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London Westminster Abbey Guided Tour with Changing of the Guards 3 hr

TourTruth score 7.9 out of 10

GoodTop 15% in London

17 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

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

Walk through royal London with a Blue Badge guide, watch a guard ceremony, and enter Westminster Abbey with skip-the-line admission.

About this tour

See royal London on foot, from the grand landmarks of Parliament Square to the quiet paths of St. James’s Park. This 3-hour London Westminster Abbey guided tour pairs a certified Blue Badge guide with a chance to watch the Changing of the Guard or, on alternate days, Horse Guards Parade.

Walk past Downing Street and take in exterior views of Big Ben before heading through the park toward the ceremonial sights near Buckingham Palace. The guard schedule can change at short notice; if the ceremony is canceled, your guide leads a Westminster walking tour instead. The experience concludes at Westminster Abbey, where skip-the-line entry brings you inside one of Britain’s most storied churches, known for royal coronations, weddings, and funerals. Security checks still apply, so some waiting may occur.

Meet in Parliament Square, in front of the Abraham Lincoln statue, and arrive 10 minutes early. Dress modestly for the Abbey, covering shoulders and knees. Choose this London Westminster Abbey guided tour for a lively introduction to the capital’s royal history, green spaces, and landmark architecture.

Highlights

  • Watch the Changing of the Guard or Horse Guards Parade
  • Stroll through the leafy paths of St. James’s Park
  • Admire Big Ben from the outside on a Westminster walk
  • Enter Westminster Abbey with skip-the-line admission
  • Explore royal London with a certified Blue Badge guide

What's included

Included

  • Changing of the Guard or Horse Guards Parade viewing
  • Guided walk through St. James’s Park
  • Walking tour with exterior views of Big Ben
  • Guided tour of Westminster Abbey
  • Skip-the-line Westminster Abbey entry
  • English-speaking Blue Badge guide

Not included

  • Guide tips
  • Entry into Buckingham Palace
  • Entry into Big Ben

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Important information

  • Changing of the Guard currently takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays; on alternate days, the tour visits Horse Guards Parade
  • The guard schedule may change or be canceled at short notice, including due to weather; if canceled, the tour includes a guided Westminster walk
  • Arrive 10 minutes early at Parliament Square, in front of the Abraham Lincoln statue; look for a representative holding a The Tour Guy sign
  • Westminster Abbey requires modest attire covering shoulders and knees; entry may be refused if dress requirements are not met
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  • All guests must pass through security at Westminster Abbey; some waiting may occur despite timed entry
  • Bags and backpacks up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm are permitted; leave larger luggage at your accommodation
  • Bring valid ID
  • Wheelchairs and walking impairments requiring special assistance cannot be accommodated on group tours; strollers and baby carriages are not accommodated
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, but strollers and baby carriages are not accommodated on the tour
  • Public transportation is available nearby; the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

When does the Changing of the Guard take place?

It currently takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. On alternate days, the tour visits Horse Guards Parade.

What happens if the Guard ceremony is canceled?

The schedule can change or be canceled at short notice, including due to weather. If canceled, the tour includes a guided walking tour of Westminster.

What should I wear to Westminster Abbey?

Wear modest clothing that covers your shoulders and knees. Guests who do not meet this requirement may be refused entry.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet in Parliament Square in front of the Abraham Lincoln statue, 10 minutes before departure. Look for a representative holding a The Tour Guy sign.

What bags can I bring?

Small bags and backpacks up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm are permitted. Leave larger luggage at your accommodation.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 5.00 from 17 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
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  • 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 15% in London means it ranks in the top 15% of tours in London by this score.

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