The Chasing of the Guard 5k London Running Tour

1h30
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Itinerary
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Stop At: Hyde Park, London W2 2UH England

We'll run through Hyde Park on our way to find our first set of guards.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Wellington Arch, 1 Apsley Way Piccadilly, Hyde Park Corner Roundabout, London W2 2UH England

We'll pause here to explore famous horses from London's history and get some amazing photos of the Guard passing under Wellington Arch.

Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: Buckingham Palace, Spur Road, London SW1A 1AA England

We'll run past the crowds of Buckingham Palace who won't get a very good view of the ceremony as we run on to the next location for close-up action. There will be time for photos of course.

Stop At: St. James's Palace, London England

Discover the history of this lesser-known palace as we wait for the marching band to proceed.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Wellington Barracks Birdcage Walk, London SW1E 6HQ England

Get a good spot for the rehearsals of the new marching band at Wellington Barracks and see them progress to Buckingham Palace.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: St. James's Park, Horse Guards Road The Storeyard, London SW1A 2BJ England

We'll run through the park to learn about this Royal oasis and its relation to the Changing of the Guards.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Whitehall, Government London, London SW1A 2BX England

Learn about the origins of the Chasing of the Guard ceremony at Whitehall.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall, Horse Guards Whitehall, London SW1A 2AX England

We'll see the beginning of the Changing of the Guard at Horse Guards between the Blues & Royals and Queen's Lifeguard.

Duration: 10 minutes

Included
  • Local guide
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Guaranteed to skip the lines
Not included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children aged under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Features
Tourism
80% Cultural
50% Sport
35% Original
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