Visit Kensington Palace & 3 Hour Westminster Walking Tour
We will see 15 of London's most iconic sights in a 3-hour historic walking tour!
After the walking tour: Visit Kensington Palace
For over 300 years Kensington Palace has been residence to Britain’s young royal families. Share the experience of this public palace and private home in the heart of Kensington Gardens.
It will be an enjoyable, educational and entertaining stroll. From Palaces (and stories of the Monarchy) to Parliament Square (with the history of the government), you will be continuously entertained with bits of history.
• See Buckingham Palace • Walkthrough the Royal Parks • Learn about the history of Westminster • Visit Parliament Square • View the London Eye, Big Ben, and Trafalgar Square
Sights you will see include ; Buckingham Palace Trafalgar Square Changing of the Guard (daily in Jun & Jul, otherwise only on Weds, Fri, Sun) Big Ben Downing Street Westminster Abbey Whitehall Houses of Parliament London Eye Parliament Square Queens Horse Guard
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Visit Kensington Palace & 3 Hour Westminster Walking Tour
What's included in Visit Kensington Palace & 3 Hour Westminster Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Buckingham Palace
After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace. On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot! Afterward, walk along the Royal Mall.
Trafalgar Square
Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!
Inclusions
- Sit in Parliament Square and see the sights
- Watch the Changing of the Guard (only Mon, Weds, Fri, Sun)
- Ticket for the Kensington Palace (your guide will not accompany you into the palace)
- Local guide
- Walking tour of the best sights in Westminster
- Lunch & Drinks (please bring something to sip and nibble on)
- Transport from and to your hotel
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Guard Change is on Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun at 10 AM, but the schedule is set by the British Army and may change without notice
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- • We meet outside of the Ritz hotel (Address: 150 Piccadilly) • Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs • The nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station
End Points
- Please note that your walking tour guide will not join you at Kensington Palace. Tickets and directions will be given at the end of your walking tour. Kensington Palace is around 30 mins away by public transport - transport cost will be approx. £5.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Please arrive 15 minutes before the experience starts. Meeting Point: The Ritz London Hotel, 150 Piccadilly, St. James's, London W1J 9BR, UK - We meet outside of The Ritz Hotel. - Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs. - Nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station - When you get to Green Park Underground station, take the left-hand exit. You will see a set of stairs and a ramp leading out of the station. Take the stairs. - You will walk past the Big Bus Company people and in front of you is the Ritz Hotel & the meeting point! Sadly, we do not refund latecomers. Please use a journey planner to ensure you leave enough time to get to the starting point.
