Royal Westminster Tour: Palaces, Parks, Princes and Politics

It is astounding that this small area of Westminster is home to many of London’s most iconic buildings and fascinating history. And we are going to share it all with you!

This is the London you see on TV and in images depicted all across the globe. Here you'll walk in the foot steps of the royal family, stroll along beautifully landscaped royal parks, see where our Kings and Queens are crowned, and learn about the secret rooms underneath the government buildings - and what exactly happened down there. You'll pass by the home of the Prime Minister, have a chance to see the King's swans, and visit the most important royal palace in the country (spoiler: it's NOT Buckingham Palace!).

Here, you'll see the seats of the royal and governmental bodies that control the United Kingdom and learn of their 1,000 year old history. You'll have a chance to crack your best jokes to the King's guards, see the most famous palace in the world, take a photo of "Big Ben" ...and then learn why you aren't actually taking a photo of Big Ben. 

Sometimes we even have an opportunity to wave to the King and, sometimes, he even waves back!

On days that it takes place, this tour also includes the world-famous Changing of the Guard - and we will take you to the best place to view it.

Sites and topics we cover on the tour:

• Buckingham Palace - The most famous Royal Palace in the world and home of the British Monarchy for nearly 200 years

• The Changing of the Guard - A ceremony that takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays throughout the year. We will ensure you get the best possible views of the King's guard!
• The Mall - A tree-lined avenue where the Royal Family process throughout the year
• Clarence House - The current home of our King and Queen
• St. James's Palace - The epicentre of the Royal Court of the United Kingdom
• St. James's Park - Home to the royal swans (and pelicans)
• Trafalgar Square - London's common room and a site for celebrations, commemorations, performances and parties
• Whitehall - The seat of the British government, built on the site of an old Royal Palace
• Horse Guards Parade - Home of the King's Life Guard, as well as their horses, and the backdrop to the Monarchs annual birthday celebration: Trooping the Colour
• Downing Street - Home of the Prime Minister since the 18th century
• Westminster Abbey - The resting place of numerous Kings and Queens as well as the site of coronations, royal weddings and funerals
• The Palace of Westminster/Houses of Parliament - The legislature of the United Kingdom, comprising of the House of Commons and the opulent House of Lords, both of which operate inside a Royal Palace
• Big Ben - This needs no description! The most famous clock in the world.

This tour requires a minimum number of persons to run. In the unlikely event that we have not reached that, we will contact you prior to the tour with some options.