Highlights
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Three of London's unmissable sites
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Priority access to Buckingham Palace
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Traditional English tea
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Commentary by a professional tour guide
Essential info*
Digital voucher accepted
Duration 4hrs30 mins
Tour with Commentary
Languages
Fast-track entry
Starting time 9:45 AM, 10:30 AM
Departure point/location
Description
Don't miss three quintessential parts of the London experience during your stay. Watch the Changing of the Guard, visit Buckingham Palace and enjoy a traditional cup of tea.
The day will start by watching the Changing of the Guard. It's an unmissable attraction, which is why there will be so many people there, but your guide will make sure to find you the best possible spot.
You will then visit the luxurious quarters inside Buckingham Palace, the official residence of Queen Elizabeth II. Only open to the public two months a year, it's a unique opportunity to gain a glimpse of the lifestyle of the royal couple. It houses numerous objects from the Royal Collection which come from all over the world.
Your will tour will end in a luxury hotel where you will enjoy traditional afternoon tea. Your guide will explain everything there is to know about the tradition while you enjoy sandwiches and scones with jam and cream, amongst other things, everything being elegantly presented.
Good to know
- Availability: every day while Buckingham Palace is open to the public in August and September (except in exceptional circumstances)
- Time: 10:30am during the week and 10am on Sundays
- Duration: Approx. 4.5 hours
- Departure: Waterloo Place
- Language: English
- To take part in this activity, simply present your booking voucher at the meeting point
- The Changing of the Guard takes place every two days and is based on a calender which is subject to change. On days when the Changing of the Guard doesn't take place you will attend the Changing of the Guard at Horse Guard Parade (with cavalry rather than foot guards)
- On Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, you'll experience the change of the Household Cavalry
- In the event of heavy rain the Changing of the Guard will be cancelled. This will be replaced by a walking tour
- On some Sunday mornings the Changing of the Guard may take place earlier. If this is the case you won't be able to attend
- This activity is not suitable for people of reduced mobility and people with children in push-chairs
- Security checks are in place at the entrance to Buckingham Palace, which means it may take longer to enter the building. Please don't bring large bags, rucksacks or suitcases on the tour
- Please bring something to protect you from potential rain
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
- Photos are not allowed inside Buckingham Palace
No charges will be levied for cancellations made more than 7 days before the date of the activity (excluding special dates). After this, the following charges will be levied:
Between 7 and 4 days prior: 50% of the price
After this time and in case of a no-show: 100% of the price
Any reservation made for special dates cannot be cancelled, modified or refunded.
Price includes
- Ticket for the tour of Buckingham Palace
- Services of a professional guide
- Earphones if necessary
- Traditional tea in a luxury hotel
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Tips (optional)
- Any other extras
- Booking fees
Customer reviews
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Fantastic value great day out well Worth moneyneil H.Aug 9, 2016
