River Thames boat ride from Embankment Pier to Tower of London Pier
Not included
- Cost of lunch is not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
What you'll see and do
Parliament Square
Visit Parliament Square and see the famous Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey (from the outside only)
60 minutes here · Admission not included
St. James's Park
Walk through St James’s Park, see the giant marble memorial to Queen Victoria in front of Buckingham Palace and follow the famous Changing of the Guard parade. Please note that the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace normally happens on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, but this is subject to change and weather conditions. If you book your tour on a Thursday or Saturday, or are unable to see the guard change, your guide will adapt the itinerary to include other sites of interest.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Trafalgar Square
Walk along Whitehall to see number 10 Downing Street and through Trafalgar Square.
60 minutes here
Stroll down to the River Thames for a river cruise. Along the route, see St Paul’s Cathedral and the Globe Theatre (from the outside).
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Tower of London
Explore the Tower of London, a former royal castle turned traitor's prison.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Your guide will meet you in front of Westminster Abbey Shop, Broad Sanctuary, London SW1P 3JS, United Kingdom.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Finish point will be in Central London, and the guide will assist with advising you on your journey.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Travel Curious
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Horse Guards Parade, Westminster & Tower of London: Full-Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A GREAT TOUR OF THE TOWER OF LONDON WITH JEREMY
Beginning with the horse guards parade and ending with the crown jewels at the Tower of London, it was quite a tour and one we will never forget. Our tour guide Jeremy was full of facts and historical information but it was never dry and always fun and interesting. I particularly enjoyed seeing the ceramic poppies placed all around the property surrounding the Tower in remembrance of the casualties of war...they were beautiful and poignant. We also had a delightful lunch at a nearby French restaurant and just thoroughly enjoyed the entire day. Jeremy was a top-notch tour guide with impressive knowledge about the history of the Tower of London and so much more. We highly recommend this tour when visiting London!
Response from the operator: Dear Denise, we appreciate your lovely message and we loved hearing about how much Jeremy enriched your tour and provided an unforgettable experience. Jeremy truly has a gift for guiding and we are thrilled that his passion, depth of knowledge, fun and professionalism shone through during your time together. We would love to see any photos you captured during your time with Jeremy. They would inspire other travellers' to take the same tour. We hope to have the privilege of welcoming you back on another tour soon. Warmest wishes!
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $60 to $965
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Horse Guards Parade, Westminster & Tower of London: Full-Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Horse Guards Parade, Westminster & Tower of London: Full-Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $60 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 Horse Guards Parade, Westminster & Tower of London: Full-Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 6 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 Horse Guards Parade, Westminster & Tower of London: Full-Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Horse Guards Parade, Westminster & Tower of London: Full-Day Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Horse Guards Parade, Westminster & Tower of London: Full-Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Horse Guards Parade, Westminster & Tower of London: Full-Day Tour?
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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 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Horse Guards Parade, Westminster & Tower of London: Full-Day 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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