Kid-Friendly London in a Day Tour with Westminster Abbey and Tower of London
New To The Site!
London, England
6 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Instant confirmation
Overview
During this kid-friendly full day tour you will be led by a Blue Badge guide to discover London and its most famous highlights! You will also visit two of the most iconic landmarks in the British capital: Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London.
Moreover, if it is scheduled on the day of your visit, you will also be able to admire the striking ceremony of the Changing of the Guard, right outside Buckingham Palace.
Your professional guide will know how to keep children entertained during the tour and there will certainly not be any time get bored!
Join this tour with your family for a fun and yet educational exploration of London!
What's Included
- Admission tickets to Westminster Abbey
- Admission tickets to the Tower of London
- Professional Kid-Friendly Guide
- Blue Badge Guide
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Food and Drinks
- Public transport tickets/Oyster cards/travel cards
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Meeting point
Dean's Yard
London SW1P 3JS, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
End point
City of London
London, UK
What To Expect
Westminster
Your tour will start in Westminster, the area of London which hosts many of its most famous landmarks, such as Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the Palace of Westminster — also known as the Houses of Parliament - and Buckingham Palace. Your guide has vast experience in tours for families and will know how to entertain your children, keeping their mind focused through fun and interesting stories about the history of London!
Westminster's fantastic range of attractions is second to none. Apart from the Palace of Westminster, one of four UNESCO World Heritage Sites in London, there are also many of the city's most important art galleries as well as other iconic landmarks and a few hidden gems as well.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Whitehall
On your way to Buckingham Palace, as you walk along Whitehall, your guide will show you the most important buildings situated on this famous street. It is recognized as the centre of the Government of the United Kingdom, lined with numerous departments and ministries, including the Ministry of Defence, Horse Guards and the Cabinet Office.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Buckingham Palace
After a short walk on The Mall (or through St James Park), you will arrive at Buckingham Palace. Here, if it is scheduled on the day of your tour and if the weather allows it, you will marvel at the evocative ceremony of the Changing of the Guard. Your guide will share his/her knowledge about this amazing parade and about the royal family as well!
This event is very likely to be crowded at this time of the day, but your guide will find the perfect spot from where you and your family will be able to enjoy the view.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Westminster Abbey
Next you will be visiting Westminster Abbey, a living working church where worship still takes place to this day, and it is also the traditional coronation and burial site for English monarchs, as well as being one of the most important Gothic buildings in the country. This is also where some of the most significant people in Britain's history are buried or commemorated. Your will see the highlights of this outstanding church, such as the Poet's Corner, with its memorials to William Shakespeare, Charles Dickens, and other giants of literature. The visit will also include the tombs of Queen Elizabeth I; The Coronation Chair and the Lady Chapel.
After visiting the abbey it will be time to have lunch, and your guide will suggest a local restaurant or pub where you can relax before you continue with your tour.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
City of London
The tour will then move on to the City of London, the city's historical heart. This part of London was the location of a busy trading post almost 2000 years ago when it was still part of the Roman Empire. A section of the Roman Wall is still visible, and many of the streets here continue to follow the pattern of the ancient Roman roads.There are many landmarks to admire in this area, such as St. Paul's Cathedral, the Millennium Bridge, the Tate Modern Art Gallery and many other iconic places.
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Tower of London
You will finally reach the Tower of London where you will spend the rest of the tour. The tower is one of the top ten most visited attractions in London, and it is very appreciated by children ! You will be fascinated by the stories and tales that you guide will tell you. You will do activities and play games, learning while having fun! You will see the main highlights of the Tower of London, including the most important of all, the Crown Jewels, a collection of royal ceremonial objects kept in the Tower of London, which include the regalia and vestments worn by British kings and queens at their coronations. Moreover you will visit the White Tower, the Medieval Tower, the Royal Mint, Tower Green, the Royal Menagerie, and the Bloody Tower.
Your tour will end here and you will certainly feel as if you know London like the back of your hand!
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- Some parts of Tower are not pushchair friendly. You will find buggy parks in some areas.
- The Changing the Guard takes place every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday from August to May, but it doesn't take place in the rain or in a very bad weather and if some special events are happening at Buckingham Palace (the guards cancel ceremony if it rains, because the rain could damage their brass instruments)
- This tour is suitable for children aged 5 and above. Younger kids are welcome, but the tour may not be appropriate.
- During the tour you will use public transport, so make sure you have valid tickets.
- We suggest wearing comfortable shoes
- This tour is unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, and no wheelchairs are allowed on the tour
- There are a large number of steps throughout the Tower of London with cobbles laid in some of the surfaces and pathways. There are some low doorways.
- Please note that for security reasons bag searches will take place at Westminster Abbey and at the Tower of London
- Please be aware that security checks at the attractions are inevitable
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Kid-Friendly London in a Day Tour with Westminster Abbey and Tower of London?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-20455P303
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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Q:
What is the cancellation policy for the Kid-Friendly London in a Day Tour with Westminster Abbey and Tower of London?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Admission tickets to Westminster Abbey.
- Admission tickets to the Tower of London.
- Professional Kid-Friendly Guide.
- Blue Badge Guide.
The following is NOT included:
- Hotel pickup/drop-off.
- Food and Drinks.
- Public transport tickets/Oyster cards/travel cards.
- Lunch.
- Gratuities.
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Kid-Friendly London in a Day Tour with Westminster Abbey and Tower of London is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- 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
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Kid-Friendly London in a Day Tour with Westminster Abbey and Tower of London will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Admission tickets to Westminster Abbey
- Admission tickets to the Tower of London
- Professional Kid-Friendly Guide
- Blue Badge Guide
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Food and Drinks
- Public transport tickets/Oyster cards/travel cards
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- Some parts of Tower are not pushchair friendly. You will find buggy parks in some areas.
- The Changing the Guard takes place every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday from August to May, but it doesn't take place in the rain or in a very bad weather and if some special events are happening at Buckingham Palace (the guards cancel ceremony if it rains, because the rain could damage their brass instruments)
- This tour is suitable for children aged 5 and above. Younger kids are welcome, but the tour may not be appropriate.
- During the tour you will use public transport, so make sure you have valid tickets.
- We suggest wearing comfortable shoes
- This tour is unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, and no wheelchairs are allowed on the tour
- There are a large number of steps throughout the Tower of London with cobbles laid in some of the surfaces and pathways. There are some low doorways.
- Please note that for security reasons bag searches will take place at Westminster Abbey and at the Tower of London
- Please be aware that security checks at the attractions are inevitable
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