Royal London & Royal Palaces Tour
📅WHEN: Tues, Sat
⏰TIME: 13:30
⏳DURATION: 2 - 2.5 Hours
📍START POINT: Ritz Hotel
🎫RESERVATION: Yes
🔊LANGUAGE: English
💰PRICE: £10 per person
Join this fun London walking tour and learn about the British Royal Family and see London's Royal Palaces!
At Buckingham Palace you'll discover the truly incredible history of this architectural masterpiece, the King's and Queen's who have lived there, learn how to do a Royal wave and spot the famous Royal balcony.
You'll visit St James's Palace and discover which member of the Royal Family lives there today, hear the infamous story of Henry VIII and his six wives and why a Royal proclamation makes this the most senior palace of them all.
Along the way you'll see where both Prince William and Prince Harry grew up, get up close to the Royal residences of Clarence House and Lancaster House and stroll down Pall Mall to find the Royal Family's Favourite Shops.
As you go you’ll relive the story of the King's mistress that outwitted the Royal Family, stroll through the beautiful St James’s Park and visit Horseguards Parade to get up close to the Royal Horseguards.
Finish up outside Westminster Abbey - home of Royal Coronations, Royal Weddings and Royal Funerals - the perfect place to end a London walking tour that will allow you to discover all things royalty!
Highlights
Buckingham Palace
Household Cavalry
Westminster Abbey
Royal Parks
St James’s Palace
Horseguards Parade
Start Point
The tour starts on the corner of Piccadilly and Arlington Street between The Ritz Hotel and The Wolseley Restaurant.
On arrival please meet your tour guide holding the yellow umbrella.
Why Royal London and Royal Palaces Tour Is Great!
This London walking tour of the Royal Family and Royal Palaces is one of the only London walking tours that is specifically dedicated to the history and lifestyle of the British Royal Family. On this London walking tour you'll learn all about the King's and Queen's of England, their traditions and celebrations, and their glorious successes and humiliating defeats. You'll follow in the Royal Family footsteps as you walk the paths they have taken and visit the places they have frequented. Plus, on this London walking tour you'll also find out what to look out for if you want to see the Royal Family (and don’t forget to keep an eye out as we have seen the Royal Family on this tour before!)
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need To Book? Can I Walk Up?
A booking is essential for all guests wishing to take the tour. Please do not show up without a reservation as the tour may be full or not running on your preferred date. Booking is easy and can be done here
I Can’t Book For My Preferred Date?
If you are unable to book this tour for a particular date then it means the tour is either sold out or not running on that date. Please do not show up at the tour start point without booking or contacting us first.
Will I See A Member Of The Royal Family?
Understandably we cannot guarantee that you will see the Royal Family during the tour. However you’ll go to the places they frequently visit and we have seen them on the tour before so make sure to keep an eye out!
How Much Walking? Wheelchairs?
This tour covers approx. 2-3 miles of walking. Due to uneven surfaces and unavoidable stairs, this tour is not suitable for those with wheelchairs, walking difficulties or large prams/buggys.
Do We Go Into The Royal Palaces?
No. To go inside any of the Royal Palaces you will need to purchase a separate ticket and visit after the tour. Your tour guide will be able to advise how to purchase these separately at the end of the tour.
Do We See The Changing of the Guard?
No. This tour does not include the Changing of the Guard ceremony. However you will see and learn about the Royal Guards on duty. To join our Changing of the Guard Tour instead please click here.
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Important: This tour is not an official Royal Family tour and is not affiliated with, approved or endorsed by, any and/or all members of The Royal Family. This tour is provided for informational purposes only and any subsequent use of The Royal Family name/s and other identifiable information is the property of the respective owners with no copyright or infringement intended.