Buckingham Palace, Changing of the Guard Tour & River Cruise

The activity lasts 3 hours

Available in English

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Access to onboard seating areas and restrooms
Expert guide/storytelling
Fast track Thames River sightseeing cruise (Westminster to Tower Bridge)
Live or recorded commentary on the cruise
Multilingual cruise commentary system available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German and Mandarin
Guided walking tour from Green Park to Westminster
Viewing of the Changing of the Guard ceremony (subject to schedule)

Entry inside Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, or any monuments
Food and drinks (available for purchase onboard)
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Personal expenses

Access to onboard seating areas and restrooms
Expert guide/storytelling
Fast track Thames River sightseeing cruise (Westminster to Tower Bridge)
Live or recorded commentary on the cruise
Multilingual cruise commentary system available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German and Mandarin
Guided walking tour from Green Park to Westminster
Viewing of the Changing of the Guard ceremony (subject to schedule)

Entry inside Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, or any monuments
Food and drinks (available for purchase onboard)
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Personal expenses

Join a guided walking tour from Green Park to Buckingham Palace and Westminster, watch the Changing of the Guard, then enjoy a Thames River cruise from Westminster to Tower Bridge.

Meet your guide at Green Park and begin your walk through one of London’s most elegant areas. Head towards Buckingham Palace, passing through beautiful surroundings as your guide shares stories about the British monarchy and royal traditions.

Stop outside Buckingham Palace to admire its famous façade and continue to experience the Changing of the Guard ceremony (subject to schedule), a must-see London tradition.

After the ceremony, continue your walk towards Westminster. Along the way, pass by some of London’s most famous landmarks, including the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, while your guide brings their history to life with engaging commentary.

The walking tour ends near Westminster Pier, where your guide will leave you to continue your experience independently. From here, board your Thames River sightseeing cruise and relax as you travel from Westminster to Tower Bridge (Butler’s Wharf Pier).

Enjoy a unique perspective of London from the water, passing landmarks such as St. Paul’s Cathedral, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, the Tate Modern, and The Shard. With live or recorded commentary on board, this final part of the tour offers a peaceful and scenic way to end your London experience.

This tour operates with different options depending on the day and time. On Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings, the tour includes the Changing of the Guard ceremony. On Monday and Wednesday mornings, the itinerary features Horse Guards Parade instead. Afternoon departures run without the Changing of the Guard ceremony.