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Private Westminster Abbey and Changing of the Guard Tour
See the coronation chair and royal tombs plus walk through St. James Park to see Buckingham palace
Step inside the hallowed halls of Westminster Abbey to uncover tales of power and betrayal that shaped the United Kingdom. Your private guide brings the Gothic architecture to life and shows the final resting places of legendary figures like Isaac Newton. Afterwards, follow the ceremonial route through St. James’s Park, the oldest Royal Park in London, to Buckingham Palace. Arrive at the perfect viewpoint to spot the vibrant red uniforms of your tour finale, the Changing of the Guard.
What's included
Stand where royalty is crowned
Skip-the-line Westminster Abbey tickets
Guided tour of Westminster Abbey
Expert English-speaking guide
St. James’s Park walk
Changing of the Guard
Private group experience
Guide tips
Changing of the Guard (on off days)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
Meet your guide at Parliament Square
Your tour begins at the statue of Abraham Lincoln. Your private guide introduces you to the Parliament area and its historic houses of power before heading to the Abbey entrance.
Step inside Westminster Abbey
Skip the line and enter the 1,000-year-old church where every British coronation has occurred. Walk the central aisle, stare at the intricately designed floors, and learn about the centuries of royal weddings and state funerals this church has held.
Visit the Coronation Chair and Poet's Corner
Discover the historic Coronation Chair, used for royal ceremonies since the Middle Ages. Then, visit Poet's Corner to see the resting places of literary giants like Charles Dickens and Geoffrey Chaucer.
Stroll through St. James’s Park
Exit the Abbey to follow your guide through St. James’s Park, the oldest Royal Park in London, filled with wildlife and palace views. You will learn about its evolution from a royal hunting ground into a public treasure.
Witness the Changing of the Guard
Arrive on the Mall near Buckingham palace to watch the iconic and ceremonial Changing of the Guard. See the Old Guard hand over responsibility to the New Guard from a perfect vantage point. Watch the striking red tunics and bearskin hats of the soldiers marching to military music.
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Sat, 09 May 2026
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