Highlights
Explore London’s famous Westminster Area (Buckingham Palace, Westminster & Big Ben & 20 other top sights!) After your walking tour, board HMS Belfast, 1 of only 3 remaining vessels from the fleet which supported the Normandy landings. Start with a 3 hour walking tour of the history, culture, and legends of London. Head through Green Park to Buckingham Palace, watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony (on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays - daily in June & July). Head through Westminster to see Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament & more! Next, board HMS Belfast, the flagship of bombardment Force E, supporting troops at Gold and Juno beaches. Her first target was the German gun battery at La Marefontaine. As a result of HMS Belfast’s bombardment, the battery played no meaningful role in the defence of the beaches. Your guide will direct you to HMS Belfast from the end point of the tour. Your guide will NOT board HMS Belfast with you.
About This Deal
Departure Point
- • We meet outside of the Ritz hotel (Address: 150 Piccadilly)
• Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs
• The nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station
Return Details
- Please note that your walking tour guide will not join you at HMS Belfast. Tickets and directions will be given at the end of your walking tour. HMS Belfast is around 20 mins away by public transport - transport cost will be approx. £5.
Duration
5 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Buckingham Palace
Spur Road, London
After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace. On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot! Afterward, walk along the Royal Mall.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Trafalgar Square
London
Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
Horse Guards Whitehall, , London
Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Whitehall
London
Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This is home to many grand buildings and monuments, as well as Downing Street where British Prime Ministers have lived and worked since 1735!
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Houses of Parliament
Parliament Square, London
At Parliament Square, you’ll see the incredible Palace of Westminster (home to the Houses of Parliament) and the iconic Big Ben clock up close, as well as views of the London Eye and Churchill Statue.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Westminster Abbey
20 Dean's Yard, Broad Sanctuary, London
Continue to nearby Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned!
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: HMS Belfast
The Queen's Walk, London
After the walking tour, get ready to go on board HMS Belfast– London’s very own museum battleship!
Duration: 2 hours
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Walking tour of the Top 20 sights of London in Westminster (3 hours)
- HMS Belfast Entrance Ticket
- Local Fun Guide
Exclusions
- Please bring an Oyster Card or Travel Card with at least £5 (2 rides)
- Food and drinks (please bring your own drinks & packed lunch)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off : please meet us at the starting point
- Umbrella if it looks like rain!
Redemption Instructions
Please arrive 15 minutes before the experience starts.
Meeting Point: The Ritz London Hotel, 150 Piccadilly, St. James's, London W1J 9BR, UK
- We meet outside The Ritz Hotel.
- Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs.
- Nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station
- When you get to Green Park Underground station, take the left-hand exit. You will see a set of stairs and a ramp leading out of the station. Take the stairs.
- You will walk past the Big Bus Company people and in front of you is the Ritz Hotel & the meeting point!
Sadly, we do not wait for or refund latecomers. Please use a journey planner to ensure you leave enough time to get to the starting point.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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