Tower of London, Thames River Ride and Changing of the Guards Tour
Attractions & guided tours

Tower of London, Thames River Ride and Changing of the Guards Tour

3.5/5

Great
4 reviews
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£84.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 4 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Choose an early-morning tour to experience the Tower of London opening ceremony
  • Enjoy a scenic river shuttle up the and take in London's scenery along the famed banks
  • Attend the Changing of the Guards or take a walking tour through the city of Westminster
What to expect

This guided tour features exclusive access to the Tower of London, a Thames River Boat ride, and a captivating experience of British traditions.

Begin your day with a guided visit to the historic Tower of London. Choose a ticket including the opening ceremony to skip the lines and witness the captivating ceremony performed by the Yeoman Warders. Be among the first to admire the priceless Crown Jewels before the crowds arrive.

Next, relax on a Thames River boat ride with your expert guide providing insights into London's iconic landmarks along the banks. Depending on the day you book, enjoy either the Changing of the Foot Guards or the Changing of the Horse Guards, showcasing British military tradition. Alternatively, you can choose a fully guided walking tour through vibrant Westminster City, where you'll explore the heart of London's history, passing by landmarks such as the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and Westminster Abbey.

Conclude your adventure outside Buckingham Palace, the iconic residence of the Royals, as you soak in the grandeur of this historic landmark.

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What's included
  • check Entrance fees
  • check Guided walking tour
  • check Headsets (to hear the guide)
Where

2 Tower Hill, London EC3N 4EE, United Kingdom

Meeting point:
Meet in front of the Tower of London Official Ticket Office, opposite the main Tower entrance. Arriving by tube: turn right towards Trinity Square. You'll see the tower when you exit the tube station. It is a short walk of around 3 minutes.
What to remember

Not suitable for:

  • Wheelchair users or guests with any impairments requiring special assistance
  • Strollers or baby carriages

Know in advance:

  • The Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace involves foot soldiers from the Household Division and occurs Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The Changing of the Horse Guards at Horse Guards Parade features mounted cavalry from the Household Cavalry and takes place daily, this is what you will see if you book a tour on Tuesday and Thursday. The former occurs at Buckingham Palace, while the latter is held at Horse Guards Parade near Whitehall
  • On Saturday, the show that takes place is known as the "Guard Mounting" or "Inspection of the New Guard" at House Guards Parade. The inspection involves the Captain of the New Guard inspecting the soldiers to ensure they are in proper order with their uniforms
  • Non-flash photography is permitted in the Tower of London
  • The tour operator reserves the right to refuse any guest under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or anyone whose behaviour is disorderly or poses a threat to other guests and staff
  • The opening times and itineraries are subject to change. Some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours due to the popularity of London's site
  • This is a tour that involves a reasonable amount of walking, so please wear comfortable shoes
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Provider
City Wonders
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Great

3.5 /5

Based on 4 reviews from verified customers


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    TUI Musement Traveler

    Verified booking

    4

    14 June 2025

    It was ok, but in the beginning after seeing the Crown Jewels, I fell off the curb (in the Tower of London), and face first into the street! I was hurt, so unfortunately I couldn’t finish the tour, and had to go back to the hotel. I wish they would have let me come back & finish the next day

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    Kornelia

    Verified booking

    1.4

    13 June 2025

    Travelled with family


    Leider viel zu wenig Zeit im Tower. Das Schiff fahren hätte man sich sparen können. Man war immer zur Eile angetrieben und musste durch London rennen. Würde diese Tour nicht mehr buchen. Der Mitarbeiter war nett hat auch viel erzählt aber so schnell das man als nicht Engländer Probleme hatte als zu verstehen.

  • M

    Marcus

    Verified booking

    4.6

    20 April 2025

    Travelled with family

  • T

    TUI Musement Traveler

    Verified booking

    4

    22 April 2025

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