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London Westminster Walking Tour with Changing of the Guard 3 hr

TourTruth score 8.5 out of 10

Very goodTop 9% in London

49 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • London, United Kingdom
  • 2 hrs 45 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Westminster’s landmarks with a guide, then watch the Changing of the Guard from viewing spots along the parade route.

About this tour

See London’s royal pageantry and historic landmarks on a guided Westminster walking tour that pairs neighborhood stories with the Changing of the Guard. Over 165 minutes, follow your guide through Westminster, Trafalgar Square, and Covent Garden, passing Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, 10 Downing Street, and the Churchill War Rooms from outside. Along the way, hear about more than 2,000 years of British history and the kings and queens who shaped it.

The small-group format, capped at six people, makes it easier to stay close to your guide and take in the details. For the parade, the route focuses on viewing spots along its path rather than the crowded Buckingham Palace gates, so you can watch the procession as it moves. Friday tours feature the Household Cavalry. Ceremony plans can change because of weather or official events, and heavy rain may mean guards march without music; your guide may offer an alternative parade where possible.

Join this London Westminster walking tour for a lively look at the capital’s landmarks and traditions, guided by someone who brings their history into focus.

Highlights

  • Walk through Westminster with an expert guide
  • Watch the Changing of the Guard from local-favorite viewing spots
  • Admire Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and Westminster Abbey from outside
  • Explore Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden, and 10 Downing Street
  • Hear stories spanning more than 2,000 years of British history

What's included

Included

  • Fully guided experience
  • Trafalgar Square
  • Westminster
  • Buckingham Palace from outside
  • Changing of the Guard or Household Cavalry
  • Covent Garden
  • 10 Downing Street from outside
  • Big Ben from outside
  • Churchill War Rooms from outside
  • Westminster Abbey from outside
  • Semi-private group of up to 6 people
  • Private option available

Not included

  • Food and beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Important information

  • Friday tours feature the Changing of the Household Cavalry
  • The ceremony may be changed or canceled without notice due to wet weather or official events; the guide may offer an alternative parade where possible
  • Heavy rain may mean a wet change, with guards marching without music
  • The tour views the parade from spots along its route, not from the Buckingham Palace gates
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  • Wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Bring ID for children aged 15 and under
  • Infants and small children may ride in a stroller
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Nearby public transportation is available
  • A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended
  • Meet outside Starbucks Coffee at 10 Russell Street; look for the Liv Tours sign

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The guided experience lasts 165 minutes.

How many people are in the group?

The semi-private group is limited to 6 people. A private option is also available.

Where does the tour meet?

Meet outside Starbucks Coffee at 10 Russell Street and look for a guide holding a Liv Tours sign.

Will I see the Changing of the Guard?

The tour is planned around the ceremony, but British authorities may change or cancel it without notice. On Fridays, the tour features the Changing of the Household Cavalry.

What happens if it rains?

In heavy rain, guards may march without music. If weather or official events affect the ceremony, the guide may include an alternative parade where possible.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.98 from 49 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 8.5. Top 9% in London means it ranks in the top 9% of tours in London by this score.

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