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The Essential London
The Essential London
A morning tour of London - visit to Westminster Abbey and see the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace
Our morning tour will take you past all the famous sights around London's West End, including Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Whitehall, Downing Street, Trafalgar Square and Nelson's Column. We include a guided tour of Westminster Abbey and a stop at Buckingham Palace for the Changing of the Guard.
Panoramic tour of London's West End
Guided Tour of Westminster Abbey
See Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace*
First-class luxury Motor-coach and the services of a professional Blue-Badge guide
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Westminster Abbey
Begin your London day tour in the company of a professionally qualified guide to view London's prime attractions.
The guide escorts you to Westminster Abbey, known for its grandeur and splendor. The Westminster Abbey has been the resting home of the departed souls of famous people including Kings, Queens, Statesmen, Poets and Writers. The deeds of these people have actually become the script of British history. History lovers occasionally frequent this place to quench their thirst and unveil the mystery that often intrigues their mind.
The Westminster Abbey has witnessed 38 coronations and 14 Royal weddings and its walls still echoes and recalls those past events. The priceless possession of Westminster Abbey includes the 700-year-old Coronation chair and Abbey’s 11th Century founder Edward the Confessor shrine.

Big Ben and The Houses of Parliament
Next on the tour, view the towering Big Ben that attracts people across the globe and do not miss the sight of Britain's seat of democracy, Houses of Parliament. As you move to Whitehall and Downing Street, you come across the official residence of the Prime Minister and the principal government offices of the United Kingdom. The Trafalgar Square is another reminiscent of Victorian ages that you can clearly gaze from the top of the 202 feet, lofty Nelson’s Column.

Buckingham Palace and The Changing of the Guard
The Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace is something you cannot afford to miss in the course of your London sightseeing tour. You have the opportunity to hear pleasing music of the Regimental band.

Piccadilly Circus London
Next, you will pass through the vibrant area of Mayfair that hosts some of the finest clubs and restaurant. The West End has earned the reputation of housing historic theatres, nightclubs, restaurants. Soak up the culture of London at ease.

Trafalgar Square
Bid adieu to your trip as you reach Trafalgar Square at around 12.30. After reaching Trafalgar Square, you can move to the National Gallery on the Square that holds some brilliant paintings made by outstanding artists or you can step to St Martins-in-the-Fields on the Square to view Brass Rubbing Centre.

Sunday in London
Due to church services, Westminster Abbey is closed to visitors on Sunday. We will show you the Cloisters and Chapter House at the Westminster Abbey or the Imperial War Museum.


**Occasionally there may not be a Changing of the Guard, on these occasions we will visit Horseguards Parade.


Days of operation: All year - Daily

Tour starts at  Victoria Coach Station (departure gates 1-5) at 8:45am

Tour finishes at Trafalgar Square at approx 12:30