London in a Day Walking Tour: Tower of London, Westminster Abbey & Thames River Cruise
by Walks - UK
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This full-day walking tour lasts between six and eight hours and covers London's key landmarks, including Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, the Thames River, and the Tower of London. The day begins at Parliament Square, where the group views Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament while walking to Westminster Abbey. Guests on the 9AM tour enter the Abbey with a skip-the-line ticket to see the Coronation Chair and royal tombs; the 10AM tour includes an exterior introduction only. Next is a visit to Buckingham Palace to watch the Changing of the Guard if it is scheduled that day, or an alternative view of the Queen's Life Guard at Horse Guards Parade. After a short walk to Trafalgar Square, there is a lunch break where the guide explains the significance of the location and its landmarks. After lunch, the group takes a 30-minute sightseeing cruise on the River Thames with live commentary. The final stop is the Tower of London, where skip-the-line tickets allow quick entry. Visitors receive a guided tour covering the Tower’s history before the tour ends at the Jewel House. The guide provides information on the Crown Jewels but does not accompany guests inside. Along the route, guests also view Tower Bridge, St. James's Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, the London Eye, St. Paul's Cathedral, and The Shard from the outside.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Parliament Square
The tour begins at Parliament Square near Westminster Abbey. Guests see Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament and view statues of notable historical figures around the square while heading to Westminster Abbey.
30 min
Westminster Abbey
Entry to Westminster Abbey is at opening time to avoid crowds, focusing on the Coronation Chair and the tombs of monarchs and notable figures. The 9AM tour includes skip-the-line access and an interior guided visit. The 10AM tour does not include entry but features an exterior introduction by the guide.
90 min
Buckingham Palace
A short walk leads to Buckingham Palace. Guests may see the Changing of the Guard ceremony if it occurs that day. If not, the guide takes the group to an alternative viewpoint to watch the Queen's Life Guard change at Horse Guards Parade.
30 min
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
The group passes Horse Guards Parade, home to the King's Life Guard, before continuing towards Trafalgar Square.
30 min
Trafalgar Square
A two-hour break for lunch takes place at Trafalgar Square. The guide provides information about the square’s significance and points out landmarks, including a small area of American soil within the square.
120 min
Thames River
After lunch, the group boards a Thames River sightseeing cruise with commentary from the crew. The cruise lasts about 30 minutes, offering views of the city from the water.
30 min
Tower of London
The tour concludes at the Tower of London, where skip-the-line tickets allow quick entry. Visitors take a guided tour covering the Tower’s history. The tour ends at the Jewel House, where the guide explains key Crown Jewels pieces but does not accompany guests inside.
150 min
Tower Bridge
Guests view the exterior of Tower Bridge during the walking portion of the tour.
St. James's Palace
The group sees the outside of St James's Palace while moving between stops.
Houses of Parliament
The exterior of the Houses of Parliament is viewed from Parliament Square.
Big Ben
Big Ben is viewed while passing by during the tour.
London Eye
The London Eye is viewed from the outside during the walking tour.
St. Paul's Cathedral
St Paul's Cathedral is observed from the exterior as the group passes.
The Shard
The Shard is seen from outside during the walking portion of the tour.
Meeting point
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at the Viscount Palmerston Statue in Parliament Square.
End point
Inside Tower of London
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
London in a Day Walking Tour: Tower of London, Westminster Abbey & Thames River Cruise
by Walks - UK
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£190Overview
This full-day walking tour lasts between six and eight hours and covers London's key landmarks, including Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, the Thames River, and the Tower of London. The day begins at Parliament Square, where the group views Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament while walking to Westminster Abbey. Guests on the 9AM tour enter the Abbey with a skip-the-line ticket to see the Coronation Chair and royal tombs; the 10AM tour includes an exterior introduction only. Next is a visit to Buckingham Palace to watch the Changing of the Guard if it is scheduled that day, or an alternative view of the Queen's Life Guard at Horse Guards Parade. After a short walk to Trafalgar Square, there is a lunch break where the guide explains the significance of the location and its landmarks. After lunch, the group takes a 30-minute sightseeing cruise on the River Thames with live commentary. The final stop is the Tower of London, where skip-the-line tickets allow quick entry. Visitors receive a guided tour covering the Tower’s history before the tour ends at the Jewel House. The guide provides information on the Crown Jewels but does not accompany guests inside. Along the route, guests also view Tower Bridge, St. James's Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, the London Eye, St. Paul's Cathedral, and The Shard from the outside.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Parliament Square
The tour begins at Parliament Square near Westminster Abbey. Guests see Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament and view statues of notable historical figures around the square while heading to Westminster Abbey.
30 min
Westminster Abbey
Entry to Westminster Abbey is at opening time to avoid crowds, focusing on the Coronation Chair and the tombs of monarchs and notable figures. The 9AM tour includes skip-the-line access and an interior guided visit. The 10AM tour does not include entry but features an exterior introduction by the guide.
90 min
Buckingham Palace
A short walk leads to Buckingham Palace. Guests may see the Changing of the Guard ceremony if it occurs that day. If not, the guide takes the group to an alternative viewpoint to watch the Queen's Life Guard change at Horse Guards Parade.
30 min
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
The group passes Horse Guards Parade, home to the King's Life Guard, before continuing towards Trafalgar Square.
30 min
Trafalgar Square
A two-hour break for lunch takes place at Trafalgar Square. The guide provides information about the square’s significance and points out landmarks, including a small area of American soil within the square.
120 min
Thames River
After lunch, the group boards a Thames River sightseeing cruise with commentary from the crew. The cruise lasts about 30 minutes, offering views of the city from the water.
30 min
Tower of London
The tour concludes at the Tower of London, where skip-the-line tickets allow quick entry. Visitors take a guided tour covering the Tower’s history. The tour ends at the Jewel House, where the guide explains key Crown Jewels pieces but does not accompany guests inside.
150 min
Tower Bridge
Guests view the exterior of Tower Bridge during the walking portion of the tour.
St. James's Palace
The group sees the outside of St James's Palace while moving between stops.
Houses of Parliament
The exterior of the Houses of Parliament is viewed from Parliament Square.
Big Ben
Big Ben is viewed while passing by during the tour.
London Eye
The London Eye is viewed from the outside during the walking tour.
St. Paul's Cathedral
St Paul's Cathedral is observed from the exterior as the group passes.
The Shard
The Shard is seen from outside during the walking portion of the tour.
Meeting point
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at the Viscount Palmerston Statue in Parliament Square.
End point
Inside Tower of London
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.