Highlights of London Full Day Private Guided Tour
Overview
Discover London’s top sights on a private full-day tour with an expert guide. No need to worry about tickets or navigation—just enjoy an unforgettable day exploring the city’s iconic landmarks.
Visit Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, the Thames River, and the Tower of London. Witness the Changing of the Guard or, on Fridays, the Household Cavalry change.
Your guide will share fascinating stories, insider knowledge, and hidden details, ensuring you experience London like a local. This in-depth tour is the perfect way to see the city's highlights in a single day.
What's Included
- Thames River Ferry
- Buckingham palace (from outside)
- Changing of the Guard (or Household Cavalry)
- Churchill War Rooms (from outside)
- 10 Downing St (from outside)
- Trafalgar Square & Westminster city
- Big Ben (from outside)
- Tower of London entrance tickets
- Westminster Abbey (from outside)
- Professional Tour Guide
- Food/Beverages
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
Meeting Location
10 Russell Street
London WC2B 5HZ, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
London EC3N 4AB
UK
Our full day tour will conclude outside the Tower of London.
What To Expect
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Covent Garden
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Trafalgar Square
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Buckingham Palace
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Changing of the Guard
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Westminster Abbey
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Churchill War Rooms
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
10 Downing Street
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Big Ben
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bateaux London
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Tower of London
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- This tour does not accommodate wheelchairs
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The British authorities reserve the right to change modify or cancel the Changing of the Guards ceremony without notice in the case of wet weather and other official events. Under these conditions, the British army usually will not give final notice of cancellation until 10 minutes before the planned time. In such cases, your guide will modify the tour to include an alternative Parade where possible, and share more highlights of the Westminster area.
- In the case of heavy rain, you will see a wet change (guards marching without music).
- Please note that if you book your tour on Friday you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
- For the Changing of the Guard ceremony, we do not stand by the Buckingham Palace gates. The crowds swarm there hours in advance, only to find they can only see the very end of the parade all while being crushed by the masses. Instead, we take you to the best spots only the locals know, and walk along with the parade! This way you see the absolute most there is to see, and it’s a much more enjoyable experience.
- The majority of this tour is a walking tour, therefore we recommend wearing comfortable shoes..
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Highlights of London Full Day Private Guided Tour?
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Activity code: C-6718P155
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
- Thames River Ferry.
- Buckingham palace (from outside).
- Changing of the Guard (or Household Cavalry).
- Churchill War Rooms (from outside).
- 10 Downing St (from outside).
- Trafalgar Square & Westminster city.
- Big Ben (from outside).
- Tower of London entrance tickets.
- Westminster Abbey (from outside).
- Professional Tour Guide.
- Food/Beverages.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Highlights of London Full Day Private Guided Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- This tour does not accommodate wheelchairs
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The British authorities reserve the right to change modify or cancel the Changing of the Guards ceremony without notice in the case of wet weather and other official events. Under these conditions, the British army usually will not give final notice of cancellation until 10 minutes before the planned time. In such cases, your guide will modify the tour to include an alternative Parade where possible, and share more highlights of the Westminster area.
- In the case of heavy rain, you will see a wet change (guards marching without music).
- Please note that if you book your tour on Friday you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
- For the Changing of the Guard ceremony, we do not stand by the Buckingham Palace gates. The crowds swarm there hours in advance, only to find they can only see the very end of the parade all while being crushed by the masses. Instead, we take you to the best spots only the locals know, and walk along with the parade! This way you see the absolute most there is to see, and it’s a much more enjoyable experience.
- The majority of this tour is a walking tour, therefore we recommend wearing comfortable shoes..
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Highlights of London Full Day Private Guided Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Thames River Ferry
- Buckingham palace (from outside)
- Changing of the Guard (or Household Cavalry)
- Churchill War Rooms (from outside)
- 10 Downing St (from outside)
- Trafalgar Square & Westminster city
- Big Ben (from outside)
- Tower of London entrance tickets
- Westminster Abbey (from outside)
- Professional Tour Guide
- Food/Beverages
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- This tour does not accommodate wheelchairs
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The British authorities reserve the right to change modify or cancel the Changing of the Guards ceremony without notice in the case of wet weather and other official events. Under these conditions, the British army usually will not give final notice of cancellation until 10 minutes before the planned time. In such cases, your guide will modify the tour to include an alternative Parade where possible, and share more highlights of the Westminster area.
- In the case of heavy rain, you will see a wet change (guards marching without music).
- Please note that if you book your tour on Friday you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
- For the Changing of the Guard ceremony, we do not stand by the Buckingham Palace gates. The crowds swarm there hours in advance, only to find they can only see the very end of the parade all while being crushed by the masses. Instead, we take you to the best spots only the locals know, and walk along with the parade! This way you see the absolute most there is to see, and it’s a much more enjoyable experience.
- The majority of this tour is a walking tour, therefore we recommend wearing comfortable shoes..
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Operated by a business
