London Sightseeing Tour: Guard Change with Tower of London Option
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Overview
See the best that England’s capital has to offer on a full-day city tour of London! Explore St Paul’s Cathedral with a guide, then make a photo stop at Westminster Abbey. Watch the must-see Changing of the Guard ceremony outside Buckingham Palace and have some free time for lunch around the UNESCO-listed Tower of London. Finish up with a sightseeing cruise down the River Thames. If you want to see even more, upgrade to one of two activities: a cream tea at Harrods restaurant or a London Eye flight.
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GET TICKETSTicket Options (4) Options Available
Option(s)
Half-Day London Morning Tour
See London’s highlights in the morning: St. Paul’s Cathedral & Changing of the Guard (Tower of London & Cruise not included)
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$73.24
Option(s)
Full-Day London Tour
See London’s top sights: St. Paul’s, Changing of the Guard, Tower of London & Thames River cruise with a guide
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$147.72
Option(s)
Full-Day London & London Eye
Explore London highlights: St. Paul’s, Changing of the Guard, Tower of London, Thames cruise & London Eye ride
Starting from
$192.40
Option(s)
Full-Day London & Harrods Tea
Discover London’s landmarks: St. Paul’s, Changing of the Guard, Tower, Thames cruise & enjoy tea at Harrods
Starting from
$217.92
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Entry to St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Changing of the Guard (selected dates)
- Private Thames River sightseeing cruise (full-day option)
- Harrods cream tea with sparkling wine (upgrade option)
- London Eye ticket (upgrade option)
- Entry to Tower of London (full-day option)
- Professional guide & air-conditioned coach
What's not Included
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- St. Paul’s Cathedral: Sunday tours cannot include a guided tour due to weekly services. Entry is usually possible but cannot be guaranteed. On Wednesdays when St. Paul’s opens late (10:00 AM), the tour will include a photo stop at Buckingham Palace instead of the Changing of the Guard.
- Changing of the Guard: Takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, and daily from May to July. Schedule may change last minute or be canceled during large city events. If the ceremony does not occur, we still stop for a photo outside or near the Palace.
- Tour Schedule: Itinerary may change depending on St. Paul’s and Tower of London opening times and the Changing of the Guard schedule.
- Tour Duration: Approximately 8 hours for the full-day tour and 4 hours for the half-day morning tour (ends at Buckingham Palace).
- London Eye: Generally closed in January for annual maintenance. 2026 closure dates to be confirmed.
- Children: Travelers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
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