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London Westminster Walking Tour, River Cruise & The Shard 7 hr

TourTruth score 7.0 out of 10

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4 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

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

Walk Westminster, cruise the Thames, and rise above the city at The Shard on a seven-hour London sightseeing experience.

About this tour

See London from its streets, river, and skyline on a seven-hour London Westminster walking tour, river cruise, and Shard visit. Starting near Green Park, follow a local guide through Westminster and spot more than 20 landmarks, including Buckingham Palace, Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Parliament Square, and the Houses of Parliament. On the 10 AM tour, you may also see the Changing of the Guard when it is scheduled; the British Army can change the timetable without notice.

Then board a Thames river cruise from Westminster to Bankside Pier, passing sights such as the London Eye, Tate Modern, and Shakespeare’s Globe. Finish with admission to The Shard, where a long elevator ride leads to panoramic views across the city. The small-group format brings the walk’s stories and landmarks into focus, while the cruise offers a different perspective on London’s riverside scenery.

Meet outside The Ritz at 150 Piccadilly, near Green Park Underground station. Bring a topped-up Oyster Card or Travelcard for public transport, along with your own food and drinks. Choose this London Westminster walking tour to experience the capital’s historic streets, Thames landmarks, and high-rise views in one day.

Highlights

  • Spot more than 20 landmarks on a guided Westminster walk
  • Watch the Changing of the Guard when scheduled
  • Cruise the Thames from Westminster toward Bankside
  • Ride to The Shard’s viewing levels for sweeping London views

What's included

Included

  • Guided walking tour of more than 20 Westminster sights
  • River cruise ticket from Westminster to Bankside Pier
  • The Shard admission
  • Local guide
  • Small-group tour

Not included

  • Oyster Card or Travelcard for public transport; bring a topped-up card
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Important information

  • Meet outside The Ritz at 150 Piccadilly, beside the red telephone boxes and souvenir stands
  • Green Park is the nearest Underground station
  • Changing of the Guard is scheduled for Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday at 10 AM for the 10 AM tour; the British Army may change the schedule without notice
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
  • Service animals are allowed
  • The tour is described as wheelchair accessible; nearby public transportation options are available

Frequently asked questions

Where is the meeting point?

Meet outside The Ritz at 150 Piccadilly, beside the red telephone boxes and souvenir stands. Green Park is the nearest Underground station.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts 420 minutes, or 7 hours.

Is the Changing of the Guard included?

The tour includes a chance to watch the ceremony on the 10 AM tour when scheduled for Monday, Wednesday, Friday, or Sunday. The British Army may change the schedule without notice.

What should I bring?

Bring a topped-up Oyster Card or Travelcard for public transport, plus your own food and drinks.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

The tour is described as wheelchair accessible, including its areas and surfaces. Transportation options nearby are also described as wheelchair accessible.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.75 from 4 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 7.0.

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