The Shard Viewing Gallery & Westminster Private Walking Tour
Ever wondered what London looks like from 244m high? Then join your own private guide for one of the best Royal London Sightseeing Tours (4 palaces in 3 hours!) plus entry to the tallest public viewing platform in London!
We start in Green Park & then head to Westminster. Sights we’ll see along the way include Buckingham Palace (Changing of the Guard), Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Parliament Square, the Houses of Parliament (Westminster Palace).
At the end of the walking tour, prepare yourselves for a long elevator ride to the top of the Shard where you will enjoy 360 degree views of London!
Please note: Changing of the Guard occurs on morning tours only, and is not every day.
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The Shard Viewing Gallery & Westminster Private Walking Tour
What's included in The Shard Viewing Gallery & Westminster Private 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
- Top Westminster Sights Walking Tour (3 hours)
- Admission to The Shard Viewing Gallery
- Private Tour
- Fun Local Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport to The Shard (your guide will give directions)
- Camera (for all the photos you’ll be taking)
- Food and snacks
- Umbrella (if it's raining)
- 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
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Ticket Redemption
We meet outside The Ritz hotel (155 Piccadilly). At the Ritz, please meet us next to two red telephone boxes & the two souvenir stalls.
