London landmarks bike tour: 3.5-hour guided ride
You cycle through the city instead of walking it.
A 3.5-hour guided bike tour of London's landmarks covers Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Kensington Palace, Hyde Park and the Changing of the Guard ceremony, with a live English-speaking guide leading the route. Bikes and helmets are included. You'll need to be comfortable riding for the full duration and arrive 20 minutes early. The tour suits riders from around 11 years old and 150 cm tall, with junior bikes available on request.
Step-by-step itinerary
Morning tour of London landmarks
- Meet at the meeting point
- Cycle in the park and see Kensington Palace
- Cycle in Hyde Park
- See Royal Albert Hall and learn history
- Learn about the battle of Trafalgar at Trafalgar Square
- Visit Parliament Square statues and history
- See Westminster and learn about coronations
- See Houses of Parliament and Big Ben
- Talk about history at St. James's Palace
- Watch the Changing of the Guard
- Catch a glimpse of London Eye and cycle along Thames
- Kensington Palace 10m
- Trafalgar Square 10m
- Westminster 10m
- Houses of Parliament and Big Ben 10m
- Hyde Park 15m
- Parliament Square 5m
- Royal Albert Hall 10m
- St. James's Palace 10m
- Duke of Wellington Statue 10m
- Changing of the Guard 15m
- London Eye 5m
What’s included
- Standard bike and helmet.
- live English-speaking guide.
- access to all stops including Parliament Square, Westminster Abbey, Kensington Palace, Hyde Park, Trafalgar Square, St. James's Palace and the Royal Albert Hall.
- timing to catch the Changing of the Guard when scheduled.
- Every day 10:00
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Cycle past Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and the Changing of the Guard on a 3.5-hour guided bike tour of London with a live English-speaking guide and helmet.
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The experience
The tour starts at a meeting point in central London and moves through the city on two wheels. You cycle through Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens to see Kensington Palace, then head toward Parliament Square and the Houses of Parliament, where Big Ben comes into view. The route takes you past Westminster Abbey, where coronations and royal burials have taken place for centuries, and your guide shares the history as you ride.
A key stop is the Changing of the Guard at the official London residence of the Monarch. The tour is timed to catch the ceremony when it's scheduled. From there you'll cycle along the Thames to glimpse the London Eye and continue through Trafalgar Square, where your guide explains the naval battle that shaped the square's monuments. You also pass St. James's Palace and the Royal Albert Hall, with the guide pointing out statues and telling the stories behind them as the route unfolds.
Bikes are standard (not electric) and helmets are optional but provided. The pace is steady over 3.5 hours, so you're covering ground without rushing. You'll need to be able to ride for the full duration and comfortable on a bike in city traffic. Arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the start time. The tour cannot wait for late arrivals.
Top questions
What happens if the Changing of the Guard isn't scheduled on the day I book?
The Changing of the Guard is a regular ceremony, but the tour is timed to catch it when it's on the schedule. Your guide will still cover the history of the royal residence and the ceremony itself, even if the live changing doesn't happen that day.
Can I ride this tour if I'm visiting London for the first time?
Yes, the tour is designed for anyone who can ride a bike and wants to see London's landmarks. Your guide shares facts and stories about each site, so you'll learn the history as you go, whether you're new to the city or a longtime resident.
Do I need to bring my own bike?
No. Standard bikes and helmets are included with the tour. If you're under 150 cm tall, junior bikes are available but need to be requested when you book.
How much cycling experience do I need?
You need to know how to ride a bike and be comfortable cycling for 3.5 hours. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels, but you should be confident on two wheels in a city environment.
What's the best time of year to book this tour?
The tour runs year-round. London's weather can be unpredictable, so wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothes. The morning timing means you'll cover most of the route before the day gets too warm.
Operated by Notting Hill Bike tours. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.
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London landmarks bike tour: 3.5-hour guided ride
3h 30m · EN
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