Changing the Guard Ceremony at Buckingham Palace

Watch the Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace in a small-group guided tour with audio headsets for clear commentary.

Getting started

Meet your expert English-speaking guide at the designated starting point near Buckingham Palace. Join your small group and pick up your audio headset if included in your selected option, so you can clearly hear your guide throughout. Your guide will set the scene for the ceremony ahead and outline whether you will see the Foot Guards or the Horse Guards based on the day of your visit.

What to expect

Changing the Guard

Get an up-close look at one of Britain's most iconic royal traditions outside Buckingham Palace, with a guide to help you follow every detail.

Features:

• Expert guided experience: Witness the Changing the Guard Ceremony outside Buckingham Palace on, with your guide explaining the history, music, and military precision behind the Foot Guards.

• Small group tour: Stay with your small group as your English-speaking guide leads you to the best available vantage points and shares stories about the palace, the monarchy, and nearby royal landmarks.

• Clear commentary: Use the provided audio headsets to hear live commentary clearly, even when the area is crowded and the band is playing.

Extras

• State Rooms entry: Get exclusive access to the palace interiors after your guided tour, with plenty to time to explore at your own pace.

• Walking tour: Upgrade your experience with a 2-hour walking tour around Buckingham Palace, which lets you explore more of the surrounding royal neighbourhood with your guide.

• Westminster Abbey tour: You can also choose a guided tour of Westminster Abbey, adding a deep dive into the site of royal coronations and burials to your Changing the Guard experience.