London Top Sights 2-Hour Walking Tour: Buckingham Palace, Big Ben & Trafalgar Square

Start at Charing Cross and explore
London's royal and historic sights on foot

Meet your local guide at Charing Cross Station and walk around Westminster for about 2 hours. In English, your guide shares stories of the figures who left their mark on London as you move between the sights.

See Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey

Stop at Buckingham Palace, the official residence of King Charles III, for about 30 minutes and discover the tradition of the Changing of the Guard. Pass St James's Palace, where Princes William and Harry grew up, and pause in front of Westminster Abbey, the setting for coronations, royal weddings and the funeral of Diana, Princess of Wales.

Hear stories of Parliament, Big Ben and the Churchill War Rooms

At the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, hear the story of Guy Fawkes and his plot to blow up Parliament. Outside the Churchill War Rooms, learn about British Prime Minister Winston Churchill.

Finish with Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square

Nelson's Column, standing tall in the middle of Trafalgar Square, commemorates Admiral Nelson. The tour ends near Westminster Abbey (1 The Sanctuary), where your guide recommends hidden gems to visit during your stay in London.

※ Sights are explained from outside; entry is not included.
※ The Changing of the Guard may not take place on some dates.
※ The itinerary is for reference and may change depending on local conditions.