London in a Day Buckingham Palace, Royal Parks and Bus Tour

7 to 9 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Start your morning with a relaxing guided walking tour through London's picturesque Royal Parks, soaking in the green spaces and royal history. Continue with a comfortable single-loop sightseeing bus tour that takes you past the city's most iconic landmarks and monuments, complete with engaging audio commentary.

Next, use your included Buckingham Palace ticket for a self-guided audio tour of the magnificent State Rooms (open 9 July – 27 Sept 2026). Explore 19 opulent rooms used for royal ceremonies, state banquets, and official events by The King.

Highlights include the dramatic Grand Staircase, Throne Room with coronation chairs, stunning 47m Picture Gallery with Old Masters (Rembrandt, Vermeer & more), the Ballroom, elegant Drawing Rooms, and royal treasures.

2026 note: White Drawing Room closed; partial hoardings in some areas (Ballroom etc.).

End with a relaxing stroll through the Palace Gardens, plus terrace café and shop access.

The perfect royal experience in London!

What's Included

Guided Royal Parks walking tour (approx. 1 hour)
Single-boarding panoramic sightseeing bus (Approx 2-3 hours audio guided)
Westminster area highlights and commentary
St James’s Park walking route
Professional English-speaking guide (morning only)
Entry ticket to Buckingham Palace!
Live guide on the sightseeing bus (Audio Only)
Hop-on hop-off bus access or reboarding
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entry to Westminster Abbey or other monuments passed during walking tour
Guided tour inside Buckingham Palace (audio guide optional only)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
The Green Park

8:30am - Fountain of Diana, Green Park, London SW1A 1RN Meet next to the black and gold fountain at the top of Green Park outside Green Park Station, nearest exit is labelled ‘Green Park, Buckingham Palace’ when leaving Green Park Station.

End point
Buckingham Palace

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Green Park

    Guests will meet their guide at the Fountain of Diana in Green Park before beginning a guided walking tour through the Royal Parks. The guide will provide historical context and stories about the park, royal landmarks, and surrounding monuments as the group walks through the area. This is a brief stop at the start of the experience and forms part of the guided walking route toward Buckingham Palace and Westminster.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    St. James's Park

    Guests will walk through St James’s Park with their guide, learning about its royal history, wildlife, and views of Buckingham Palace and Westminster. The park serves as a scenic route connecting key royal landmarks in central London.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Westminster Abbey

    Guests will pass through the Westminster area during the walking tour, where the guide will highlight key landmarks including royal monuments, government buildings, and historic sites. Commentary is provided throughout the walk.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    London

    Guests will experience a panoramic open-top sightseeing route through central London, viewing many of the city’s most famous landmarks from the bus. Key sights along the route include Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, the London Eye, Trafalgar Square, St Paul’s Cathedral, the City of London skyline, and Tower Hill. This is a self-directed sightseeing experience with recorded onboard commentary. Guests may remain on the bus for a full loop or disembark at central London locations if they choose.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Buckingham Palace

    Step inside Buckingham Palace's magnificent State Rooms, open this summer (9 July–27 Sept 2026). Explore 19 lavish rooms used for royal ceremonies and state events. Highlights: Dramatic Grand Staircase, Throne Room with coronation chairs, stunning 47m Picture Gallery featuring Old Masters (Rembrandt, Vermeer & more), Ballroom, elegant Drawing Rooms, and Royal Collection treasures. 2026 note: White Drawing Room closed; partial hoardings in Ballroom area. Exit through the beautiful Palace Gardens for a stroll, plus café & shop. Self-guided audio tour included. A royal must-see!

    3 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

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