Overview
See the best that England’s capital has to offer on a full-day city tour of London! Explore St Paul’s Cathedral with a guide, then make a photo stop at Westminster Abbey. Watch the must-see Changing of the Guard ceremony outside Buckingham Palace and have some free time for lunch around the UNESCO-listed Tower of London.
Finish up with a sightseeing cruise down the River Thames. If you want to see even more, upgrade to one of two activities: a cream tea at Harrods restaurant or a London Eye flight.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Tours of the Tower of London and St Paul's Cathedral
Cream tea at Harrods restaurant or London Eye standard flights (if upgrade option selected)
Friendly professional guide and air-conditioned vehicle
Changing of the Guard ceremony (selected dates only) and photo stop outside Buckingham Palace
Private cruise on the River Thames (for tour group)
Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Located on 164 Buckingham Palace Road, Victoria, London, SW1W 9TP, approximately 7 minute walk from Victoria Underground and Railway station. Tour departs inside the building at Gate 19 at 7:45am (Boarding starts at 7.30am)
Good to know
Boarding starts at 7:30am. Please go to Premium Tours desk located at Gate 19 - 20 inside Victoria Coach Station and wait for the tour to be called.
What to expect
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Whitehall
Drive up Whitehall and see Downing street where houses the official residences and offices of the Prime Minister
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Trafalgar Square
Drive past an iconic public square
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Royal Courts of Justice
Drive past the Law Courts of England and Wales. It is a large grey stone edifice in the Victorian Gothic Revival style built in the 1870s and opened by Queen Victoria in 1882. It is one of the largest courts in Europe.
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St. Paul's Cathedral
1 hour 15 min
First group to enter this magnificent cathedral rebuilt by Sir Christopher Wren after the great Fire of 1666.
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Houses of Parliament
15 min
Enjoy a photo opportunity outside The Palace of Westminster including the Great Clock Tower where Big Ben (Great Bell) sits.
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Westminster Abbey
20 min
Enjoy a photo opportunity outside a World Heritage Site with over a thousand years of history
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Buckingham Palace
40 min
Take a photo stop outside Buckingham Palace and witness the iconic Changing the Guard ceremony. Note: The ceremony currently takes place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday (subject to availability). On Wednesdays when St. Paul’s opens late (10am) the tour will not include the Guard Change but instead there will be a photo stop outside Buckingham Palace first thing in the morning.
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Tower of London
2 hours
Explore London’s iconic castle and World Heritage Site. Get up close to the Crown Jewels, meet the legendary Yeoman Warders and ravens.
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Tower Bridge
2 hours
Built in 1894. The bridge crosses the River Thames close to the Tower of London and has become an iconic symbol of London. You will enjoy the view from under the bridge!
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Thames River
40 min
Enjoy the guided boat trip on the River Thames from Tower pier to London Eye. You will see Tower of London, Tower Bridge, The Shard, St. Paul's Cathedral, Shakespeare's Globe and the Houses of Parliament etc. all views from the river!
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London Eye
30 min
Enjoy the magnificent views of London from The London Eye (if London Eye upgrade option is selected). The London Eye is the Europe's tallest observation wheel.
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Harrods
45 min
Harrods is one of the largest and most famous department stores in the world and currently owned by the state of Qatar. Here you will enjoy quintessentially English cream tea (if/when Cream Tea upgrade option is selected) After tea the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore the store.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Best of London Tour inc Tower of London and Changing of the Guard
Can I cancel Best of London Tour inc Tower of London and Changing of the Guard for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 9 hours.
Where does it start?
Located on 164 Buckingham Palace Road, Victoria, London, SW1W 9TP, approximately 7 minute walk from Victoria Underground and Railway station.
What's included?
- Tours of the Tower of London and St Paul's Cathedral
- Cream tea at Harrods restaurant or London Eye standard flights (if upgrade option selected)
- Friendly professional guide and air-conditioned vehicle
- Changing of the Guard ceremony (selected dates only) and photo stop outside Buckingham Palace
- Private cruise on the River Thames (for tour group)
What's not included?
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Whitehall, Trafalgar Square, Royal Courts of Justice, St. Paul's Cathedral, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Tower of London.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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