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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Comfortable travel by air-conditioned coach
Entry to Windsor Castle
Expert local guide
Entry to Buckingham Palace & the State Rooms (summer opening only)
Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
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
Reviews
229 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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.
Instead, Uber
April R,
Jul 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00It’s rather expensive for just a bus ride to the locations. Just uber. No guide, just a “here ya are, grab a headset and someone else will pick you up at 1:00”. Driver on the way back reeked of cigarette smoke and let us stand in the rain for 35-40 minutes before letting us in the coach. Just awful. You also meet at a bus station that’s equal to the ghetto of Harlem.
Terrible TOUR and not worth the Price
William C,
Jul 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00The tour states that you have a local expert guide to go into Windsor with you and Buckingham palace. This is not the case he just speaks on the bus about random things not about the history of either place. You are left on a long line and have to use a an audio guide which is not helpful. You can go to both places with a taxi or an uber and pay for admission yourself for much less money. Viator refunded one of the families on the tour but not us. They didn’t care. We have used Viator in many different countries and for a few years and we are extremely disappointed with their false advertising and lack of concern.
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