St Paul’s Cathedral & Tower of London: Guided Tour + Thames River Cruise

See historical artifacts and watch the Changing of the Guard

This eight-hour guided tour visits St Paul’s Cathedral and the Tower of London, with access to the Crown Jewels and a stop to watch the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. Travel between locations by air-conditioned coach, then take a Thames River cruise with views of landmarks including Tower Bridge and the Houses of Parliament. A London Eye ride is included only with the selected option.

What's Included

  • Entry to the Tower of London
  • Entry to St Paul’s Cathedral
  • Access to the Crown Jewels
  • Live guide
  • Guided tour
  • Transportation via air-conditioned coach
  • Thames River cruise
  • Changing of the Guard ceremony
  • London Eye ride (if the option is selected)

What's Included in This Package

  • Tower of London: Guided Tour with a Beefeater

    Tower of London: Guided Tour with a Beefeater

    See the Crown Jewels up close before the crowds with a personal Beefeater guide

    What's Included

    • Entry ticket
    • Access to the Crown Jewels
    • Guided tour with a Beefeater
  • St Paul’s Cathedral: Entry Ticket

    St Paul’s Cathedral: Entry Ticket

    Step inside an iconic feature of the London skyline

    What's Included

    • Entry ticket
    • Access to the dome
    • Access to the crypt
  • London Eye: Entry Ticket

    London Eye: Entry Ticket

    Soar above the rooftops of London on the iconic Lastminute.com London Eye

    What's Included

    • Entry ticket

This package is currently not cost-effective on its own.
Estimated gap: 4,27 € more than buying included attractions separately.

Alternative pass to consider: London Royal Pass (estimated saving: 10,64 €).

Scenario to make this package cost-effective

Total without package + suggested extra attraction Individual prices for included attractions + suggested extra attraction 335,41 €

Package total + 10% bonus You save 14,50 € on this combined scenario 320,91 € 😍 Promotion icon -10%

Detailed breakdown of your savings

Tower of London: Guided Tour with a Beefeater 81,54 €
St Paul’s Cathedral: Entry Ticket 31,91 €
London Eye: Entry Ticket 34,27 €

Total without package 147,72 €

Package price 151,99 €

Package saving (without bonus) -4,27 € (-3 %)

Suggested extra attraction London: Warner Bros. Studio Tour + Roundtrip Transfer (187,69 €)
Extra saving with 10% code +18,77 €
Combined total without package (with suggested attraction) 335,41 €
Combined total with package + 10% bonus 320,91 €
Total saving with bonus scenario 14,50 €
*Savings are calculated from current attraction prices and package price.
*Conditions may apply. Please check on Tiqets.

What's Not Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Entry to attractions not mentioned as included
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Attractions Location

  • A. Tower of London: Guided Tour with a Beefeater: St Katharine's & Wapping London Get Directions
  • B. St Paul's Cathedral: Entry Ticket: St Paul's Churchyard London Get Directions
  • C. London Eye: Entry Ticket: Riverside Building, County Hall London Get Directions

Average Duration

Duration: 08:00

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation allowed up to 24 hours before the event.

Wheelchair Accessible

Additional Information & Description

St Paul’s Cathedral & Tower of London: Guided Tour + Thames River Cruise brings together two major London landmarks, the Changing of the Guard and a private journey along the Thames. The eight-hour itinerary follows a set sequence, beginning at St Paul’s Cathedral and continuing through royal history and ceremony before taking to the river. A live English-speaking guide leads the tour.

St Paul’s Cathedral and the Changing of the Guard

The day starts with a guided visit to St Paul’s Cathedral, with entry included. Its association with notable royal events gives this first stop a place in the wider story of the monarchy explored during the tour.

Next comes Buckingham Palace for the Changing of the Guard. The ceremony is part of the itinerary and provides a look at British ceremonial customs. This is a stop to watch the guard change, rather than an included visit inside the palace.

The Tower of London and Crown Jewels

The Tower of London visit turns from ceremony to the monarchy’s historic setting and artifacts. Entry to the Tower and access to the Crown Jewels are included, so the jewels form part of the visit rather than a separate attraction you need to book.

The guided tour explores the Tower’s association with the monarchy. This stop gives the day a different focus from the cathedral and palace: historic objects and the royal connections of the site itself.

A private cruise on the Thames

The itinerary then moves onto the water for a private Thames River cruise. Look out for Tower Bridge and the Houses of Parliament along the route. Seeing these structures from the river changes the viewpoint after the earlier land-based visits.

A London Eye ride is included only if you select that option. It adds views from above at the end of the day; it is not part of every booking.

Meeting point and transport

Go to 164 Buckingham Palace Road and arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start. Transportation by air-conditioned coach is included, but hotel pickup and drop-off are not, so arrange your own travel to the meeting point and onward journey afterward.

Tickets and access

Tickets are delivered instantly, and smartphone tickets are accepted. The tour is listed as wheelchair accessible. Entry to attractions other than those explicitly included is excluded; keep that distinction in mind if you plan additional sightseeing around the day’s itinerary.

Frequently Asked Questions about St Paul's Cathedral & Tower of London: Guided Tour + Thames River Cruise

What is included in the tour?

The tour includes entry to St Paul’s Cathedral and the Tower of London, access to the Crown Jewels, a live guide, guided tour, air-conditioned coach transportation, a Thames River cruise and the Changing of the Guard ceremony.

Is a London Eye ride included?

A London Eye ride is included only if you select that option.

What will I see during the Thames River cruise?

The cruise offers views of landmarks such as Tower Bridge and the Houses of Parliament.

Where does the tour start?

The starting point is 164 Buckingham Palace Road.

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts eight hours.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the tour is listed as wheelchair accessible.

What is not included?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are excluded, as is entry to attractions not listed among the inclusions.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the timeslot.

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