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Guided tour
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Design your own royal visit to Buckingham Palace by prebooking entry to one palace attraction and exploring at a relaxed pace with a rich, multilingual multimedia guide.
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Step inside the 19 lavish State Rooms (open Jul 9-Sept 27) used for official events. Marvel at the White Drawing Room, the Throne Room, and masterworks from the Royal Collection.
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Visit the working royal stables (open Mar 5-Nov 1) to see the Gold State Coach and the Windsor Greys that lead The King's most important processions.
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Upgrade your visit by adding a Changing the Guard tour that includes entry to Buckingham Palace State Rooms or a 1.5-hour Westminster walking tour.
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Entry to the State Rooms from July 9 to September 27, 2026 (as per option chosen)
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Entry to the Royal Mews from March 5 to November 1, 2026 (as per option chosen)
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Multimedia guide in English, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, Spanish, and British Sign Language (BSL) with subtitles
Additional paid upgrades:
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Changing the Guard tour
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1.5-hour walking tour of Westminster
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Small group tour
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You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Experience the heart of the British monarchy with a flexible ticket that lets you tailor your visit to your specific interests. Whether you are drawn to the architectural grandeur of the palace or the historic tradition of state travel, this ticket grants you access to one of two distinct areas of the Buckingham Palace estate.
Getting started
On the day of your visit, go straight to the entrance of the experience you have selected, such as the Buckingham Palace State Rooms or the Royal Mews. Present your ticket for the chosen option and pass through the standard security checks. Collect your multimedia or audio guide, then begin exploring at your own pace.
What to expect
State Rooms
Step inside the working royal residence and access the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace, open for a limited season each year (July 9 to September 27, 2026).
Features:
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Palatial rooms: Walk through the State Rooms, which are used by the royal family for official ceremonies and receptions, and see how the palace functions as a working residence.
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Insightful commentary: Use the multimedia guide, available in English, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, Spanish, and British Sign Language (BSL) with subtitles, to learn about each room as you go.
Royal Mews
Head to the Royal Mews (March 5 to November 1, 2026), the working stables that support the royal household’s ceremonial and official transport.
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Royal transport: View the Golden State Carriage, used for coronations, along with other royal carriages and vehicles that play a role in major state occasions.
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Stables and horses: See the royal stables area, where the horses that draw the coaches are based for official duties.
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Curated insights: Follow the multimedia guide in one of 9 languages to understand how the Mews operates day to day and during large ceremonial events.
Extras
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Changing the Guard tour: Combine State Rooms access with an introduction to one of London’s best-known ceremonies as you follow the route of the guards as they take part in the handover ceremony, observing the precision and pageantry of the event.
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Westminster walking tour: Go on a 1.5-hour walking tour of Westminster and cover Buckingham Palace and Big Ben, then see the Changing the Guard ceremony in a small-group English-guided tour.
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What’s not allowed
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Alcohol, drones, bicycles, folding bikes, roller-skates, skateboards, large luggage, and backpacks are not allowed on this experience.
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Eating and drinking are not permitted inside the State Rooms, Royal Mews, or The King’s Gallery.
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Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
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Mobile phones must be switched off while inside The King’s Gallery.
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Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Accessibility
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This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
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Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
Additional information
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All visitors will be subject to airport-style security checks.
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Tickets booked through Headout cannot be converted into a 1-Year Pass.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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