The Changing of the Guard ceremony takes place between three locations Buckingham Palace, St James's Palace and Wellington Barracks. To end up …See more
Mike is an excellent guide and commentator. He knew how to ensure we had a great experience. We saw the guards from several vantage points and got a good overview of what they do. Fine walk by palace… Full review by Dream21770388493
Jan 4, 2024
Brought my kids to watch this. It’s a spectacle to watch. Although in all honesty, it’s nothing too spectacular, it was a unique experience for the kids. Make sure to check the website before going, … Full review by Azmil Z
Nov 25, 2023
Another classic experience for a visitor to London. We have been before but it is always worth seeing. There are multiple places to see parts of the ceremony but it is impossible for one person to … Full review by Hockeydad900
Hello. We are planning a palace tour after Changing of the Guards. What would be the best time to book tickets for the state room tour afterwards? How much time do we need between the end of the ceremony and getting to start of tour area? Thank you!
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I watched them get ready at the army barracks around the corner, got there quite early to get a clear spot, then watched them march up to the Palace, then went back to the Mall …
I watched them get ready at the army barracks around the corner, got there quite early to get a clear spot, then watched them march up to the Palace, then went back to the Mall and watched smaller processions. I loved the pomp and ceremony, something we don't have in Australia. Didn't do the state rooms, I had done a tour of the Palace the day before. Go and enjoy it.
We arrived at 10:30 am on a Monday and bought our tickets ahead of time. Note you need to have a printed copy of the ticket, so I had to figure that out in the hotel, but earlier the …
We arrived at 10:30 am on a Monday and bought our tickets ahead of time. Note you need to have a printed copy of the ticket, so I had to figure that out in the hotel, but earlier the better! We got right in at that time.
Hi, I'd like to see the changing of the guards but I'm going with a little toddler and I'll have my stroller with me. I don't mind not seeing the actual changing of the guards, but I'd like to have a nice view where my little one can actually see some guards and horses marching by. Is there a good spot? Or should I just scrap that off my list? Thanks =D
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Hello: Victoria Fountain is directly in front of Buckingham Palace and is perfect for viewing all activities from a slightly elevated platform. The area that encircles the fountain is raised and …
Hello: Victoria Fountain is directly in front of Buckingham Palace and is perfect for viewing all activities from a slightly elevated platform. The area that encircles the fountain is raised and wide. Get there at least one hour before the guard changing(check website for times, also I don't remember if the ceremony changing is daily), for the best view directly in front of the palace. Bring plenty of snacks and patience because from the time you get there until the police allow you to leave the area will be at least 2-3 hrs. I was right up against the gates , but if I were to go again, that's where I would be. The guards and horses will enter from your left as you face the palace and enter the grounds almost directly in front of you. Do not miss the opportunity with the kiddos. If old enough, they will remember that incredible and historic pageantry forever. Hope this helps. Enjoy! Enjoy!
Can I go to the Buckingham Palace to watch the changing of the guards on my own? Or joining a tour is recommendable? I know that in order to get good viewing position I must go there early, perhaps, 2-3 hours before the starting of the ceremony. Are tours given certain privilage to have positions reserved so that tour members could still have better viewing positions even arriving just half an hour before the ceremony? Thanks
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No, you don't need to join the tour. You can go on your own. The best view is actually from the Victoria Memorial. You are on high ground, therefore, you get the view when the guards …
No, you don't need to join the tour. You can go on your own. The best view is actually from the Victoria Memorial. You are on high ground, therefore, you get the view when the guards marches in to the palace, as well the entire changing of the guards. Don't gather around the fence, like a lot of people do. You either only see the guards marching in/out (but not the changing of the guard), or you only see the changing of the guard, but not the guards marching in/out.
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