London Top 30 Sights Tour including Changing Of The Guard

Departure Point We meet next to the Mahatma Gandhi Statue in Parliament Square. The nearest Tube Station is Westminster Underground Station. We will email you instructions of how to get to the meeting point. Your personal travel rep is also available via whatsapp to assist before during and after your tour. Return Details Tour ends at the vibrant Borough Market. London’s legendary food paradise! It’s the perfect spot to relax and refuel after your tour! Note: Monday Borough Market is closed but there are great places to eat nearby which your guide can suggest to you. Duration 4 hours Languages Available Human tour guide - English Points of Interest Stop At: Houses of Parliament Parliament Square London Stand in awe outside of the world-famous Houses of Parliament and "Big Ben" - Fun fact "Big Ben" is actually the bell inside the tower and the official tower is called the Elizabeth Tower. Discover the history of this architectural masterpiece home to the English and British democracy for nearly 900 years! Duration: 15 minutes Stop At: Big Ben Parliament Square Elizabeth Tower - Palace of Westminster London On your walking tour sight the famous Big Ben! Standing tall on the banks of the River Thames Big Ben is one of the most iconic and beloved landmarks in London. Often mistakenly referred to as the entire clock tower Big Ben is actually the nickname for the Great Bell housed within the magnificent Elizabeth Tower which forms part of the Houses of Parliament. Duration: 15 minutes Stop At: Buckingham Palace Spur Road London Stand and see from outside the grand Buckingham Palace home to generations of British monarchs. Your expert Blue Badge Tour Guide will regale you with stories of its history and help you snap those picture-perfect shots. Duration: 15 minutes Stop At: Changing of the Guard Constitution Hill Buckingham Palace London Witness the Changing of the King’s Guards Ceremony a tradition over 350 years old. Your Blue Badge Tour Guide will ensure you’re in the best spot to admire this spectacular display perfect for photos and Instagram-worthy moments.Note: Changing of the Guards Ceremony only takes place on the Monday Wednesday Friday and Sunday Tours starting at 9am. It is also subject to last minute changes due to royal events or extenuating circumstances. Furthermore it is weather permitting (i! e. not raining). Duration: 30 minutes Stop At: Westminster Abbey 20 Dean's Yard Broad Sanctuary London Marvel at the majestic Westminster Abbey from the outside — one of London’s most iconic and historic landmarks. This grand Gothic masterpiece has been the coronation church since 1066 and the final resting place of monarchs poets and national heroes. Your Blue Badge Guide will share its fascinating stories as you admire from the outside. Duration: 15 minutes Stop At: Southbank London Make sure you have topped up Oyster Card for the Tube/Train/Bus Journey.As we head onto the vibrant Southbank get ready for some of London’s most iconic riverside sights! This lively stretch along the Thames is packed with culture history and stunning views. You’ll see the London Eye. We’ll pass the striking Royal Festival Hall where world-class music and arts performances light up the scene.Further along you’ll spot Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre a beautiful reconstruction of the original Elizabethan playhouse where Shakespeare’s works were brought to life.Not far from there you’ll see the soaring spires of Southwark Cathedral one of London’s oldest and most atmospheric churches.Of course we’ll also admire HMS Belfast moored in the river — a true gem of British naval history — and enjoy fantastic views of the legendary Tower Bridge.The Southbank is where London’s energy creativity and history come together. It is an unforgettable second part of your London Tour! Duration: 20 minutes Stop At: London Eye Westminster Bridge Road Riverside Building County Hall London Catch a fantastic view of the iconic London Eye as we make our way along the Southbank. Standing 135 meters tall this giant observation wheel offers some of the best panoramic views across the city skyline — a modern symbol of London you’ll get to admire up close!As we walk along the Southbank you’ll see the iconic Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre — a stunning recreation of the original 1599 playhouse where many of Shakespeare’s greatest works were first performed. A true piece of living history it’s a must-see for anyone who loves theatre culture and London’s rich past! Duration: Not Available Stop At: Southwark Anglican Cathedral 1 London Bridge Montague Close London View from outside the stunning Southwark Cathedral London’s oldest Gothic church steeped in history dating back to 1220. Duration: 15 minutes Stop At: St. Paul's Cathedral St Paul's Churchyard London View from across the river take in the grandeur of St. Paul’s Cathedral one of London’s most iconic landmarks