Summer Special: Buckingham Palace & Windsor Castle Tour
Overview
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8 hours 30 minutes
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Visit two of England's most royal attractions on this day trip combining Windsor Castle and Buckingham Palace. You'll be one of the first to enter Windsor Castle and discover centuries of royal history, before heading to Buckingham Palace, where you will be able to explore the rooms of this working palace at your leisure, soaking in the fine paintings, porcelain and furniture.
Special Exhibition This Summer: The King’s Tour Artists:
Explore over 70 remarkable artworks from His Majesty The King’s personal collection, many being shown to the public for the very first time, at the State Rooms in Buckingham Palace. For the past 40 years, The King has personally selected artists to join his official overseas tours, capturing the moments that inspired them. This special exhibition features the work of 42 artists, reflecting visits to 95 countries across 69 royal tours. Experience a unique perspective on royal travel through the eyes of some of the most talented artists.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult
Due to palace and castle regulations, the guide will not accompany guests inside the State Apartments at Windsor Castle or inside Buckingham Palace. The tour concludes at Buckingham Palace, where you are welcome to explore independently at your leisure. A team of palace guides will be available on-site to assist you during your visit
Audio guide is available for Buckingham Palace visit.
What To Expect
Windsor Castle
Discover the world’s oldest and largest occupied castle – Windsor Castle, an official residence of His Majesty The King. Explore magnificent State Apartments, stroll through beautiful grounds, and discover over 1,000 years of royal history in one of Britain’s most iconic landmarks.
The State Apartments
Step inside the stunning State Apartments at Windsor Castle and explore the rooms where royal ceremonies and official events still take place today. You’ll walk through beautifully decorated spaces filled with priceless art, historic treasures, and centuries of royal history.
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Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Day Trip from London
What‘s Included
Entry to Windsor Castle
Comfortable travel by air-conditioned coach
Expert local guide
Entry to Buckingham Palace & the State Rooms (summer opening only)
Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
231 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfectly Timed Downton Abbey & Highclere Castle Tour
Jessica A,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00ZoZo made our Downton Abbey & Highclere Castle Tour from London an unforgettable experience! From the moment we left London, everything was organized, smooth, and enjoyable. I especially appreciated that we left and arrived on time at every stop, which made the day stress-free and allowed us to fully enjoy each location. Oxford was absolutely beautiful and full of history, and Highclere Castle was even more stunning in person than on TV. ZoZo was knowledgeable, friendly, and kept the day fun while sharing interesting facts about Downton Abbey, the castle, and the surrounding areas. The timing of the tour was perfect — we never felt rushed and had plenty of time to explore and take photos. If you’re a Downton Abbey fan, this tour is a must. Highly recommend booking with ZoZo for a fantastic day trip!
Westminster abbey tour
kale m,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very I formative great guide!
Miss Represented Day
Patrina M,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00It was a misleading situation. 1st it says local-guide-expert. Apparently this includes just driving on the bus. NO guiding through out Windsor or Buckingham Palaces. None. (The guide should have did an overview of the Day to start. When we left Windsor we made were told Buckingham Palace was the palace, gardens and mews. When we got to the Mews, guess what— not included! $895- for the tour and then another $100- for the Mews. Not Happy!! Miss Represented !! No Guides!!
Buckingham and Windsor Castle Tour in a day!
chrisbB3171BI,Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing, a must to see if in the UK, we had a fabulous host who was entertaining and informative, he got us to the front of the line pretty quick, and obviously loves the Royal Family. Great to see both in one day! It was a very full day. LOVE!!
2 royal residents
Kristina F,Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Allen was so funny..just added to a great tour. You had plenty of time at each castle and you go at your own pace!
Great tour . I loved the...
Anna G,Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour . I loved the amount of time dedicated to Windsor Castle and St George’s chapel. We were there about 3 hours and were able to see it all! Our guide was so funny “cheeky “😂
Exceptional Experience! (even with a couple negative things)
Kathy N,Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Small group made the tour perfect! Our guide, Nicholas was knowledgeable and funny. Windsor Castle was amazing! Buckingham Castle was way too crowded, and the poor air circulation made it very warm. However, the rooms we saw were stunning. Disappointed, no interior photos were allowed in either location.
Windsor & Buckingham Palace Day Tour
Laurie E,Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Steve, our guide, entertained us and ensured we would not be standing in a queue too long to enter Windsor Castle by taking us on a roundabout way of getting there and a walking tour of Windsor area near the Castle.
Visit to Windsor with the Family
892marioz,Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very complete Steve's explanations and I love the whole tour in the company of our family. We attended my wife and 3 daughters.
Really enjoyed Windsor...
Leanne O,Aug 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Really enjoyed Windsor Castle. Very well organised and easy to navigate. Buckingham palace not so organised. Our tour guide Alan was very knowledgeable and very accommodating. He has a good sense of humour which made the day very enjoyable.
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