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Changing of the Guard: Guided Tour

Watch the famous Changing of the Guard on a journey through British tradition

Duration: 1h 30mins
Live guide: English
Max group size: 20

Registered address: Ulster Bank , Georges Quay, 2, Dublin, IE

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Included

Changing of the Foot Guards or Horse Guards
Visits to The Mall, St. James's Palace / Horse Guards Parade, St. James's Park & Buckingham Palace (only visible from outside)
Professional English-speaking tour guide
Small group tour
Headsets

Not included

Food & drinks

Duke of York Column (Meeting Point)

Carlton House Terrace, St James, SW1Y 5AJ, London

Show your smartphone ticket to the guide at the meeting point, the Duke of York Column
City Wonders guides will be wearing blue polo shirts or jackets and holding a sign with the tour name
Please arrive 15 minutes before departure

Leave all the other tourists struggling for views through the crowds outside Buckingham Palace. This exclusive tour takes you to the best locations for viewing the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and gives you a fascinating insight into this famous British spectacle.

You'll be with your guide and group, learning the facts behind this London tradition, while you watch the entire Changing of the Guard from beginning to end. Better still, you'll witness all the action from the best, most photo-worthy viewpoints.

Soak up invaluable insights about the ceremony, which has been happening since the 15th century! Why don't the soldiers smile? Why do they wear red, and what is with those fuzzy black bearskin hats?

Check out some snappy footwork and take as many photos as you like, as the King's Foot Guards or Horse Guards march to Buckingham Palace.

With your own personal headset, you can easily follow along with the fun commentary.