Buckingham Palace Entrance Ticket & British Royalty Guided Tour
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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.
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.
*Special for 2023! The outfits worn by Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla at the Coronation will go on display as part of the Summer Opening of Buckingham Palace.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Expert local guide
New for 2025: The King’s Tour Artists Exhibition
Headsets where appropriate
Guided walking tour
Audio guide for Buckingham Palace
Entrance ticket for Buckingham Palace
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up/drop-off
What To Expect
St. James's Park
Your regal tour begins at the Duke of York Column, located on St. James’, where you’ll greet your guide and embark on a walking tour of London’s royal monuments. During the stroll to your first site, your guide provides history-rich commentary that offers insight into the British monarchy’s illustrious reign. Stop at St. James’ Palace, which has played host to iconic royals including Princess Diana and Anne Boleyn, before you continue into St. James’ Park — a green lung formerly home to the Royal Zoo. Stroll down The Mall, designed to represent a giant red carpet leading to Buckingham Palace, and pass by the home of Princes Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall, Clarence House.
Buckingham Palace
Then, approach the gates of Buckingham Palace, arguably the world’s most famous royal residence. Open for only two months a year, the opportunity to visit the State Apartments is a rare and exciting experience. With an audio guide to direct your exploration, you’ll delve into the lavish chambers of the British Monarchy: marvel at the opulent décor and admire rooms swathed in sumptuous upholstery, chandeliers, and priceless art. See, too, important pieces from the royal collection such as Sèvres porcelain and some of the finest English and French furniture in the world.
Options
Buckingham + Walking Tour
Buckingham Palace Ticket with Royal London Walking Tour
Reviews
223 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good skip the line tour to Buckingham Palace
Sylvia T,
Aug 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide was full of enthusiasm and a terrific host. He walked us down the mall and pointed out different historical places, palaces, statues, and relevant stories about the Royal family on our way to Buckingham Palace. We were able to take a side entrance to get in, there by skipping the main line, For a smooth entry. Once inside, it is a self-guided tour with headsets. It is easy to go at your own pace. There is a café outside the palace, gift shop, and an ice cream shop. It was delightful to see the inner workings of the palace.
Excellent Buckingham Palace tour.
Richard L,
Aug 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great guides. Covered a lot of history. Buckingham Palace tour was excellent. Audio guides were very good giving a history of the palace and artifacts in the palace.
Great tour
Tony C,
Aug 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide Michael was very entertaining. He shared alot of information about the palace and the surrounding area. We had a great time with him. The inside of the palace was very impressive.
Awesome Tour
Robert W,
Aug 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Jeremey was a great guide and very knowledgeable and extremely fun to be with. His wit and passion of the local community was very infectious!
Experience was worth it....
Aaron F,
Aug 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Experience was worth it. Tour guide on the day was fun, engaging and down to earth. Certainly made the experience more of a highlight.
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