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St James's Palace: Our most recommended tours and activities

London: Tootbus Must-See Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Cruise

1. London: Tootbus Must-See Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Cruise

Discover all of London's top attractions and landmarks on the Must See London tour. With the flexibility to hop on and off at any of the stops, you can explore each destination in more depth. The open-top deck offers some of the best views of the city, allowing you to plan your itinerary with ease. See iconic landmarks such as Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey, London Eye, Buckingham Palace, and St. Paul's Cathedral, among others. Complete your London experience with a Thames River cruise that takes you from Westminster to Tower Pier. Take your time time and explore the famous sights, enjoy a relaxing walk in one of London's parks, and visit charming neighborhoods like Notting Hill, Shoreditch, and Brick Lane. Your pass is valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours from the first validation, allowing you to hop on and off the bus as many times as you want during that period.

London: Buckingham Palace Tickets with Royal Walking Tour

2. London: Buckingham Palace Tickets with Royal Walking Tour

Enjoy a guided walking tour of the royal sights in London. See top sights like St. James's Palace, Clarence House, and The Mall. Save time with skip-the-line tickets to Buckingham Palace and dive into the royal residence with the official palace audio guide. Meet your guide near Buckingham Palace and head out on a guided walking tour of the most royal part of London. Hear fascinating background information about the Palace and the royal family, as well as the magnificent St. James's Palace, which was built by Henry VIII. Visit the beautiful St. James's Park, and the Mall which was built to resemble a giant red carpet leading up to the Palace. Pass by Clarence House which was home to Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall. Enter the grand halls of Buckingham Palace which is open to visitors for a limited time each year. Get tickets that will give you guaranteed access with no time wasted waiting in line. Marvel at the lavish apartments, sparkling chandeliers, and sumptuous furnishings. View some of the greatest treasures of the Royal Collection, such as exquisite pieces of Sèvres porcelain and some of the finest English and French furniture in the world. Using the official palace audio guide, learn about the palace residents, history, and traditions, as well as stories about the furnishings and ornaments. Many of these items were gifts over the centuries from heads of state from around the globe. Special for 2023! The outfits worn by Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla at the Coronation will go on display as part of the Summer Opening of Buckingham Palace

London: Changing of the Guard Walking Tour

3. London: Changing of the Guard Walking Tour

Meet your guide at Piccadilly Circus and get an introduction to the background of the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Hear what you will be doing for the next 1 hour and 45 minutes. Then proceed as a group toward The Mall. Pass by Pall Mall and Waterloo Place. Here you will learn more about the British Army and its greatest general, the Duke of Wellington. Once on The Mall, see the extraordinary monuments to royals and generals. Get a view of St. James's Park. Admire the most beautiful of the royal parks and look at the majestic open space of Horse Guards Parade. Continue toward St. James's Palace. On the way, you might see the Household Cavalry en route from their barracks in Hyde Park. The main focus, however, will be to watch the foot soldiers emerge from St. James's Palace ready for their uniform inspection. They will then march to Buckingham Palace, sometimes accompanied by a band. If you're lucky, they may even play a song! One of the highlights of your tour will be to march in step with the guards as they leave St. James's Palace. Then watch as the New Guard emerges from Wellington Barracks. He will often be accompanied by a full ceremonial band. Take a photo of Buckingham Palace from a raised platform. The tour ends with a flourish as the band plays in the palace courtyard. Marvel as the cavalry and guardsmen march past. Your guide will then help you get to your next port of call. 

British Royalty: Changing of The Guard Walking Tour

4. British Royalty: Changing of The Guard Walking Tour

Once you have met your guide, head through Green Park to Buckingham Palace where you will be able to watch the Changing of the Guard. After watching the Changing of the Guard you will walk down the Mall, the red-colored road that is adorned by two royal parks and palaces. The Mall is the most important road in the UK where national celebrations are held. You will see where Prince Charles lives, Clarence House. Continue on your walking tour exploring the area while listening to your guide talk about the history of the area as well as fun facts along the way.  Learn about the Royal palaces, to the parks, squares, and fountains you will see that are important to the British Monarchy.

London's Palaces and Parliament Walking Tour

5. London's Palaces and Parliament Walking Tour

See more than 20 of London's most iconic sights on a 3-hour walking tour. Explore the City of Westminster, one of the most popular tourist locations in London. Learn fun facts about the history of the area and how it developed, as you pass by many of its iconic monuments. Head through Green Park to Buckingham Palace where on selected days you can watch the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony. Walk down The Mall, a tree-lined, royal road, adorned with Royal Parks and Royal Palaces.  Travel to Parliament Square where you will see Big Ben and Westminster Abbey. View some of the most famous sights in London, including: Buckingham Palace, the Victoria Memorial, St James's Park, Green Park, St James's Palace, Big Ben, Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye and Trafalgar Square.

London: Royal Walking Tour and Buckingham Palace Audio Tour

6. London: Royal Walking Tour and Buckingham Palace Audio Tour

No visit to London would be complete without a dose of the royal family. Begin this experience with a guided walking tour of St. James Park and The Mall before you explore Buckingham Palace while listening to audio commentary. Start with a walking tour of St. James's Park and The Mall. Your guide will tell you all sorts of fascinating facts about the history of the area and the royal family as you discover some of London's most royal areas on the way to Buckingham Palace. Once you arrive at the palace, only open for a limited time each year, skip the ticket line and make your way inside. Explore the luxurious rooms and admire treasures from the royal collection. Listen to the official audio guide and gain insights into the palace's traditions and residents.

London: Harry Potter Movie Locations Magic Guided Tour

7. London: Harry Potter Movie Locations Magic Guided Tour

Experience the London hotspots that inspired the wizarding world of Harry Potter. On this magical walking tour, your guide will introduce you to some of the most iconic filming locations from the movies. Use the included app to get access to bonus audio guide routes. As you stroll through Muggle-run London, enjoy seeing some of London's most treasured landmarks, including Trafalgar Square and Covent Garden, where you can see the Harry Potter Photographic Exhibition. Listen to stories about the Harry Potter franchise while passing the National Gallery and Royal Opera House. Relive your favorite Harry Potter moments, learn lots of insider facts, take heaps of photos, and even win 10 points for Gryffindor if you guess some Harry Potter trivia questions correctly. Other stops include Westminster and Downing Street, the political center of the city; the House of Spells London, where you can pick up specialized collectible souvenirs; and Old Scotland Yard, the London Police headquarters. Wizard Walk (Harry Potter tour) includes: Trafalgar Square Westminster Tube Station Downing Street Harry Potter Photographic Exhibition House of Spells London Old Scotland Yard cecil Court Goodwin's Court Our multiple self-guided route's main sights: Big Ben Houses of Parliament Westminster Abbey Buckingham Palace Queen Victoria Memorial Piccadilly Circus St James Palace Piccadilly Theatre Apollo Theatre Duke of York Column Lyric Theatre The Tate Modern Globe theatre St Paul's cathedral Tower Bridge The Shard Covent Garden The British Museum Borough Market The Monument Green Park Hyde Park The Albert Memorial Chinatown The Bank of England Marble Arch Carnaby Street ...and many more!

London: Royal Family and Changing of the Guards Walking Tour

8. London: Royal Family and Changing of the Guards Walking Tour

Get a glimpse of the Royal history of England, and see 5 iconic London palaces on this 2-hour walking tour. Have a nice walk in central London (Westminster) with your professional and experienced local guide. Begin at Green Park station, and head to Pall Mall while hearing the stories about the Spencer house and Lancaster house. Continue to Clarence house which is still the home of King Charles III. See Buckingham Palace, the official London residence and principal workplace of the British monarch. Then the Royal Guards come for the ceremony, and you will see (and hear!) them several times during the tour. Slow down a little in St. James's Park - home to the famous swans and pelicans. Go on to St. James's Palace, where several members of the Royal family still keep apartments. Throughout the tour, your guide will show you the Royal family tree and explain how the monarchy works in Great Britain. You will also have a chance to delve into some of the royal scandals and speculate on the most popular members of the Royal family.

London: Royal Palaces Guided Walking Tour and High Tea

9. London: Royal Palaces Guided Walking Tour and High Tea

Discover the Royal Family's palaces and then experience the original Royal English Tea with traditional sandwiches, cakes, and scones on the grounds of Kensington Palace. Take in St. James Palace, the Mall, Buckingham Palace, and more. Ride a quintessential red bus to the Albert Hall. Start with a stroll to St. James Palace and the Mall, Then, take a moment to see Buckingham Palace, the main Royal Residence in London, and try and witness the Changing of the Guard Ceremony. Maybe catch a glimpse of the mounted King's Life Guard Soldiers if the King is resident in London. Next, jump on an iconic red bus and head to the Royal Albert Hall. See the Albert Memorial and take a leisurely stroll through Kensington Gardens. Soak in the beautiful gardens created 200 years ago and see where Prince Harry and William grew up. Experience the full splendor of High Tea on the grounds of a breathtaking landmark and gain personal insights into the Royal Family and the fascinating history of Britain's national drink during the ceremony of afternoon tea.

London: Best of London & Landmarks Guided Walking Tour

10. London: Best of London & Landmarks Guided Walking Tour

Take in the culture of the city with this tour through some of London's most popular spots. Visit the royals at Buckingham Palace and explore the West End of London. Use the free app to take advantage of bonus self-guided walking routes after your guided tour. As you leave Parliament Square, your guide will introduce you to the whimsical Westminster Abbey. Admire its striking facade and enjoy hearing about the iconic royal weddings and coronations that have taken place here. The tour continues along St. James Park, London's oldest royal park, to the Buckingham Palace. Have your camera at the ready as you stand outside the world's most treasured royal residence. From here, sing and dance your way through the West End. Pass some of London's oldest venues, including the Piccadilly, Sondheim, and Apollo, that have been home to some of the most popular theater shows. The West End is known for its dining and nightlife scene, so remember to ask your tour guide for some recommendations. London is such a multifaceted city that there’s always something else to be explored. Use the free app included in your tour to discover more self-guided routes in and around this cool capital city like "Parks and Palaces," "Best of Soho," and "Tower and Thames." Royalty & Landmarks includes: Big Ben Houses of Parliament Westminster Abbey Buckingham Palace Queen Victoria Memorial Piccadilly Circus St James Palace Piccadilly Theatre Apollo Theatre Duke of York Column Lyric Theatre ...and many more sights!

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What people are saying about St James's Palace

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based on 1,074 reviews

It was unfortunately pretty rainy weather when we went, but the guides knew all the cheats for still getting to see some guards even in the wet weather and offered for us to come back for free next time in London if we weren’t happy with what we’d seen, which I thought was great. Guides gave us lots of interesting information about the guards, ceremonies, royals and more. Can recommend!

The tour was very insightful and fascinating. Despite the rainy weather we enjoyed the tour, even with kids. Our tour guide, Barry, was great and kept it entertaining with his sense of humour. The group was small as promised. I would definitely recommend it

The tour guide was so kind and enthusiastic, and he knew so many details and great stories behind otherwise seeming normal buildings. Recommend!

It was very interesting and o tried to keep up with the band with their quick step. Had fun!

It was wonderful. Simon was a perfect guide for us!