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London Royalty and Westminster Abbey Tour 5 hr
TourTruth score 6.9 out of 10
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16 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- London, United Kingdom
- 5 hrs
- Updated November 2, 2026
Walk past 20 royal sights in Westminster, watch the Changing of the Guard on select days, and explore Westminster Abbey with an audio guide.
About this tour
Discover London’s royal story on a five-hour walk through Westminster, where grand avenues, palace gates, and centuries of ceremony shape the city. Your guide leads you past 20 notable sights, sharing entertaining stories as you make your way through Green Park to Buckingham Palace. On select days, you can watch the Changing of the Guard, a tradition that has continued for centuries.
Continue along the Royal Mall past royal residences, then follow Whitehall toward Westminster Palace. The three-hour walking tour ends near Westminster Abbey, where you can enter with your ticket and explore using an audio guide. The Abbey has hosted royal coronations since 1066 and has been the setting for 16 royal weddings since 1100. Your guide points you toward the entrance but does not join you inside.
This London Royalty and Westminster Abbey Tour pairs lively local commentary with time to explore one of Britain’s most storied churches. Meet outside the Ritz on Piccadilly, then set out to see Westminster’s landmarks on foot.
Highlights
- Explore 20 royal landmarks across Westminster
- Watch the Changing of the Guard on select days
- Walk past Buckingham Palace and royal residences
- Visit Westminster Abbey with an audio guide
What's included
Included
- Westminster Abbey entry ticket with audio guide
- Three-hour walking tour of 20 Westminster sights
- Local guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Umbrella
- Guide accompaniment inside Westminster Abbey
Ratings on each provider
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4.75 / 5 · 16 reviews
Important information
- Meet outside the Ritz at 150 Piccadilly, beside two red telephone boxes and souvenir stands
- Nearest station: Green Park Underground station
- Changing of the Guard takes place Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays; daily in June and July
- Wheelchair accessible
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- Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Nearby public transportation is available
- Suitable for all fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
Where is the meeting point?
Meet outside the Ritz at 150 Piccadilly, beside two red telephone boxes and souvenir stands. Green Park is the nearest Underground station.
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts 5 hours, including a 3-hour walking tour.
Is the Changing of the Guard included?
The route includes a chance to watch the ceremony on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, and daily in June and July.
Does the guide accompany guests inside Westminster Abbey?
No. The guide directs you to Westminster Abbey at the end of the walking tour but does not accompany you inside.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The tour is listed as wheelchair accessible, including its transportation options and areas.
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.75 from 16 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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- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.9.
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