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The State Rooms at Buckingham Palace Tickets

Tour guide speaking outside Buckingham Palace during a guided tour of the State Rooms.
Buckingham Palace State Room with chandeliers and red decor.
Buckingham Palace State Room with ornate ceiling, chandeliers, and blue columns.
Buckingham Palace State Room with ornate chandeliers and regal decor.

Duration

1 hr 30 min - 2 hr 45 min

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

Guided tour

4.5/5

(3,127)

Cynthia Albert

Cynthia

Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The rooms themselves were magnificent, but what made our visit was the kindness of the wardens. We were a group of 4 frriends visiting London. In the run-up to our trip I twisted my knee exercising and my friend lifted a heavy object. We were both on meds for pain. When we heard that the tour let us leave by the gardens, we realized we would have to walk all the way around the palace and gardens to get to our next stop at The King's Gallery. The wardens arranged for us to ride a golf cart to the front gate of the palace and they let us out there reducing the amount of steps for us. They couldn't have been nicer.
Julie McCarthy

Julie

Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
I really enjoyed being able to take my time and see up close the beautiful artwork, sculptures and particularly the life sized portraits from so many years ago. It's hard to imagine living in such rich palatial surroundings. How children grow up with this being their norm. The gardens are peaceful and full of birds, and probably other wildlife. A sanctuary in the midst of a crowded busking city. I ended up buying a few things at the gift shop. The staff were very knowledgeable and eager to help.
Cindy Lehto

Cindy

Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
From the kind and helpful queue attendants to the knowledgeable salespeople in the souvenir shop, the majesty and history of the Buckingham Palace public rooms is bookended in welcoming experiences. The queue is nicely organized and there are a plethora of attendants to answer questions. We never felt rushed through the rooms and had ample time to study the art and furnishings. It was a lovely experience. Thank you for sharing this treasure with the public.
    • Enjoy walking through the State Rooms as you witness numerous masterpieces by legendary painters like Rembrandt, Canaletto, and Rubens.

    • Admire the antique French and English furniture scattered throughout the palace in the Green Drawing Room and the Ballroom.

    • Learn more about Buckingham Palace from a multilingual multimedia guide and exit to a small section of the manicured Palace Gardens that are open to the public.

    • Upgrade to see the Changing the Guard ceremony with a small group or go on an audio-guided or English-guided walking tour through the city of Westminster.

    • Entry to Buckingham Palace

    • Audio guide for Buckingham Palace in English, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, Spanish, and British Sign Language (BSL) with subtitles

    • Headsets when necessary

    Additional paid upgrades:

    • Royal London walking tour before palace entry

    • Expert English-speaking guide

    • Audio guide in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, and Chinese

    • Changing the Guard ceremony

    • Small group tour

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 4.5
    3,127 reviews

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    What our guests say

    jonathan slater

    Jonathan

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    A unique experience, well managed by palace staff for an efficient and flexible experience that allows you to linger or move on at will. Unfortunately that stands in stark contrast to Headout's customer service. Too much automation in s poorly thought out process. In total a dozen emails and not enough space here to describe the wasted time.
    Georgina Connell

    Georgina

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    A privilege to explore the beautiful State Rooms at Buckingham Palace. So much history contained in those rooms which host a wide range of both intelligent and imbecile world leaders! It's a good thing I'm not Queen as I wouldn't have the patience... but I do love a good Garden Party!
    Vikas Bhake

    Vikas

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Very well-designed self-guided tour. Audio guide has good information on all areas. Navigation through various halls is well planned . All the staff is very polite, patient and well informed to answer my questions. Unforgettable experience .
    Steve Mulvey

    Steve

    Sep 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Great day out at Buckingham Palace. Weather was great too. Communication very good with emails too on the day. Queuing wasxeast for tickets using voucher we bought. The Palace was stunning and staff very knowledgeable and friendly. Yea in the garden nice too.
    NEDAA SOBH

    Nedaa

    Sep 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Amazing experience, enjoyed every minute!! Felt like a dream with an incredible atmosphere Recommended to everyone. London is such an amazing city 😍😍😍
  • Step inside one of the world’s most iconic royal residences with exclusive access to the Buckingham Palace State Rooms. This seasonal experience offers unparalleled insight into the heart of the British monarchy.

    Getting started

    Begin your royal adventure with timed-entry access to ensure a smooth experience. Upon arrival, you’ll receive a multilingual audio guide (available in 9 languages), allowing you to explore the Palace at your own pace while absorbing stories about Britain’s rich royal history.

    What to expect

    State Rooms

    Wander through the State Rooms that serve as the official public spaces of the monarch. As you step through each ornately decorated room, your audio guide will share anecdotes and historical facts about the various monarchs who have lived there, the functions of the rooms, and the treasures housed within them.

    Features:

    • Access to the State Rooms: Explore the decorated State Rooms used for official entertaining and ceremonial events by the British Royal Family.

    • Multimedia guide: Available in 9 languages, the audio commentary provides historical context, royal stories, and architectural insights, helping bring the Palace’s regal heritage to life.

    Extras

    • Changing the Guard tour: Add a small-group tour to your experience and witness the famous Changing the Guard ceremony. Depending on your day of visit, see either the Foot Guards or the Horse Guards performing the traditional handover ritual in a 45-min display of military precision and pageantry.

    • Westminster walking tour: Choose to begin your experience with a guided walking tour of the Westminster area led by a knowledgeable English-speaking guide. Pass landmarks like St. James’s Palace, wander St. James’s Park (once home to a royal zoo), and stroll along The Mall, the ceremonial road leading up to Buckingham Palace.

  • Buckingham Palace

    Monday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Tuesday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Wednesday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Thursday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Friday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Saturday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Sunday09:30am - 07:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
  • What's not allowed

    • For safety reasons, pushchairs are not permitted in the State Rooms. They must be checked in and reclaimed at the exit. Baby carriers are available for loan.

    • A one-way system operates along the entire visitor route, so be sure to check out the attractions thoroughly as you won’t be allowed to revisit them.

    • This tour is not meant for individuals with impaired movement.

    Additional information

    • Photography and filming are allowed for private use and only in the Palace Gardens.

    • The Changing of the Foot Guards ceremony at Buckingham Palace takes place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday (subject to availability). On Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, there is no Foot Guards ceremony—instead, you'll explore Westminster on a guided walking tour. The Horse Guards may be on parade, but it's not always guaranteed.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting point

    • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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