England’s history is dripping from the walls of this magnificent fortress and former royal palace. There’s enough here to tip you over the edge – Jewels to die for, the original knight in shining armour, ancient graffiti carvings of desperate prisoners, not to mention the intrigue of the current residents.
Guided interior tour of Westminster Abbey.
See Buckingham Palace and the Changing of the Guard
St James’s Palace, Clarence House, St James’s royal park
Houses of Parliament and Big Ben.
2 of the options below are possible in half a day.
Guided walking tour of the City of London with either:
Guided interior visit to St Paul’s Cathedral
Guided interior visit to the Tower of London
Guided walk through -Kensington Gardens -seeing Kensington Palace, the Diana Memorial.
Maybe visit the playground, but adults are only allowed if accompanied by children!
See the impressive Albert Memorial and Royal Albert Hall.
Hyde Park -Pass by the barracks of the Household Cavalry learning about the horses used for the Queen’s mounted guard. See the Duke of Wellington’s home.
Through Green Park to Buckingham Palace.
St James’s Park with views of St James’s Palace and Clarence House.
Henry V111 commenced his reign over 500 years ago and we still feel his presence today! Discover one of his significant royal palaces, see his kitchens which furnished his feasts, and the original chapel where his son was baptised.
The tour will include a stroll through some of the exceptionally well maintained Palace gardens, including the Privy Garden restored to the early 18th century designs.
Royal home, castle and palace of our dedicated Queen, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth 11. This unique royal enclave which is 900 years old is protected by the Queen’s Guards and still used for state visits. Treasure chest of the Arts, protected for the nation, by the sovereign. St George’s Chapel, resting place of many Kings and Queens and spiritual home of the Knights of the Order of the Garter. An exquisite Doll’s House with its own wine cellar! Windsor Castle encapsulates much of our royal history and is a window on our present monarchy.
Please note: With private transportation, it is also possible to cover both Windsor Castle and Hampton Court Palace on the same day.
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