Guided Kensington Palace Tour, Royal Guard Change & Afternoon Tea
Step into British royal tradition with a full-day experience covering London’s finest royal sites and ceremonies. From the best vantage point of Buckingham Palace's iconic Changing of the Guard to a visit to Kensington Palace complete with a traditional afternoon tea, you'll explore centuries of royal history as you hear tales of Queen Victoria, Princess Diana, and more. With all logistics taken care of—including pre-reserved access with an audio guide to Kensington Palace—this royal London tour is a perfect day out for anyone captivated by British history and regal charm.
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Kensington Palace Tour with Guard Change and Afternoon Tea
What's included in Guided Kensington Palace Tour, Royal Guard Change & Afternoon Tea
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Guard's Division Memorial
Start your royal London tour at the Guards Memorial, where your guide will introduce the British regiments that guard the royal palaces.
Changing of the Guard
Settle in for a front-row view of the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. While most tourists jostle for space in front of the palace, they'll actually miss most of the main event! Instead, your guide will lead you to the perfect vantage point to see the full spectacle of the New Guard's arrival with a band, and share interesting insights about this celebrated British tradition.
Hyde Park
From there, stroll through the beautiful Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens, where you’ll see iconic landmarks like the Diana Memorial Fountain and the Albert Memorial. Along the way, your guide will bring London’s royal history to life, sharing tales of the monarchy, famous figures, and royal dramas to fully immerse you in this staple of British heritage.
Inclusions
- Local English-speaking guide
- Afternoon tea at the Orangery
- Pre-reserved tickets to Kensington Palace
- Audio guide at Kensington Palace
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour is in English.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- This is a walking tour so guests should be able to walk at least 3 miles without difficulty.
- Changing the Guard can sometimes be cancelled at very short notice, especially in wet weather and can be decided as late as 10:45am on the day. The tour will still run with an alternative itinerary.
- Kensington Palace is Self guided with audio guide.
- Please note that for security reasons bag searches might take place at Kensington Palace
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Guards Memorial - Horse Guards Rd.
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Ticket Redemption
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. - Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers. - This is a Walking tour so guests should be able to walk atleast 3 miles without difficulty. - Changing the Guard can sometimes be cancelled at very short notice, especially in wet weather and can be decided as late as 10:45am on the day. The tour will still run with an alternative itinerary. - Kensington Palace is Self guided with audio guide. - Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information. - Please note that for security reasons bag searches might take place at Kensington Palace - The tour will run rain or shine, so we kindly recommend dressing appropriately and bringing an umbrella if needed. - Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
