London Sightseeing Tour: Guard Change with Tower of London Option

4.3

based on 2,682 reviews

| London, United Kingdom

Reviews Summary

Mostly positive, with many recommending the tour. Highlights include seeing key London sights. Negative experiences cite disorganization, missed attractions, and feeling rushed.

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Features

Free Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Pickup available

Duration

4 hours

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

Entry to St. Paul’s Cathedral
Changing of the Guard (selected dates)
Private Thames River sightseeing cruise (full-day option)
Harrods cream tea with sparkling wine (upgrade option)
London Eye ticket (upgrade option)
Entry to Tower of London (full-day option)
Professional guide & air-conditioned coach

Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Gratuities
Food and drinks

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
St. Paul’s Cathedral: Sunday tours cannot include a guided tour due to weekly services. Entry is usually possible but cannot be guaranteed. On Wednesdays when St. Paul’s opens late (10:00 AM), the tour will include a photo stop at Buckingham Palace instead of the Changing of the Guard.
Changing of the Guard: Takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, and daily from May to July. Schedule may change last minute or be canceled during large city events. If the ceremony does not occur, we still stop for a photo outside or near the Palace.
Tour Schedule: Itinerary may change depending on St. Paul’s and Tower of London opening times and the Changing of the Guard schedule.
Tour Duration: Approximately 8 hours for the full-day tour and 4 hours for the half-day morning tour (ends at Buckingham Palace).
London Eye: Generally closed in January for annual maintenance. 2026 closure dates to be confirmed.
Children: Travelers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult

See the best that England’s capital has to offer on a full-day city tour of London! Explore St Paul’s Cathedral with a guide, then make a photo stop at Westminster Abbey. Watch the must-see Changing of the Guard ceremony outside Buckingham Palace and have some free time for lunch around...

Duration from 4 Hours to 9 Hours
Group Tour
Max 45 people in the group

1
City of London
Begin your London adventure with a scenic coach ride through the City of London, seeing iconic streets, historic landmarks, and famous squares
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
2
St. Paul's Cathedral
Step inside this famous London landmark with its breathtaking dome and rich history (Admission included)
- Duration 45 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included

Westminster Abbey

Admire the stunning Gothic architecture of Westminster Abbey, where Prince William and Princess Kate were married, and snap photos of the iconic Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament

Duration 15 Minutes•
Admission Ticket Not Included

Changing of the Guard

Watch the traditional Changing of the Guard, a display of British pageantry. Guards from the Household Division, in scarlet tunics and bearskin caps, perform a precise handover accompanied by a regimental marching band. These iconic soldiers are elite members of the British military (Selected dates)

Duration 1 Hour•
No Admission Ticket Required

Tower of London

Explore the historic Tower of London, meet the Yeoman Warders, and view the Crown Jewels. Pass by the iconic Tower Bridge. (Admission included with full-day option)

Duration 2 Hours•
Admission Ticket Included

Thames River

Relax on a scenic cruise along the River Thames, taking in sights like Shakespeare’s Globe, The Shard, and London’s skyline. (Admission included with full-day option)

Duration 30 Minutes•
Admission Ticket Included

London Eye

Enjoy spectacular panoramic views from Europe’s tallest observation wheel, the London Eye, overlooking the Thames and London landmarks. (Admission included with full-day upgrade option)

Duration 30 Minutes•
Admission Ticket Included

Harrods

Finish your day with a quintessentially English cream tea at world-famous Harrods, complete with sparkling wine. (Admission included with full-day option)