Inside Buckingham Palace State Rooms & Royal London Walking Tour

4.4
(57 reviews)
London, England

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Step inside Buckingham Palace’s magnificent State Rooms and explore the landmarks of royal London on this expert-led walking tour. Discover the history, pageantry and traditions of the British monarchy as you stroll through the heart of the royal district, passing famous sites such as St. James’s Palace, Clarence House and The Mall. Along the way, your guide brings centuries of royal stories to life — from grand ceremonies to fascinating royal traditions. Your experience ends with entry to the spectacular State Rooms of Buckingham Palace, where you’ll explore the palace interiors at your own pace with the official audio guide. Admire the lavish rooms used for state occasions and see treasures from the Royal Collection inside one of the world’s most famous royal residences.

What's Included

Local English-speaking guide
Pre-reserved skip-the-line Buckingham Palace tickets (State Rooms)
Expertly guided walking tour of London
Audio guide for Buckingham Palace
Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Queen Victoria Memorial

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at the Queen Victoria Memorial in front of Buckingham Palace.

End point
Buckingham Palace

Inside Buckingham Palace State Rooms.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Queen Victoria Memorial

    Pass by Clarence House, a historic royal residence that has long been home to senior members of the royal family. Your guide shares stories about the royal household and daily life within these private walls, offering insight into how the monarchy functions today.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Clarence House (Pass by)

    Make your way through Green Park and pause outside Clarence House, a beautiful nineteenth-century estate that the most recent generations of royals—including the current king himself—have called home.

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

    See the striking red-brick façade of St. James’s Palace, the oldest royal palace in London. Built in the 16th century by Henry VIII, it remains an important working palace and the ceremonial heart of the British monarchy.

    Admission ticket free
  • The Mall (Pass by)

    Stroll along The Mall, the magnificent tree-lined avenue used for royal processions, coronations and state celebrations. As you walk this famous route, your guide explains the pageantry and traditions that make British royal ceremonies so unique.

    Admission ticket free
  • Wellington Barracks (Pass by)

    Stop by Wellington Barracks, home to the royal Foot Guards on duty in the area, and learn about who they are and how they protect the Royal Family.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Buckingham Palace

    For the highlight of your tour, head to the historic Royal State Rooms at Buckingham Palace. Only open to the public for a few months a year, this collection of ornate 19th-century salons and galleries will transport you straight to the heart of this storied institution. See the lavish White Drawing Room, Throne Room, and more magnificent spaces still used today by the Royal Family to entertain guests. You’ll have plenty of time to explore the State Rooms at your own pace with the informative audio guide.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
  • We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, but space is limited please make sure to email our Guest Experience team.
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Cancellation Policy

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