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London Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Tower of London and Cruise 7 hr

TourTruth score 7.9 out of 10

GoodTop 16% in London

381 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • London, United Kingdom
  • 7 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Westminster Abbey, royal landmarks, the Thames and the Tower of London on a guided seven-hour journey through the capital.

About this tour

See London’s landmarks unfold from Westminster to the Tower on a full-day guided journey. This London Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Tower of London and Cruise tour pairs historic interiors with a Thames ride and a walk through the city’s royal heart.

Begin at Westminster Abbey with timed entry and a guided visit to its centuries of royal and literary history. Continue past Big Ben and through St James’s Park toward Buckingham Palace, where you may watch the Changing of the Guard or the Horse Guards ceremony, depending on the day and conditions. After free time for lunch near Trafalgar Square, board a Thames clipper and take in riverside sights including Tower Bridge and the Shard. Finish with a guided tour of the Tower of London, including access to the Crown Jewels and White Tower. An English-speaking expert guide leads the day, and groups are limited to 20 guests.

Expect roughly seven hours on foot, so wear comfortable shoes and bring the energy for a full day of discovery. Book this London Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Tower of London and Cruise tour to experience the capital’s history from its grand abbey to its riverside fortress.

Highlights

  • Explore Westminster Abbey with timed entry and an expert guide
  • See Big Ben and Buckingham Palace on a guided walk
  • Watch the Changing of the Guard or Horse Guards ceremony when available
  • Cruise the Thames by clipper past Tower Bridge and the Shard
  • Discover the Tower of London and view the Crown Jewels

What's included

Included

  • Changing of the Guard or Horse Guards ceremony viewing on certain days, weather permitting
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • Timed-entry ticket and guided tour of Westminster Abbey
  • Guided tour of the Tower of London
  • River Thames clipper boat ride
  • Access to the Crown Jewels and White Tower
  • Free time for lunch near Trafalgar Square

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities, optional
  • Changing of the Guard on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, or in poor weather

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Important information

  • Meet at the Statue of Abraham Lincoln in Parliament Square; look for a representative holding a The Tour Guy sign
  • The tour covers roughly seven hours on foot across London; comfortable shoes and a good level of fitness are needed
  • Changing of the Guard may be canceled without notice due to weather or local authority decisions; an alternative experience will be provided
  • The Changing of the Guard does not take place on Tuesdays, Thursdays, or Saturdays; the Horse Guards ceremony is shown instead
  • Modest clothing is recommended inside Westminster Abbey, a place of worship
  • Public transportation is available nearby

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately seven hours.

What is the group size?

Groups are capped at 20 guests.

What happens if the Changing of the Guard is not available?

The Horse Guards ceremony is shown on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, or when the Changing of the Guard is unavailable. Weather or local authority decisions may also cause cancellations, in which case an alternative experience is provided.

Is lunch included?

No. There is free time for lunch near Trafalgar Square, and lunch is at your own expense.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet at the Statue of Abraham Lincoln in Parliament Square, where a representative will be holding a The Tour Guy sign.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.87 from 381 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.

How the score works and rating distribution in London
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • 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 7.9. Top 16% in London means it ranks in the top 16% of tours in London by this score.

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