Along the middle path from the main archway it is lined with square stones. Stand along this line behind the stones and you will get a good view of the guards cantering past after change of guards.
The walk around the back of Downing St. and on towards Buckingham Palace is very nice. But only if the gates are open. On this day, they were closed to the public.
Eyes left for Horse Guards, the grand 18thC Palladian-style HQ of the Household Cavalry & the exercise ground of Horse Guards Parade. Posing with the mounted troopers on Whitehall is a tourist's love
At the 2012 London Olympics, the Horse Guards Parade became a focal point around the world, and the biggest stars in beach volleyball and volleyball made their mark in history.