London: Westminster Abbey Tour with Guard Change & Big Ben
ID: GYG456939-818474
Kategorie:
Land: Vereinigtes Königreich
Dauer:
03:00 Stunden
Beschreibung
Skip the line into Westminster Abbey and witness the world-famous Changing of the Guard perform their centuries-old ceremony.
After a brief introduction in Parliament Square, where you'll have a view of Big Ben, you’ll head straight to the Mall to catch the soldiers preparing for the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony. While you wait, your expert guide will share what the guards' duties entail and the symbolism behind their eccentric uniforms. You'll march alongside the soldiers and head to a special vantage point near the Wellington Barracks, home to all the Foot Guard’s Bands, that lets you get as close as possible to the action. Afterwards, you'll watch the equally impressive Horse Guard coming up the street, which features mounted, armor-clad soldiers and their immaculately groomed steeds.
The tour continues at Westminster Abbey, one of the most famous buildings in the world and considered the most important Gothic building in England. Led by a certified Blue Badge guide, this tour gets you up close and personal with some of the most fascinating events in history. See the Coronation Chair, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and the High Altar, where many royal weddings have taken place. You’ll also visit the tombs of some of the most important figures in history, including Charles Darwin, Edward V, and Sir Isaac Newton. For the next 90 minutes, your guide will regale you with the stories of significant historical events that have taken place within these walls, along with details of the decor that can be hard to decipher on your own.
Please Note: The 'Changing of the Guard' can be cancelled last minute due to bad weather, and does not take place every day. On days this ceremony does not take place, guests will see the King's Life Guard Change, Horse Guards Parade. Please also note that access to the panoramic viewpoint may be limited due to local events.
Höhepunkte
- See the spectacular Changing of the Guard ceremony
- Get insights on the Royal Family and its traditions
- Skip the long lines at Westminster Abbey
- Explore the Abbey with a certified Blue Badge guide
- See the tombs of significant historical figures
Sprachen
WICHTIGE INFORMATIONEN
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
Please note: The Changing of the Guard occurs only on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays we will bring you to the Horse Guard Ceremony and a walking tour of Westminster area. There are also times where the changing of the Guard will not go ahead without prior notice and this is due to last minute decision made by the palace, local authorities or bad weather.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Viscount Palmerston Statue, Parliament Sq, London SW1P 3JX
IM PREIS INBEGRIFFEN
- Certified Blue Badge guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Skip-the-queue access to Westminster Abbey
IM PREIS NICHT INBEGRIFFEN
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
Wann sollten Sie buchen?
Um die Verfügbarkeit zu garantieren, buchen Sie so schnell wie möglich. Eine frühzeitige Buchung ist eine Überlegung wert, insbesondere wenn Sie die Reise während der Hochsaison wie an Feiertagen oder Wochenenden planen.
Stornierungen
Diese Exkursion können Sie kostenfrei stornieren bis :Stornierungszeitpunkt Stunden vor Reisebeginn. Wenn Sie den Ausflug nach :Stornierungszeitpunkt stornieren oder nicht erscheinen, wird Ihnen der volle Preis der Aktivität in Rechnung gestellt. Eine Verspätung zur Abholung oder Abfahrt gilt als nicht erschienen.
