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2 hours
Paper ticket
Visitors to the Summer Opening of Buckingham Palace will see the White Drawing Room, perhaps the most beautiful of all the State Rooms with its spectacular crystal chandelier, the Ballroom, where the State Banquet is held on the occasion of a State Visit, and the Throne Room, which was the setting for the official portraits from the Coronation of Their Majesties The King and Queen.
Following a visit, the Palace's Garden Café offers the perfect location to enjoy a selection of light refreshments while taking in panoramic views of the lake across the lawn, before visiting the Garden
Shop.
The King’s Tour Artists: From 10 July – 28 September 2025
Also, this summer, visitors will be able to view ‘The King’s Tour Artists’ in the Ballroom of Buckingham Palace. This special exhibition is part of a visit to the Summer Opening of the State Rooms, featuring over 70 works of art from His Majesty's own collection, many on
public display for the first time.
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Bags larger than 45cm x 20cm x 30cm cannot be taken into the Palace. Luggage storage can be found nearby, including at Victoria Station
If you require a step-free access route, you must book directly with Royal Collection Trust
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Audio-Guide
Entrance Ticket
Food & Drinks
Pick-up & Drop-off
1 year pass
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace serves as the official London residence of His Majesty The King and is one of the few remaining working royal palaces in the world today. Each summer when the Palace is not being used in its official capacity, visitors can enjoy the magnificent State Rooms that provide the setting for ceremonial occasions and official entertaining by members of the Royal Family. The rooms are furnished with many of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection, including paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens and Van Dyck, sculpture by Canova, exquisite examples of Sèvres porcelain, and some of the finest English and French furniture in the world.
69 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Zoraida W,
Aug 17, 2025
- Viator
This was again a situation where the tour guide was nowhere. We were able to use our vouchers and get the tickets to enter. They provide headsets that tell you what you’re looking at. So, did this tour on our own, but it was great. Get there very early to find your guide because no one there knows what’s going on.
Patricia C,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
Easy to do on your own. It can get a bit hot in some of the rooms. But overall a wonderful experience.
Emma P,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
Well organised by staff. Lovely friendly staff at the palace and gardens to help with any questions.
Cynthia B,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
I would definitely recommend that you pay a visit to see the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace when in London. There are approximately 17 rooms open to the public and they are amazing to see. So much history and opulence to behold it was jaw dropping especially the artwork on the walls. Loved seeing the ballroom where the banquets are held. So very glad we booked it.
Peter D,
Aug 2, 2025
- Viator
The great experience and artwork was phenomenal, really enjoyed the tour. Great time seeing the gardens real experience. I recommend it highly.
Operated by The Royal Collection Trust