Things to do in Changing of the Guard
The Queen’s Foot Guards, with their red tunics and unmistakable bearskin hats, march together with the military band and the Household Cavalry, complete with plumed silver helmets and magnificent horses. You can catch all the action right outside Buckingham Palace or at the Horse Guards Parade. The immaculately dressed soldiers’ parade outside the palace, and swap places from one guard to another, in order to keep watch over Queen Elizabeth.
Experience history as you watch a ceremony which has been happening since the 1600s. No tickets are needed to see this energetic event, but you can look for tours with prime spots to catch all of the excitement.
Our recommendations in Changing of the Guard
Tower of London skip-the-line tour with Changing of the Guard
Book this Royal London tour now and skip the general access lines to the Tower of London. Enjoy a cruise up the Thames and the Changing of the Guard.
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London Changing of the Guard walking tour
Book your London Changing of the Guard walking tour and experience a quintessential tradition as your expert guide navigates you to the ideal vantage points.
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Changing of the Guard semi-private walking tour
Discover London's history and experience the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham palace on a 2-hour guided semi-private walking tour.
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Tower of London skip-the-line tour with Changing of the Guard
Book this Royal London tour now and skip the general access lines to the Tower of London. Enjoy a cruise up the Thames and the Changing of the Guard.
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London Changing of the Guard walking tour
Book your London Changing of the Guard walking tour and experience a quintessential tradition as your expert guide navigates you to the ideal vantage points.
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Changing of the Guard semi-private walking tour
Discover London's history and experience the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham palace on a 2-hour guided semi-private walking tour.
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Book this self-guided tour of London now to explore the city at your pace using an app with over 130 points of interest, sights and walking tours.
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March with the Guards: Changing of the Guard ceremonies and Buckingham Palace
Book your Changing of the Guard & Buckingham Palace tour and witness the famous changing of the guard while avoiding the crowds
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Self-guided Discovery Walk in London’s Piccadilly Circus and Whitehall
Discover fascinating stories of Piccadilly Circus and Whitehall on this flexible and self-guided local walk. Solve riddles that lead you through the city while learning about its history.
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Changing of the Guard
London
United Kingdom
Reviews Changing of the Guard
“dommage que le guide ne parle pas français”
“Great tour”
