The Changing of the Guard is a centuries-old tradition that marks the official shift change of the Household Regiment—the King's guards stationed at …See more
You do not need to stand by the Victoria statue to view the ceremony. Start outside the square on the left as you face the palace. You can watch the troops march past. Afterward, head over to St. Jam… Full review by Peter B
Sep 24, 2023
The ceremnony is incredibly well planned and executed. You need to allow quite some time. Try to get to your chosen position soon after 10am The ceremony itself starts around 1045 and runs till about… Full review by Patric D
Aug 19, 2023
Second … Find & occupy a standing spot as you arrive at the first open stretch available that will accommodate your party along the metal security barriers. And Third … STAY THERE! From what I coul… Full review by JMCSTL
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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I have nothing more to add to the excellent responses that have already been stated. Everyone has hit it spot on. The fountain is great - and good for kids running around! The winter …
I have nothing more to add to the excellent responses that have already been stated. Everyone has hit it spot on. The fountain is great - and good for kids running around! The winter schedule is different than summer - so if you check with any hotel concierge they can tell you exactly what is taking place each day for any particular given time - but usually not too much farther than the current month. Have a great time - and it is definitely worth doing for sure! great photos. The horseguards are always so friendly to children......
Are tickets needed to watch the changing of the guards?
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No tickets are required to watch COG. you just need to reach on time and find an ideal place to watch. Tip :- carry your binoculars and find a central location at a height.
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