Free London Landmarks Tour, Big Ben & Buckingham Palace
Overview of the tour in London
Join us for this Free Walking Tour of London and Westminster, the royal and political heartland of London.
Start the tour in Parliament Square with the world-famous Big Ben and the historic Houses of Parliament at the Palace of Westminster. Your tour then continues to Westminster Abbey, the venue of royal weddings and coronations for over a thousand years, before heading to Downing Street, home of the British Prime Minister.
The tour then continues to Trafalgar Square, where you can admire the National Gallery and learn the story of Admiral Nelson and his towering column. As you walk down the Royal driveway of The Mall the tour guide will detail fascinating tales of Britain’s greatest royals, leading to St. James's Palace. Once home to King Henry VIII and where you may even witness part of the Changing of the Guard ceremony (depending on the ceremony schedule).
Your tour will also enjoy the beauty of St James’s Park, get up close to Clarence House, residence of King Charles III, and see the iconic Buckingham Palace, the royal headquarters for nearly 200 years.
At the end of the tour, all guests will also receive a FREE digital travel guide of the best things to do in London!
This activity includes:
- Big Ben
- Lancaster House
- lastminute.com London Eye
- The National Gallery
- St James's Park
- Trafalgar Square
- Westminster Abbey
- Palace of Westminster
- St James's Palace
- Clarence House
- 10 Downing Street
- Buckingham Palace
- Horse Guards Parade
- King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Memorial
Meeting point
Winston Churchill Statue in Parliament Square (Opposite Big Ben). Look for your tour guide with the yellow umbrella.
On arrival
The tour starts at the Winston Churchill statue in Parliament Square. This is located between Big Ben and Westminster Abbey.
The nearest Underground station is Westminster Station.
On arrival look for your tour guide holding the yellow umbrella.
Things to note
This tour covers approximately 2-3 miles of walking. This tour is not suitable for those with wheelchairs, walking difficulties or large prams/buggys.
IMPORTANT - Maximum 8 guests per booking including children. Bookings of 9 or more will be cancelled (including multiple bookings).
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.