Westminster 3 Hour Walking Tour & Visit Up At The O2

6 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

See the most famous sights of London, then get your adrenaline pumping at the “Up at The O2 Climb”. All in one day with this unique tour combo!

First, you’ll meet your friendly local guide in Green Park to begin a fun 3-hour tour of Westminster. Along the way, you’ll see many of London’s iconic sights, including Buckingham Palace, Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, The London Eye and Parliament Square. You can even see the Changing of the Guard (certain days only)!

Afterwards, your guide will give you tickets and direct you how to get to London’s famous arena – the O2. With expert guides on hand to help, you’ll strap on your safety harness and begin a climb to the top of the world’s largest tent… and the views from here are amazing!

20+ sights in one tour, together with entry to Up At The 02 – it’s a great way to see the best of London!

Please note: Changing of the Guard will take place only on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Top Sights Tours Group LLC

Ages: Children (8–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Top Westminster sights of London walking tour (3 hours)
Included: Admission to the “Up at the O2” experience (min. age 8)
Included: Small Tour Group Size (10 – 15 guests per group)
Included: Fun Local Guide

Not included

Not included: Drinks & Snacks
Not included: Contactless credit/debit card or Oyster Card for travel
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Camera (for all the photos you’ll be taking)
Not included: Umbrella (if it’s raining)

Itinerary

Buckingham Palace

one hour Admission not included

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.
Trafalgar Square

20 min

Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

20 min

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!
Whitehall

20 min

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!
Houses of Parliament

40 min

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.
Westminster Abbey

20 min

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!
The O2

3 hours Admission included

After your walking tour, your guide will give you tickets and direct you on how to get to London’s famous arena – the O2! and begin a climb to the top of the world’s largest tent.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting 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

End point

Please note that your guide will not join you at Up at The O2. Tickets and directions will be given at the end of your walking tour. Up at The O2 is around 25 mins away by public transport - transport cost will be approx. £5.

Using your ticket

We meet outside The Ritz hotel (155 Piccadilly). At the Ritz, please meet us next to two red telephone boxes & the two souvenir stalls. We meet at 9.50am & the tour departs at 10 am. Sadly we do not wait or give refunds for latecomers.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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
The Guard Change is on Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun at 10 AM, but the schedule is set by the British Army and may change without notice