Kid-Friendly London in a Day Tour with Westminster Abbey and Tower of London

London, GB

Highlights

  • Family-friendly tour of London's iconic landmarks
  • Visit Westminster Abbey, a historic Gothic church
  • Experience the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace
  • Explore the City of London's historical sites
  • Discover the Tower of London and Crown Jewels

Meeting Point

The meeting point for this tour is: right outside the Official Westminster Abbey Shop, situated at the base of the West Front of the Abbey. The guide will be showing a sign with the customer's name.

Meeting point

20 Dean's Yard, London SW1P 3JS , United Kingdom

End point

What to expect

1

Westminster

Your tour will start in Westminster, the area of London which hosts many of its most famous landmarks, such as Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the Palace of Westminster — also known as the Houses of Parliament - and Buckingham Palace. Your guide has vast experience in tours for families and will know how to entertain your children, keeping their mind focused through fun and interesting stories about the history of London! Westminster's fantastic range of attractions is second to none. Apart from the Palace of Westminster, one of four UNESCO World Heritage Sites in London, there are also many of the city's most important art galleries as well as other iconic landmarks and a few hidden gems as well.

Duration 30 minutes
2

Whitehall

On your way to Buckingham Palace, as you walk along Whitehall, your guide will show you the most important buildings situated on this famous street. It is recognized as the centre of the Government of the United Kingdom, lined with numerous departments and ministries, including the Ministry of Defence, Horse Guards and the Cabinet Office.

Duration 20 minutes
3

Buckingham Palace

After a short walk on The Mall (or through St James Park), you will arrive at Buckingham Palace. Here, if it is scheduled on the day of your tour and if the weather allows it, you will marvel at the evocative ceremony of the Changing of the Guard. Your guide will share his/her knowledge about this amazing parade and about the royal family as well! This event is very likely to be crowded at this time of the day, but your guide will find the perfect spot from where you and your family will be able to enjoy the view.

Duration 20 minutes
4

Westminster Abbey

Next you will be visiting Westminster Abbey, a living working church where worship still takes place to this day, and it is also the traditional coronation and burial site for English monarchs, as well as being one of the most important Gothic buildings in the country. This is also where some of the most significant people in Britain's history are buried or commemorated. Your will see the highlights of this outstanding church, such as the Poet's Corner, with its memorials to William Shakespeare, Charles Dickens, and other giants of literature. The visit will also include the tombs of Queen Elizabeth I; The Coronation Chair and the Lady Chapel. After visiting the abbey it will be time to have lunch, and your guide will suggest a local restaurant or pub where you can relax before you continue with your tour.

Duration 90 minutes
Admission Admission Included
5

City of London

The tour will then move on to the City of London, the city's historical heart. This part of London was the location of a busy trading post almost 2000 years ago when it was still part of the Roman Empire. A section of the Roman Wall is still visible, and many of the streets here continue to follow the pattern of the ancient Roman roads. There are many landmarks to admire in this area, such as St. Paul's Cathedral, the Millennium Bridge, the Tate Modern Art Gallery and many other iconic places.

Duration 40 minutes
6

Tower of London

You will finally reach the Tower of London where you will spend the rest of the tour. The tower is one of the top ten most visited attractions in London, and it is very appreciated by children ! You will be fascinated by the stories and tales that you guide will tell you. You will do activities and play games, learning while having fun! You will see the main highlights of the Tower of London, including the most important of all, the Crown Jewels, a collection of royal ceremonial objects kept in the Tower of London, which include the regalia and vestments worn by British kings and queens at their coronations. Moreover you will visit the White Tower, the Medieval Tower, the Royal Mint, Tower Green, the Royal Menagerie, and the Bloody Tower. Your tour will end here and you will certainly feel as if you know London like the back of your hand!

Duration 90 minutes
Admission Admission Included

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Not recommended for participants with spinal injuries
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    Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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    Some parts of Tower are not pushchair friendly. You will find buggy parks in some areas.
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    The Changing the Guard takes place every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday from August to May, but it doesn't take place in the rain or in a very bad weather and if some special events are happening at Buckingham Palace (the guards cancel ceremony if it rains, because the rain could damage their brass instruments)
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    This tour is suitable for children aged 5 and above. Younger kids are welcome, but the tour may not be appropriate.
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    During the tour you will use public transport, so make sure you have valid tickets.
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    We suggest wearing comfortable shoes
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    This tour is unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, and no wheelchairs are allowed on the tour
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    There are a large number of steps throughout the Tower of London with cobbles laid in some of the surfaces and pathways. There are some low doorways.
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    Please note that for security reasons bag searches will take place at Westminster Abbey and at the Tower of London
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    Please be aware that security checks at the attractions are inevitable
Provided by Raphael Tours & Events

What our experts say

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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Lunch options nearby include local pubs.
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    Check the Changing of the Guard schedule.
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    Bring a light jacket; it can get chilly.
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    Use public transport tickets for easy travel.

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