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London: Top Attractions and City Highlights Walking Tour

London: Top Attractions and City Highlights Walking Tour

Experience the essence of London's royal and historical grandeur on a walking tour. Begin your journey in the vibrant heart of Charing Cross, where your local guide awaits you. From there, wander over to Buckingham Palace, the official residence of His Majesty King Charles III. Witness the timeless tradition of the Changing of the Guard. Pass by St James’s Palace, where Princes William and Harry spent their formative years, and pause at Westminster Abbey, steeped in coronations, royal weddings, and farewells to beloved figures like Princess Diana. As you traverse the city, your guide will unveil the tales of iconic figures who have left an indelible mark on London. Learn about Winston Churchill as you pass by the Churchill War Rooms. Hear the story of Guy Fawkes as you stroll past the Houses of Parliament. Enjoy the towering Nelson Column in Trafalgar Square, a testament to Admiral Nelson's heroism. Finish your tour near the majestic Westminster Abbey, where your guide will recommend hidden treasures for you to explore during the rest of your London holiday.

London: Buckingham Palace and Changing of the Guards Tour

London: Buckingham Palace and Changing of the Guards Tour

Step into the world of British royalty on this unforgettable tour featuring Buckingham Palace and the celebrated Changing of the Guard ceremony. Your knowledgeable guide will share fascinating insights into the palace’s storied past and its role as the official London residence of the monarch. The tour includes a front-row view of the Changing of the Guard, or "Guard Mounting," an iconic ceremony that has captivated visitors for centuries. Learn how this tradition, dating back over 500 years to the reign of Henry VII, involves the precise "relief" of soldiers in a vibrant spectacle complete with a military band. Marvel at the guards' striking red tunics and distinctive bearskin helmets and enjoy the unique music that ranges from military classics to contemporary tunes. Whether it’s the timeless elegance of Buckingham Palace or the energy of the Changing of the Guard, this tour offers a quintessential London experience you won’t want to miss.

Full Day London Private Tour Including London Pass

Full Day London Private Tour Including London Pass

An all inclusive London tour. London the capital of England and the United Kingdom, is a 21st-century city with history stretching back to Roman times. At its centre, stand the imposing Houses of Parliament, the iconic ‘Big Ben’ clock tower and Westminster Abbey, site of British monarch coronations since 1066. Across the Thames River, the London Eye observation wheel provides panoramic views of the South Bank cultural complex, and the entire city. watch the changing of the guards at Buckingham Palace. Visit the queens Gallery at Buckingham palace. Explore Westminster Abbey, A royal church offering daily services for all and a World Heritage Site with over a thousand years of history. The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries. High above the Abbey floor, the Galleries in the beautiful 13th century triforium display our greatest treasures and tell the story of our thousand-year history. You will also be taking a closer look at The Palace of Westminster and the iconic Big Ben. Next stop is pass by London Eye on route to St Paul's Cathedral, with its world-famous dome, it is an iconic feature of the London skyline. Guided and self-guided tours in multiple languages are available every day, and will lead you from the depths of the Crypt to the spectacular heights of the Stone and Golden Galleries. Next Stop Tower Bridge and Tower of London. Discover the history behind Tower Bridge and walk on the glass platform high above the bridge. Go inside The Tower of London, officially Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress. When William the Conqueror built a mighty stone tower at the centre of his London fortress in the 1070s, defeated Londoners must have looked on in awe. Now nearly 1000 years later, the Tower still has the capacity to fascinate. See the famous Yeoman Warders, recognised as symbols of the Tower all over the world, have been here for centuries. They were originally part of the Yeomen of the Guard, the monarch’s personal bodyguard who traveled with him. On this tour you will get to choose from 80 plus sites to visit. It is too many to list all of them here. After we receive the booking we will send a full list of sites available on this tour. You will also be given a panoramic tour of many other sites. Also there is opportunity to visit The Kensington Palace and ride a boat on Thames river cruise. This tour is ideal for first time visitors, as you do not have to worry about taxis and public transport. Your host will always be there for you, to take you to your next destinations. Once we receive the booking we will be sending out a full itinerary for you to look at and add anything else that you would like to see or do. Your tour begins soon after we pick you up from your hotel and Ends back at your hotel after the tour.

London: Private tour “From Big Ben to Buckingham”

London: Private tour “From Big Ben to Buckingham”

Walking tour - “From Big Ben to Buckingham” Your excursion will start near the famous clock Big Ben  - not only tourists but also locals like to call them so! Nearby is the most famous and recognizable building in London – Westminster Palace. The tower is adjacent to it. It was once the residence of the British kings, and now it is the building of the modern parliament. Next, perhaps the most incredible place in the British capital - Westminster Abbey. The coronations of British monarchs have been held in this majestic building for many years. And here they are buried. 3300 kings, writers, scientists and politicians rest here with honor: Elizabeth I, Charles Dickens, Charles Darwin, Isaac Newton... Then, you will go to  Whitehall Street, where the entire political elite of Britain is represented: from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to the Office of the Prime Minister. - You will hear about the brilliant palace of Henry VIII - Whitehall, the largest and most luxurious palace in Europe of its time. You will sympathize with the tragic story of Charles I - the king who laid his head on the chopping block; moreover, you will see the place of his execution with your own eyes. Next point - Trafalgar Square — the very "heart" of the English capital. On the way to the final goal of the journey, you will look at several more places: you will see the Duke of York's Column, the Royal Horse Guards building and walk through the small but luxurious St. James's Park. St. James's Park, according to most tourists, is the most beautiful and interesting park in London. You finish your journey near Buckingham Palace. It is one of the most luxurious palaces in the whole of Britain and the official residence of the reigning monarch. You will learn incredible facts about this palace, about the customs and peculiarities of the life of the British ruling family and get acquainted with everyone's favorite unusual guards in bear hats.

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This was a fabulous tour! Well paced to where you didn’t feel too rushed but it wasn’t too quick moving either. You could really take in the sights of the city! They even allowed for a 10 minute coffee and bathroom break in at James park which was much appreciated! Our tour guide DANIEL C was so lovely! Even took some photos for us which is very kind because it’s hard to hand your phone to strangers when visiting a new city! Can’t recommend this enough. We paid the booking fee on here as well as tipped since this is his job!

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My family and I thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Joe our tour guide was amazing! He is very knowledgeable about British history and he took us to all of the great spots to enjoy the different parts of the changing of the guard. The tour was well worth the money!

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Very informative, great show, despite the large crowds. The military band is amazing, the guide was great, and we were lucky to have our guide (Chiara) all to ourselves 👌 Thank you, Chiara!

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Great tour. Our guide Andrew was knowlegeable, charming, personable and humorous. We learned and saw a lot in a quick efficient manner. The family and I thoroughly enjoyed.

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The guide Patrick was very knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. Really very pleasant and very British in his sense of humor.