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Free tour

Buckingham Palace to Big Ben.

4.89
Excellent(327)
Duration: 2 hours
Languages: English
Guru: Jill
PRO
Registered on 28 April 2023
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Hi, I'm Jill and I've lived in London for 20 years. I've been a tour guide for London, the Opera House and even a dinosaur exhibition. I've also worked in many of the royal palaces and popular venues throughout the city so can help with further activities and visits during your stay.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Hello and welcome to my London tour. I'm Jill inviting you to join me for a lovely stroll from Victoria station, through St. James and to Westminster and the houses of Parliament.  We'll encounter the history and highlights of the area, including part of the Changing of the Guard ceremony if you join me for my 11 o clock tour on Monday, Wednesday or Friday or the 11 am Sunday parade. I have lived in London for twenty years and led my tours for five of those. I've worked in many of the buildings we'll see along the way and gathered lots of stories and tales from the history of the city.
We'll meet at the Ferdinand Foch horse statue opposite the Shakespeare pub at Victoria Station.
During the tour, we'll pass the Royal Mews and Buckingham Palacemake our way down the Mall encountering other lovely habitats and hidey holes of the Royal Family and their ancestors.
Passing through St. James Park, we'll then make our way down historic Whitehall experiencing all things parliamentary, police-like, and political party-ish.
We'll finally arrive at the Houses of Parliament to say hello to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.  I love to make sure my walkers get the most out of their visit so please come with lots of questions so we can make your tour your own. 


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
97 Buckingham Palace Rd, London SW1W 0RP, UK
I'll be standing under the Ferdinand Foch horse statue with a pink umbrella. Across the road from the Shakespeare pub at Victoria Station on Buckingham Palace Road.
1
Outside visit
Buckingham Palace
The superstar home of the royal family and their place of work. The changing of the Guard takes place Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sunday.
2
Outside visit
The Mall
The fabulous entrance to Buckingham Palace. Home to the great processions and events of British legend. Gilded by the great homes of royalty and St James Park.
3
Outside visit
St James's Park
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour reviews

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Professionalism
4.98
Fun
4.81
Communication
4.85
Quality
4.86
Route
4.84

Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 30 people.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
Buckingham Palace to Big Ben.
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