Changing of the Guard Buckingham Palace London | Best Views from a Tour Guide

The Changing of the Guard is a large formal ceremony in which a group of soldiers is relieved of their duties by a new batch of soldiers and are accompanied by marching bands and many, many onlookers.

Technically, the main ceremony takes place at Buckingham Palace, but this isn't really the best place to view it. Parts of the ceremony take place in 3 other locations near Buckingham Palace. And these are St. James's Palace, Clarence House, and Wellington Barracks.

And in this video, Sinead is going to show you the best way to witness as much of the process, pomp, and excitement as possible.

02:00 - St. James's Palace Guard Change
22:20 - New Guard Leaves Wellington Barracks
27:42 - Mini Guard Change at Clarance House (Prince Charles's Home)
38:36 - Old Guard Returns to Wellington Barracks

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Guide: Sinead O'Leary

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[GodSaveTheKing]

This video is seriously underrated. It should have at least 100k views

[yvonnehales]

I've been watching these virtual tours of London recently during lockdown here in Sydney, Australia. It's bringing back many memories. So professional, just the right pace. Thank you Sinead.

[jetsons]

The Guard in the start of the video, ""it's not the slip-it's the recovery that counts"" Sinead, you in the UK have such a Long and Dynamitic History. Between the History, the cities, the small towns to the beauty of the country side you have enough subject matter to last you for years. My neighbors moved here from Manchester about 5 years ago and they call me a "Brit" stuck in a American body because I read so much UK history. A GEM of a watch.... I went way over break, Back to work I

[sarahsilas]

Thank you all guards of all regiments, military band, the life guards and the Royal blues for all what you do for Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth the Second, for the British public and Tourists and any other visitors who come and visit Britain and end up having the opportunity to watch if they happen to be in London when you’re doing the changing of the guards at Buckingham Palace. Thank you very much for the joy and peace you bring to one during your performance. May the good Lord Bless you and your families. Keep up the good work and do not pay much attention to negative comments. Know that you’re British’s Best. I like you all and have enjoyed my time watching you and dancing along your military musicians especially when they play Christian pieces e g Amazing Grace, Just a closer with thee, it was very helpful to listen to these pieces. God Save the Queen and Bless us All.

[parmindersinghsidhu]

I had just finished 13 hours shift at the Hospital and and what more could ask than have the pleasure of watching you.

[sarahsilas]

Thank you very much for sharing I’ve been watching the changing of the guards in London for a very long time before the pandemic. I really enjoy watching them marching and listening to the military band. It is very therapeutical to watch them because you forget almost everything that’s worrying you at that time and you just get glued on what is happening and even dance along their music. What Always do is to pray and bless them as they carry on doing their royal March and playing their instruments. It’s lovely to see and I encourage others to support them. They bring the British tradition to life. Brilliant. On the other hand you may hear other spectators mocking them and saying negative words, but in all this I always look on the positive and enjoy myself in what they do because I think if my brother or sister was one of them, how would I feel about the negativity?? Bad indeed. So I choose to look on the good side and support them in prayer, blessing and cheering them up. God Save the Queen and bless us all.

[robertdavies]

I remember being part of changing the guard many years ago as a military musician. It is great for tourists but for the lads and lasses involved it is a long day.

[SydneyCarton-sfmq]

Another great video by the beautiful Sinead. Your knowledge of London is vast!

[sherbear]

When my friend and I visited in 2011 we took a day long black cab tour. We started at Abbey Road and then we arrived at St. James Palace and the band was playing a Beatles song. Then off to Buckingham Palace. We didn't know about Free Tours by Foot then but our guide knew what he was doing. I loved seeing it again! Thank you!

[grahamcull]

I took the Changing of The Guard tour with Sinead a few years ago. I remember her saying “ tour group Go! Go! Go! “ as we dashed from place to place. Sinead is very informed, knows all the tricks, and has a lovely personality. Her tours are a must. Graham Sydney Australia

[CherryBerry]

aww this was the best, i thank you with all of my heart, you know exactly what my spirit needed. Since i have never traveled abroad, and always wanted to tour the UK, this was right up my alley!! I always dreamed of going to the UK since i was 14, it seemed my life started at that age, there was a terrible life before that but my dream started at that tender age. this was so amazing and i called it right, you are my sister and i adore and love you through my soul!!

[RB-hxrd]

Sinead is a fab Tour Guide her enthusiasm is fantastic..

[WalkExplor]

Amazing tips Sinead! Really great video. Unfortunatelly I just watched after my trip to London.... next time I know! 🙂

[dana]

Fabulous tour and terrific information! I will definitely use these tips when I visit next month. Sinead is fantastic. I’ve watched almost all of her tours and really enjoy them. Thank you Sinead!

[ritasearle]

Love watching Sinead I have seen so many lovely places in London only been twice and now too old to go again wish I had know about Sinead then I would have asked her to take us on a tour Thank you just love these walks xx

[wegarnett]

Best view I ever had was at the Wellington Barracks. Seeing the inspection of the old guard was cool, but the best was the day we were there, one of the band members had his last day and the band played him off as he left the group.

[SEALTRIDENT]

Thanks to you last week my family were able to see exactly what you recommended Sinead! Thank you for your outstanding videos!

[maryrosetan]

This one of the best walking tour videos I've ever watched on YouTube. Thank you, Sinead! I will join your tour when I'm in London.

[jerricocke]

She made this with lovely very very well done and I really appreciate the fact that you pointed out that any experienced tour guide will go nowhere near Buckingham Palace during The changing of the guard beautifully

[gloriakoch]

Sinead, so happy to have found you again. You have the best tours.