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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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2.London: Kensington Palace Sightseeing Entrance Tickets

Discover Kensington Palace in London with this self-guided ticket, including stunning state apartments, exhibitions, and audio guides. Perfect for royal enthusiasts.

★ 4.5

“We loved our time at Kensington Palace and would recommend the tour. The only glitch was the meeting place. We stood there until about 5 mins after our booked time. Then we walked to the entrance and they allowed us to enter. Maybe you could…”

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3.London: Westminster Abbey, Big Ben & Buckingham Guided Tour

Discover London’s iconic sights with a guided tour inside Westminster Abbey, see Big Ben, and walk to Buckingham Palace—all in four hours of engaging storytelling.

★ 4.8

“Irina Hoss was the best part of the tour, the passion that came from her heart as she was speaking about London was clear and impressive. It was a very cold day today but everyone was so intrigued and motivated to stay because of the…”

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5.Best of London Tour inc Tower of London and Changing of the Guard

Explore London's top landmarks in one day with this full-day tour, including the Tower, Westminster Abbey, Thames cruise, and optional London Eye or cream tea.

★ 4.5

“Best way to see all the famous sights in London in 1 day! Peter was the very best tour guide. He has historical and local knowledge and made the whole day fun!!”

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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

“It was like getting front seats (we were standing of course). We had clear line of sight when the guards were moving in or out of the palace. Nathan, was a wonderful guide and during the 2-hour walk, he guided us through historical stories as…”

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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 is amazing. He was knowledgeable, friendly and knew all the good spots, he got us ahead of other guides. We were very lucky to see the King coming out of the Clarence house, which does not happen always.”

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8.Changing of the Guard Guided Walking Tour in London

Discover the Changing of the Guard in London with this guided walking tour. Enjoy close-up views, expert guides, and authentic sights for a memorable experience.

★ 5.0

“Our guide, Paul, was awesome!!! So fun and full of information! Kept us moving through the crowds, saw so many interesting points, with lots of laughs, too. Highly recommend!”

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9.Buckingham Palace: The Royal Mews Entrance Ticket

Explore Buckingham Palace’s Royal Mews with tickets for the working stables, stunning carriages, and royal horses. A fascinating glimpse behind the scenes.

★ 4.3

“Amazing experience, loved seeing all the carriages and how they are used. Loved seeing the two greys in the stalls. Wish there were more horses to see but overall well worth the visit.”

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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

“Our guide Louise was the best. She gave a very informed tour mixed with great British humor! We loved our tour and all the good information shared about the Royals. Buckingham palace is not to be missed!”

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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

“Tour was great! Our guide, Aaron, was super friendly, very knowledgeable and informative. Whilst you can see the changing of the guard on your own, having a guide explain it to you and take you to the best viewing points was well worth the cost…”

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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

“Richard was a fantastic guide! Very knowledgeable, great personality and enjoyable. I really appreciated the stories and insight shared, and especially glad I took the 4 hour tour so I could enjoy the guided Westminster Abbey tour.”

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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