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15 Best London Royal Tours

The royal tours travelers actually book: Buckingham Palace’s State Rooms in their summer window, Kensington year-round and the Changing of the Guard from spots that see anything.

1.Buckingham Palace: The State Rooms Entrance Ticket

Explore Buckingham Palace's stunning State Rooms with a multimedia tour, treasures from the Royal Collection, and views of the palace gardens—an authentic royal experience for history lovers and architecture fans alike.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“It was great to get a behind the veil experience of Buckingham Palace. The audio guide is essential to learning about the history of the palace. It was a shame that photos could not be taken but that also makes the experience more special because…”

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4.London: Buckingham Palace & Changing of the Guard Experience

Discover London's royal landmarks on a guided walking tour, including Buckingham Palace, St. James’s Palace, and the Changing of the Guard.

★ 4.3

“Jo (Joanna) was an AMAZING tour guide! She took the time to talk about different buildings, sites and traditions. Very informative without feeling like she’s reading off a script. She’s engaging and asked the group questions to keep it lively. We saw the exchanging of…”

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6.London: Changing of The Guard Tour

Discover London's iconic Changing of the Guard with this engaging small-group tour. Learn the history, see the ceremony, and enjoy expert insights for a memorable experience.

★ 4.8

“Chris was an amazing tour guide! We learned so much about the intricate details of the changing of the guard. He kept us moving to see all the sites. Even our 6 year really enjoyed the tour! Highly recommend to anyone visiting London.”

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7.London: Westminster and Changing of the Guard Tour

Explore London's iconic sights with a guided walk covering Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, and the Changing of the Guard, all in 2 hours.

★ 4.5

“John was a fantastic tour guide - he was very engaging and we learned so much and thoroughly enjoyed the two hour experience. He was especially brilliant with my young daughter who is just 6.”

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10.Buckingham Palace Entrance Ticket & Changing of the Guard Tour

Discover London's Buckingham Palace, explore the State Rooms, and witness the Changing of the Guard with this guided tour packed with historical insights and royal splendor.

★ 4.0

“Loved this and worth doing with a guide as they know where to go and when to arrive to get the best view. Learnt many new things about the monarchy and how they operate. The changing of the guard was a highlight. Wouldn't be as…”

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11.London: Changing of the Guard Tour by Buckingham Palace

Discover London’s iconic Changing of the Guard with this guided walking tour. Enjoy expert insights, prime views, and avoid crowded spots for a memorable experience.

★ 4.2

“Angie was fabulous and I would highly recommend this tour, Angie has a passion for being a tour guide that maximizes your experience.”

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12.Guided Tour of London Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham

Explore London’s top sights—Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace—with a guided tour. Skip lines, hear expert stories, and enjoy authentic experiences for around $111.

★ 4.5

“This turned into a basically private tour with Olga! There were just 5 of us and it was amazing! Olga was full of knowledge and we appreciated the time she took to answer our questions. We learned so much that we didn't even know about…”

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13.London: 1-Hour Guided Tour of the Royal Albert Hall

Discover the Royal Albert Hall on a 1-hour guided tour. Explore iconic performances, lavish interiors, and backstage stories in London's historic venue.

★ 4.8

“Derek was superb at articulating the history of Albert Hall but also made it interesting and entertaining. He paced it very well and would definitely come back with my family whom where not there this time . My 17 year old was very well informed…”

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14.London: Buckingham Palace Entry Ticket & Royal Walking Tour

Discover London's royal side with this guided walking tour and skip-the-line access to Buckingham Palace’s State Apartments, combining history, scenery, and insider stories.

★ 4.5

“Fun vibrant presentation of history from our young guide. The headsets provided enabled everyone in the large group to hear him at all times. It was great”

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More London Royal Tours

4.5Changing of the Guard Guided Tour at Buckingham Palace1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$19.34 4.5The Kensington Palace Gardens Royal High Tea2 hours (approx.)$158.11 5.0Changing of the Guard Walking Tour in London2 hours (approx.)$19.42 5.0Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London2 to 3 hours (approx.)$44.38 4.3From London: Royal Windsor Afternoon Tour5.5 hours$93 5.0Changing of the Guard Walking Tour1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)$26.35 3.5Kensington Palace Entrance Ticket3 hours (approx.)$28.31 5.0Highlights of Royal London Bike Tour including Hyde Park3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$58.25 5.0London: Royal Historic Pubs Walking Tour2.5 hours$39 5.0London: Buckingham Palace & Big Ben (& Westminster Abbey entry)5 hours (approx.)$135.87 5.0Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Guided Tour of London4 hours (approx.)$113.68 4.5London: Changing of the Guard Walking Tour2 hours$26 3.8London: Buckingham Palace The King’s Gallery Entrance Ticket 4.0Royal Observatory Greenwich & Prime Meridian Entry Ticket London2 hours (approx.)$33.90 4.6London: Buckingham, Big Ben & Westminster Abbey Tour3 - 7 hours$85 4.6London: Kensington Palace Afternoon Tea & Guided Walk2 - 4 hours$151 4.5Royal Westminster and Changing of the Guard Tour2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)$24.95 4.5London: Royal Museums Greenwich Day Pass6 hours$40 4.5London: Westminster Abbey, Big Ben & Changing of the Guards Tour3 hours (approx.)$86.45 4.5Buckingham Palace Entrance Ticket & British Royalty Guided Tour2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$95.29 4.3From London: Windsor Castle Royal Afternoon Sightseeing Tour330 minutes - 6 hours$93 4.5Afternoon Tea at The Rubens at the Palace, Buckingham Palace2 hours (approx.)$114.38 4.5Buckingham Palace & Changing of the Guard Experience$151 4.5The Royal Albert Hall Tour1 hour (approx.)$27.73