Buckingham Palace Entrance Ticket & British Royalty Guided Tour

4.4
(353 reviews)
London, England

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Take advantage of this rare opportunity to explore the State Apartments of Buckingham Palace; they are only open for two short months each year. Tickets are limited, and demand is high! Here we include a guided stroll down The Mall and through one of London's most beautiful royal parks, as well as a glimpse into the lives of the Royal Family.

What's Included

Expert English-speaking guide on your Royal London walking tour
Pre-reserved entry to Buckingham Palace State Rooms (open July – September only)
Audio headsets when required for clear commentary
Explore Buckingham Palace State Rooms at your own pace
Official Buckingham Palace audio guide (available in EN, FR, ES, IT, DE, PT, JA, ZH, RU)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Duke of York Column

Meeting Point: Duke of York column at Waterloo Place. This is the tall column with the statue on top. Meeting Point Details: By the Duke of York Column, Waterloo Place, 9 Carlton Terrace, London SW1Y 5AJ. This is the tall column with a statue on top. Arriving by tube: Take the tube to Piccadilly Circus and take exit No. 3 onto Regent Street/St James. Walk south down Regent Street towards St James Park (do not walk north towards Oxford Street). Waterloo Place is at the end of Regent Street. You will see the tall column with a statue on top. You can also arrive via Charing Cross Station. Walk down the Mall towards Buckingham Palace, you will see the statue on your right at the top of some steps.

End point
Spur Road

Buckingham Palace

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • Duke Of York Column (Pass by)

    Meet your expert guide near the iconic Duke of York Column, the gateway to Royal London. Begin a guided walking tour through the heart of the royal district, passing some of London's most important royal landmarks as your guide shares fascinating stories of the British monarchy.

    Admission ticket free
  • The Mall (Pass by)

    Walk along The Mall, London's grand ceremonial avenue connecting Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace. This famous route is used for coronations, state visits, royal celebrations, and ceremonial processions.

    Admission ticket free
  • King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Memorial (Pass by)

    Pass the memorial dedicated to King George VI and Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother while learning about their enduring influence on the modern Royal Family.

    Admission ticket free
  • St. James's Park (Pass by)

    Enjoy a guided stroll through St. James's Park, London's oldest Royal Park. Admire beautiful gardens, the lake, and excellent views of Buckingham Palace while hearing stories of royal traditions and centuries of British history.

    Admission ticket free
  • St. James's Palace (Pass by)

    See St. James's Palace, the oldest royal palace in London and still an important working royal residence. Learn about the monarchs, princes, and princesses who have lived within its historic walls.

    Admission ticket free
  • Clarence House (Pass by)

    Pass Clarence House, the official London residence of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Discover its role as one of London's most significant royal residences.

    Admission ticket free
  • Lancaster House (Pass by)

    Admire the magnificent exterior of Lancaster House, a grand 19th-century mansion renowned for its lavish interiors, royal connections, and use for state receptions.

    Admission ticket free
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    Buckingham Palace

    Arrive at Buckingham Palace, the official London residence of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Open to visitors for only a limited season each year, entry to the magnificent State Rooms is a rare opportunity. After an introduction from your guide, enter with your included audio guide and explore at your own pace. Step inside the lavish chambers used by the Royal Family for state occasions and official ceremonies, and admire glittering chandeliers, grand staircases, priceless artworks, exquisite Sèvres porcelain, and some of the finest English and French furniture in the world. Enjoy the freedom to discover the splendor of Britain's most famous royal residence before your experience concludes at Buckingham Palace.

    2 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance
  • Unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages
  • Photography is not permitted within Buckingham Palace but is allowed within the gardens
  • This tour involves a reasonable amount of walking, and stairs.
Supplied by City Wonders UK

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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