Buckingham Palace
Explore Buckingham Palace, the elegant residence of His Majesty, on this fascinating tour. Learn more about the palace as you delve into its charming rooms filled with paintings and antique furniture.
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Visit The King's Gallery at Buckingham Palace and explore its diverse artwork and historical artifacts at your own pace.
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Explore the Gallery's new exhibition, The Edwardians: Age of Elegance, from April 11 onwards, and be amazed by the opulence of the Edwardian era.
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Learn about the tastes of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, and King George V and Queen Mary, including royal events and their personal collections.
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See over 300 objects from the Royal Collection on display, like the Dagmar Necklace, a wedding gift to Alexandra from Frederik VII of Denmark.
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Visit The King's Gallery at Buckingham Palace and explore its diverse artwork and historical artifacts at your own pace.
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Explore the Gallery's new exhibition, The Edwardians: Age of Elegance, from April 11 onwards, and be amazed by the opulence of the Edwardian era.
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Learn about the tastes of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, and King George V and Queen Mary, including royal events and their personal collections.
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See over 300 objects from the Royal Collection on display, like the Dagmar Necklace, a wedding gift to Alexandra from Frederik VII of Denmark.
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Visit three of London’s most iconic sights in one experience with Abbey entry and a walking tour covering Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.
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Explore Westminster Abbey’s nave, chapels, and cloisters while hearing about monarchs, poets, and statesmen buried beneath its famous Gothic arches.
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Walk past Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament while hearing about British politics and the tower’s world-famous clock.
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Your licensed guide speaks English, French, Spanish, or German, giving you accurate and engaging commentary tailored to your needs.
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Add extras like a guided Westminster Abbey visit, Changing the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace, or fast-track access to the Abbey.
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Visit three of London’s most iconic sights in one experience with Abbey entry and a walking tour covering Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.
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Explore Westminster Abbey’s nave, chapels, and cloisters while hearing about monarchs, poets, and statesmen buried beneath its famous Gothic arches.
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Walk past Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament while hearing about British politics and the tower’s world-famous clock.
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Your licensed guide speaks English, French, Spanish, or German, giving you accurate and engaging commentary tailored to your needs.
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Add extras like a guided Westminster Abbey visit, Changing the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace, or fast-track access to the Abbey.
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Join a small group and witness a royal tradition, the Changing the Foot Guard on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
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On Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, you’ll see the Changing the Horse Guard Ceremony on the Buckingham Palace grounds.
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Watch the Old Guard, in their vibrant red uniforms, stand at attention, as the regimental band plays a lively tune and the New Guard marches in formation.
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Take a 1.5-hour walking tour and stroll through St. James's Park while your English-speaking guide points out famous sights like the city’s oldest wine shop.
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Upgrade to enjoy a guided tour of Westminster Abbey with an expert English-speaking guide leading you.
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Join a small group and witness a royal tradition, the Changing the Foot Guard on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
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On Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, you’ll see the Changing the Horse Guard Ceremony on the Buckingham Palace grounds.
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Watch the Old Guard, in their vibrant red uniforms, stand at attention, as the regimental band plays a lively tune and the New Guard marches in formation.
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Take a 1.5-hour walking tour and stroll through St. James's Park while your English-speaking guide points out famous sights like the city’s oldest wine shop.
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Upgrade to enjoy a guided tour of Westminster Abbey with an expert English-speaking guide leading you.
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Watch the Changing the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace and then relax on a Thames cruise, sipping afternoon tea for a perfect British experience.
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See Buckingham Palace's grand exteriors and spot other royal attractions like St. Paul’s and Big Ben as you cruise the Thames.
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Feel like a real Londoner as you explore sights on your 1.5-hour guided walking tour of Westminster and enjoy a proper British tea with scones on the river.
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Don't just see the sights, understand them! With commentary, live or recorded, you'll get the inside scoop on both the British traditions and experiences.
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Watch the Changing the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace and then relax on a Thames cruise, sipping afternoon tea for a perfect British experience.
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See Buckingham Palace's grand exteriors and spot other royal attractions like St. Paul’s and Big Ben as you cruise the Thames.
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Feel like a real Londoner as you explore sights on your 1.5-hour guided walking tour of Westminster and enjoy a proper British tea with scones on the river.
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Don't just see the sights, understand them! With commentary, live or recorded, you'll get the inside scoop on both the British traditions and experiences.
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Immerse yourself in a 1.5-hour guided walking tour around Buckingham Palace, and witness the Changing the Guard ceremony with an expert guide.
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Learn more about the traditions of the iconic guards in their distinctive red uniforms and bearskin hats.
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Go on a captivating journey through history at the Tower of London, where you'll marvel at the dazzling Crown Jewels, symbols of royal power.
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Explore The White Tower, a fortress witness to centuries of royal history, delve into the intriguing Medieval Palace, and visit the chilling Bloody Tower.
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Immerse yourself in a 1.5-hour guided walking tour around Buckingham Palace, and witness the Changing the Guard ceremony with an expert guide.
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Learn more about the traditions of the iconic guards in their distinctive red uniforms and bearskin hats.
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Go on a captivating journey through history at the Tower of London, where you'll marvel at the dazzling Crown Jewels, symbols of royal power.
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Explore The White Tower, a fortress witness to centuries of royal history, delve into the intriguing Medieval Palace, and visit the chilling Bloody Tower.
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Enjoy a hassle-free sightseeing experience in London with exclusive access to 90+ attractions scattered across the city.
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The London Pass® makes visiting top attractions like the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Kensington Palace and more super easy, saving you up to 55%.
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Level up your experience with the London Pass Plus and access 4 additional sights like Madame Tussauds and the London Eye, for the ultimate London experience.
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Pick from 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 10-day London passes depending on your itinerary and enjoy 1 year validity from the date of purchase.
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Just scan your London pass at the first attraction, and it's activated and you can then redeem your credits over the number of calendar days purchased.
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Enjoy a hassle-free sightseeing experience in London with exclusive access to 90+ attractions scattered across the city.
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The London Pass® makes visiting top attractions like the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Kensington Palace and more super easy, saving you up to 55%.
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Level up your experience with the London Pass Plus and access 4 additional sights like Madame Tussauds and the London Eye, for the ultimate London experience.
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Pick from 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 10-day London passes depending on your itinerary and enjoy 1 year validity from the date of purchase.
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Just scan your London pass at the first attraction, and it's activated and you can then redeem your credits over the number of calendar days purchased.
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Get ready for an amazing London adventure with the London Explorer Pass which covers 90+ attractions, tours, and experiences with maximum savings.
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Unlock up to 50% savings on admission tickets for iconic attractions such as The Tower of London, Up At The O2, and Tower Bridge.
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Explore the best of London including Kew Gardens, Westminster Abbey, and other prime attractions.
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Enjoy the flexibility of picking from different passes offering entry to 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions in London, with a validity of 30 days from first use.
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Get ready for an amazing London adventure with the London Explorer Pass which covers 90+ attractions, tours, and experiences with maximum savings.
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Unlock up to 50% savings on admission tickets for iconic attractions such as The Tower of London, Up At The O2, and Tower Bridge.
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Explore the best of London including Kew Gardens, Westminster Abbey, and other prime attractions.
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Enjoy the flexibility of picking from different passes offering entry to 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions in London, with a validity of 30 days from first use.
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Delve into a thousand years of history with expert-led entry to the Tower of London, then glide along the River Thames with a flexible cruise.
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Get an up-close view of the world-famous Crown Jewels and uncover tales of treachery and power as your expert guide shares the stories behind the Tower.
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See panoramic views of London’s most famous riverside landmarks, from the majestic Tower Bridge to Big Ben and beyond, on your cruise.
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Enjoy a more intimate, interactive experience with a small group size, making it easy to ask questions, hear your guide clearly, and get the most out of every moment.
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Choose the early-access experience for a chance to see the Opening Ceremony or view the Changing the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace.
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Delve into a thousand years of history with expert-led entry to the Tower of London, then glide along the River Thames with a flexible cruise.
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Get an up-close view of the world-famous Crown Jewels and uncover tales of treachery and power as your expert guide shares the stories behind the Tower.
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See panoramic views of London’s most famous riverside landmarks, from the majestic Tower Bridge to Big Ben and beyond, on your cruise.
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Enjoy a more intimate, interactive experience with a small group size, making it easy to ask questions, hear your guide clearly, and get the most out of every moment.
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Choose the early-access experience for a chance to see the Opening Ceremony or view the Changing the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace.
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Travel comfortably to Buckingham Palace on a luxury coach and enjoy a sightseeing experience of London’s best highlights along the way.
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Experience the iconic pageantry of the Changing of the Guard Ceremony as the King's elite guards perform a synchronized march that will captivate you.
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Gain a deeper appreciation for the ceremony with the audio headset as your guide provides expert commentary about the history and traditions.
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Upgrade and indulge your senses with a relaxing cruise on the Thames, or a quintessentially British afternoon tea at the Rubens, overlooking Buckingham Palace.
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Fun fact: Mascots like the Irish Guard's Seamus, the Royal Regiment of Scotland's Cruachan the Pony, and the Mercian Regiment's Ram add charm to ceremonial events.
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Travel comfortably to Buckingham Palace on a luxury coach and enjoy a sightseeing experience of London’s best highlights along the way.
-
Experience the iconic pageantry of the Changing of the Guard Ceremony as the King's elite guards perform a synchronized march that will captivate you.
-
Gain a deeper appreciation for the ceremony with the audio headset as your guide provides expert commentary about the history and traditions.
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Upgrade and indulge your senses with a relaxing cruise on the Thames, or a quintessentially British afternoon tea at the Rubens, overlooking Buckingham Palace.
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Fun fact: Mascots like the Irish Guard's Seamus, the Royal Regiment of Scotland's Cruachan the Pony, and the Mercian Regiment's Ram add charm to ceremonial events.
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About Buckingham Palace
Since its construction in 1703 for the Duke of Buckingham, Buckingham Palace has reigned as the official abode of the British monarch since 1837. The palace serves as the center of administrative activities for the monarchy, hosting a number of official ceremonies and events. Visitors are invited to explore the exquisite interiors and architecture, showcasing the palace's grandeur and history. Boasting an astounding 775 rooms, Buckingham Palace is definitely a must-visit on your trip to London.
Why visit Buckingham Palace?
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North-centre Gate
This is the regularly used entrance gates into Buckingham Palace for visitors.

Centre Gates
Centre gates are not used on a daily basis, instead it is only opened for ceremonial purposes.
- Limited guided tours of the State Rooms are available from October, 2025 to May, 2026.
Toilets are located in the garden of Buckingham Palace.
Nursing is welcome anywhere within Buckingham Palace.
Buckingham Palace and Gardens, including the State Rooms, are wheelchair accessible.
Service animals are welcome into the palace.
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