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2 hours 30 minutes
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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.
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Headsets where appropriate
Guided walking tour
Audio guide for Buckingham Palace
Entrance ticket for Buckingham Palace
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up/drop-off
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.
Buckingham Palace Ticket with Royal London Walking Tour
169 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Sierra B,
Jul 18, 2025
- Viator
If you aren’t lucky enough to grab tickets from the Buckingham Palace website before they’re sold out, it’s definitely worth buying them here even with the marked up price. I highly recommend everyone to tour this gem of a Palace. From the floor to the ceiling, it is immaculately decorated with very fine details. They have art dating back to the 1300s. No pictures are allowed, be respectful. At then end of the tour they have a cafe where you can get something to eat and relax. A short walk across the garden, there is a bathroom/water station and a souvenir store. To exit the grounds, you walk down a path just beyond the store. Take your time and take in all of the beauty, it really is a magical place. My only issue was that we were a little late to the tour, so they wouldn’t let us in. It’s crazy they have no flexibility knowing that many people do run late. However, they did move our tour to another date so I was thankful for that considering how the ticket is 3x more expensive than getting them directly from BP. Here’s a tip, and something that other people did that I should have done myself. They do a guided tour to the Palace doors which takes about an hour. If you’re running behind, find your group walking on the street before they’re get to the Palace entrance. They can check you in as they walk up to the entry or when you get to the Palace entry. Once they go inside then you’re out of luck and should call to reschedule.
Valerie B,
Jul 17, 2025
- Viator
Louise was great! Funny and informative on the way to Buckingham Palace. Then self guided audio tour inside which was great
Kelly M,
Jul 17, 2025
- Viator
Loved getting a look inside Buckingham Palace and the walking tour prior was very informative. Our guide was very knowledgeable and funny!
David S,
Jul 17, 2025
- Viator
The tour guide was only with you for a short time then you were on you own she was good and well informed enjoyed
Rajiv E,
Jul 16, 2025
- Viator
This tour operator is very disorganized and booked way too many people on the tour. Best just to book the palace tour directly with the palace.
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