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Royal tour of St James', Parks, Palaces and Royal intrigue
London,
United Kingdom
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Overview
Duration
3h
Languages
English
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
This private walking tour covers the area of St James' known unofficially as London's Royal Village because of its many royal connections. We wander past the OUTSIDE ONLY of Buckingham Palace and St James' Palace, and through two beautiful royal parks, Green Park and St James' Park. St James' is renowned for its Gentlemen's Clubs, and we will stroll past several which still flourish today, some 275 years after they were founded. These clubs are in the midst of exclusive shops, many set up to supply the gentlemen with everything they could possibly need from cheese and wine to shirts and shoes. If you're lucky, your tour date might coincide with an ancient ceremony called the Changing of the Guard, a chance to see royal pageantry at its best. This currently takes place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
This is a tour not to be missed with hidden gems around every corner! All my Trip Advisor reviews are graded Excellent so I must be doing something right!
What to remember
Important info
Public transportation options are available nearby. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. When your booking is confirmed, you will receive contact details for me (Sandy) and I will be your guide on this tour. My aim is to give you, my client, the best experience you could possibly have so if you have any special requests, be sure to tell me what they are! If you need to stop for a break midway through the tour, that will be fine with me.. The tour will last up to 3 hours depending on the walking pace of the group, the number of questions asked and if the Changing of the Guard ceremony is going ahead on the day of the tour.. The tour will cover roughly 2 miles in total.. The tour will go ahead come rain or shine so please don't be put off by the weather. Do wear comfortable shoes and clothing and, if needs be, bring waterproofs and an umbrella.. Due to the distances involved, and the speed at which we may have to walk between events, this tour is not recommended for those with walking difficulties.. Morning tours start at 09.45 under the Colonnade of the Ritz Hotel, Piccadilly. Unlike some other guides, I specialise in just five areas of London, St James' being one of them. This means that I have detailed knowledge of the area which I pass on to my clients in a fun and interesting way.. 100% of my Trip Advisor/Viator reviews are graded 'excellent' and as I now have over 100 reviews in total, I must be doing something right!. I prefer to guide small groups of up to five family or friends so that everyone can hear what I am saying above the usual street noises of a busy city. Also, everyone can ask as many questions as they like.. I ALWAYS make contact with my clients before a tour so if you have not heard from me one week before your tour, please contact me instead.. I only accept bookings directly from customers. Any bookings made by a travel agent on behalf of a customer will be cancelled.
What's included
A fun and experienced professional, local guide, accredited by the Institute of Tourist Guiding and the University of Westminster. Sandy is a member of the City of Westminster Guide Lecturer's Association.
What's not included
Food and drinks. Food sampling. Gratuities - optional. Transportation to/from the start and end points of the walk
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Hobnob Tours
Meeting Point
Under the Colonnade of the Ritz Hotel, Piccadilly at 9.45 a.m.