THE ROYAL LONDON TOUR
WITH CHANGING OF THE GUARD.

Buckingham Palace is arguably the most famous of all royal buildings world-wide. Administrative home of the British Monarchy, it has been the official London residence of the monarch since 1837.

No-where does pomp and ceremony better than the British, and a must-see whilst in London is a Changing of the Guard Ceremony. Depending on the day of the week, you'll see real troops marching down the famous Mall or the powerful horses of the household cavalry. You may be lucky enough to hear the inspiring music of an army band, or snap a selfie with a member of the Household Cavalry.

* Note that guard changes on each day are at the discretion of the British Army. They are dependent on day of the week, weather and ceremonial duties.

Westminster Abbey has been the site of every coronation since 1066 and has played host to numerous royal weddings and funerals - including the wedding and funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. The Abbey is one of the most significant religious buildings in the United Kingdom and is the resting place of over 3000 of the nation's most famous names, including 16 monarchs, 8 primes ministers, and scientists such as Sir Isaac Newton.

Winston Churchill is probably Great Britain's most famous prime minister, leading the country through the Second World War. The underground nerve centre of his government's war effort is now open to the public and is also the site of the Winston Churchill museum. On the tour you'll pass this world-class attraction, nested within the striking white buildings of Whitehall.

One of the most iconic sounds of London is the unmistakable bong of Big Ben as it echoes from the striking Houses of Parliament, officially known as the Palace of Westminster. A royal palace has sat on this site since the 11th century, with the 900 year old Westminster Hall being the oldest part of the building. Westminster Hall as witnessed some of the most significant events in British History, including the trials of William Wallace, Guy Fawkes and King Charles I, and the Lying-in-State of numerous notable figures such as Winston Churchill and Queen Elizabeth II. The present-day gothic design of Westminster Palace, designed by Sir Charles Barry, was completed in 1870 after the old Palace burnt down in 1834.

St James' Park includes the famous Mall and Horse Guards Parade, and is one of London's 8 Royal Parks. Originally bought by King Henry VIII in 1532, it was landscaped under the orders of King James I, when it was used to house exotic animals such as camels and crocodiles. Today the park still features ample wildlife, including colourful parakeets, friendly squirrels, and even a family of pelicans! This beautiful park is a tranquil oasis in the heart of London, nestled between Buckingham Palace and Westminster.

Trafalgar Square is the official center of London, and is the home of the famous Nelson's column and it's four guarding lions. A hive of activity with tourists, street performers and locals, Trafalgar Square is one of the most iconic public squares in London.