WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE CLASSIC WESTMINSTER WALKING TOUR LONDON – APPROX. 3 HOURS

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Highlights of this tour

  • Houses of parliament
  • Big Ben
  • Westminster Abbey
  • Horse guard parade
  • The Mall
  • St. James’s Park
  • St. James’s Palace
  • Buckingham Palace
  • Changing of the Guards ceremony highlights (10.40 am)

Accessibility information

  • Few cobblestones
  • Uses sidewalk ramps
  • Involves walking/rolling between the sites
  • Stepfree route

What is included?

  • Private Tour
  • Duration: approx 3 hours
  • Private English-speaking tour guide
  • Flexible itinerary

What is not included?

  • Tips
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrances
  • Adapted transportation for pick up/drop off is available upon request
  • Contact us for a pick up from the cruise port
  • Extended tour options are possible
westminster abbey
st james park
buckingham palace

About this wheelchair accessible walking tour in London

This accessible walking tour in London takes you to the most beloved spots of Westminster. Together with your private guide, you discover the gems of this accessible city. Depending on your location, the tour can start at your accommodation, or we can arrange adapted transport to bring you to a starting point closer to the center of London.

Classic Westminster tour

This wonderful city is one of the most accessible places in Europe, which makes this accessible walking tour through London an even bigger delight.The Westminster district in the center of London is what most travelers consider to be the city of London. The area covers most of the center of the English capital, and that includes many famous sights. However the neighborhood is more than just the parliament building and the world-famous Big Ben clock tower.

The main sights you see during this wheelchair accessible tour are the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, and Downing Street. Depending on the pace and number of stops, you see Trafalgar Square, the Horse guard parade, The Mall, St. James’s Park, St. James’s Palace and Buckingham Palace.

The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben

The structure of the House of Parliament was commissioned by Edward the Confessor and expanded by William the Conqueror. Before it functioned as the parliament building, it served as a royal residence.

Big Ben is part of the Houses of Parliament and refers to the giant clock in the tower. Although many people think that Big Ben is the name of the tower itself, which is not the case. The tower itself is officially called the Elizabeth Tower, after Queen Elizabeth II, and is approximately 96 m high.

Westminster Abbey

The Abbey, officially called the Collegiate Church of St Peter, was founded by Edward the Confessor in 1065. Since then, almost every member of the royal family has been crowned or married here, except for Edward V, Edward VIII, and Harry.

St. James’s Park, The Mall, and the Horse Guard Parade

St. James’s Park is one of the eight Royal Parks of London and is close to Buckingham Palace. The oldest royal park in the city is a green lung in the center of London.

The Mall is the road that leads from Trafalgar Square to the Queen Victoria Memorial in front of Buckingham Palace. The Mall is closed for traffic on Sundays, national holidays, and during ceremonies.

The Horse Guard Parade is situated in St. James’s Park and is the official ceremonial parade ground of the Queen. In June, on the birthday of the Queen, ‘Trooping the Colour’ takes place on this ground. Your guide tells you all about this annual happening.

St. James’s Palace

Only after Queen Victoria started living here in 1837, the royals began using the impressive Palace regularly. The official capital residence of the Queen is Buckingham Palace, however St. James’s Palace is still considered one of the most famous palaces and a busy working place. Today, the Palace hosts up to 100 charity events connected to the Royal Family every year.

Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace serves as the London residence of the royal family already since the inauguration of Queen Victoria in 1837. On special occasions, you see the Queen and other family members on the balcony, but most tourists come here mostly for the daily Changing of the Guard ceremony.

Changing of the Guards ceremony

The Queen’s guard is relieved during the ‘Changing of the Guards.’ This ceremony is a must-see when visiting London. The changing of the guard takes place on the grounds of Buckingham Palace, accompanied by an orchestra, on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday. In June and July the ceremony takes place every day.

At the end of the tour, your guide takes you back to the starting point again.

 

The order of the visits may vary depending on the accommodation location and starting point of the tour. 

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