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Changing of the Guard Guide Tour with King's Gallery & Option Royal Mews
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From $131.08 per person
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Experience the very best of British royal tradition in one unforgettable morning in London. From the precision and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard to the intimate world of Queen Elizabeth II at The King’s Gallery, this experience offers a memorable immersion into the heritage of the British monarchy. Led by an expert guide, you will secure excellent viewing positions for one of London’s most iconic ceremonies before continuing your royal journey inside two official royal residences. Admire dazzling state coaches, learn about the working stables of the Royal Household, and conclude with a beautifully curated exhibition celebrating the life and style of Queen Elizabeth II. This experience blends ceremony, history, and culture into a refined and memorable four hour tour.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Watch the Changing of the Guard from carefully selected prime viewing spots
- Discover royal stories and traditions with an expert English speaking guide
- On dates when the Royal Mews is open, step inside to admire the spectacular Gold State Coach and historic royal carriages.
- Explore Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style at the King’s Gallery
- Experience the Royal Mews and King’s Gallery with official multimedia guides
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
London
Sightseeing.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
• Expert English speaking tour guide for the Changing of the Guard walking tour • Entry ticket to the Royal Mews (seasonal opening only: closed from 2 Nov 2026 until 3 Mar 2027, closed on Wednesdays from 5 Mar 2027 until 18 Apr 2027) • Official Royal Mews multimedia guide available in English, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, Spanish and British Sign Language with subtitles • Entry ticket to the King’s Gallery exhibition - Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style • Official King’s Gallery multimedia guide in English • Printed exhibition panels and booklets available in large print and translated into Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian and Spanish • Headsets when appropriate during the guided portion
Not Included
• Gratuities • Hotel pick up and drop off • Food and beverages • Large bag storage or cloakroom facilities
What to Bring
• Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before departure. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated. • Wear comfortable walking shoes as this tour includes a reasonable amount of walking. • London weather can change quickly. Rainproof clothing is recommended. • Large bags, suitcases, and backpacks are not permitted due to security restrictions. • The Changing of the Guard does not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour.
Restrictions
• Large bags, suitcases, and backpacks are not permitted due to security restrictions at royal venues. • City Wonders reserves the right to refuse participation to any guest under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or whose behavior is disorderly or poses a threat to other guests or staff.
Meeting & Pickup
PLEASE NOTE! THE MEETING POINT IS NOT AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE! The Meeting point is by the Duke of York Column, Waterloo Place, 9 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5AJ. This is the tall column with a statue on top. Arriving by tube: Take the tube to Piccadilly Circus and take exit No. 3 onto Regent Street/St James's. Walk south down Regent Street towards St James's Park (do not walk north towards Oxford Street). Waterloo Place is at the end of Regent Street. You will see the tall column with a statue on top. You can also arrive via Charing Cross Station. Walk down the Mall towards Buckingham Palace, you will see the statue on your right at the top of some steps.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
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