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London Kensington Palace Tour and Changing of the Guard 5.5 hr

TourTruth score 5.9 out of 10

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96 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • London, United Kingdom
  • 5 hrs 30 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore royal London on a guided walk, then visit Kensington Palace with an audio guide and optional afternoon tea.

About this tour

Discover royal London on a walking tour that brings palace landmarks, gardens, and ceremony into one memorable day. Meet your guide at the Albert Memorial in Kensington Gardens, then explore the royal sights included in your chosen option. Depending on your selection, you may see the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and the exteriors of St. James's Palace and Clarence House, as well as stroll through Hyde Park.

The experience includes pre-reserved tickets to Kensington Palace, where you can explore at your own pace with an audio guide. Choose an option that adds traditional afternoon tea at the Orangery, or select a shorter Palace and Kensington Gardens visit. The tour description also offers a private option with a dedicated guide for your party. Along the way, hear stories of royal figures including Queen Victoria and Princess Diana.

This London Kensington Palace tour lasts 330 minutes. Changing of the Guard can be canceled at short notice, with an alternative itinerary provided if it does not take place. Choose the option that suits your plans and experience London’s royal history on foot.

Highlights

  • Watch the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace when included in your option
  • Explore Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park on foot
  • Visit Kensington Palace with pre-reserved tickets and an audio guide
  • Add traditional afternoon tea at the Orangery with the relevant option
  • Hear stories connected to Queen Victoria and Princess Diana

What's included

Included

  • Kensington Palace pre-reserved tickets
  • Kensington Palace audio guide
  • Kensington Gardens
  • Hyde Park, if selected
  • Changing of the Guard, if selected
  • Buckingham Palace exterior visit, if selected
  • St. James's Palace exterior visit, if selected
  • Clarence House exterior visit, if selected
  • Afternoon tea at the Orangery, if selected

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

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Important information

  • Meet at the Albert Memorial, Kensington Gardens, London W2 2UH
  • Arrive 15 minutes before departure; look for a yellow WalksDevour sign
  • This is a walking tour covering at least 3 miles; guests should be able to walk that distance without difficulty
  • Not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs, or strollers
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  • Kensington Palace is a self-guided visit with an audio guide
  • Bag searches may take place at Kensington Palace for security reasons
  • Changing of the Guard may be canceled at short notice, particularly in wet weather; a decision may be made as late as 10:45 a.m. and the tour will continue with an alternative itinerary
  • Multiple tour options are available; inclusions vary by option
  • Public transportation is available nearby

Frequently asked questions

What language is the tour in?

The tour is in English.

Is Kensington Palace guided?

Kensington Palace is a self-guided visit with an audio guide.

Can the Changing of the Guard be canceled?

Yes. It may be canceled at short notice, especially in wet weather. The tour continues with an alternative itinerary.

How much walking is involved?

Guests should be able to walk at least 3 miles without difficulty.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet at the Albert Memorial in Kensington Gardens, London W2 2UH, 15 minutes before departure.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.58 from 96 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 5.9.

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