Buckingham Palace: Walking Tour with Entry & Audio Guide

4.8
(90 reviews)

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Ready to dive deeper into the Royal Family? Then don’t miss your chance to be enthralled by the stories surrounding the monarchy as you tour St. James Park, the Mall, and the palatial rooms in Buckingham Palace. Your guide has tales to tell about the former leper hospital near the palace, how important the street called the Mall is, and what you can expect to see inside the palace. An unforgettable morning getting to know the British Royals is waiting for you!

What's Included

Skip-the-line Entry
Audio guide for the Buckingham Palace Tour
Group Size of Maximum 20
Access to the special exhibition "The King’s Tour Artists"
Guided Walking tour of St. James Park and the Mall
Admission ticket to Buckingham Palace
A friendly, English Speaking guide (for the walking tour part)
Hotel Pick Up / Drop Off
Food & Beverages
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
St James's Square

Please arrive 10 minutes early. Your guide will meet you in front of the William III statue in St. James Square holding a ''The Tour Guy'' sign. When St. James Square is closed, please meet us at the SW Gate of the Square across from Kings Street.

End point
Buckingham Palace

Your tour will conclude after the visit to Buckingham Palace

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    St. James' Square

    Your Royal experience begins in St James Square at our designated meeting point where you'll meet your guide and start of your walking tour of London's Royal monuments. Set off on a walking tour of London's royal landmarks while your guide shares history-packed commentary, shedding light on the illustrious reign of the British monarchy. Pause at St. James’ Palace, hosting iconic royals like Princess Diana and Anne Boleyn. Continue into St. James’ Park, a green haven once housing the Royal Zoo. Walk along The Mall, designed as a colossal red carpet leading to Buckingham Palace, and catch a glimpse of Clarence House, the residence of Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Buckingham Palace

    The palace waiting for you at the end of the Mall is what you came to see. Your guide will lead you to the correct entrance and verify your entry tickets, so you don’t have to worry about getting inside. Since no tour guides are allowed inside Buckingham Palace, they’ll make sure you’re set with your audio guide and bid you farewell. Some of the rooms we recommend to explore inside: - The Picture Gallery in the Palace - White Drawing Room - State Dining Room - Ballroom - Throne Room

    2 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note that Access to the special exhibition "The King’s Tour Artists" is a special addition available in 2025 only.
Supplied by The Tour Guy

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Cancellation Policy

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

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