Changing the Guard is one of the 'must sees' on a trip to London.
Find out when the guard change takes place, along with up to dates, times and information on the background to the colourful changing the guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle.
Plus information on the guards uniforms, our top tips for things to do in London and our suggestions for day trips from London.
If you are visiting the Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace, it is worth considering taking the handy companion guide book packed with information on the ceremony and the people behind it. The guide book also has detailed timings and maps even showing great photo points with sections in French, German, Chinese, Japanese and Spanish!
Buy the authorative guide
Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace is the authoritative pocket guide written with the full support of the Guards who undertake the ceremony.
Complete with maps showing ideal photo-points, timings and a simple guide to recognising the regiments, the Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace helps you get the best out of the event and it will help and support the Tourism Guides.
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Buckingham Palace
Information on dates and times, where to stand to get the best view and how to avoid the crowds.
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Windsor Castle
Information on dates and times, where to stand to get the best view and how to avoid the crowds.
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What Happens
The Changing the Guard ceremony, or Guard Mounting as it is formally known, signifies the official handover of responsibility for the military security of the Royal Palaces in London.
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