Explore London’s famous Westminster Area (Buckingham Palace, Westminster & Big Ben & 20 other top sights!)
After your walking tour, board HMS Belfast, 1 of only 3 remaining vessels from the fleet which supported the Normandy landings.
Start with a 3 hour walking tour of the history, culture, and legends of London. Head through Green Park to Buckingham Palace, watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony (on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays - daily in June & July). Head through Westminster to see Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament & more!
Next, board HMS Belfast, the flagship of bombardment Force E, supporting troops at Gold and Juno beaches. Her first target was the German gun battery at La Marefontaine. As a result of HMS Belfast’s bombardment, the battery played no meaningful role in the defence of the beaches.
Your guide will direct you to HMS Belfast from the end point of the tour. Your guide will NOT board HMS Belfast with you.
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.
Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.
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!
You will make your own way to the meeting points
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 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 wait for or refund latecomers. Please use a journey planner to ensure you leave enough time to get to the starting point.