Duration
Audio guide
Guided tour
4.5/5
(3,126)
Carole
Cynthia
Michael
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Enjoy walking through the State Rooms as you witness numerous masterpieces by legendary painters like Rembrandt, Canaletto, and Rubens.
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Admire the antique French and English furniture scattered throughout the palace in the Green Drawing Room and the Ballroom.
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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.
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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.
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Entry to Buckingham Palace
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Audio guide for Buckingham Palace in English, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, Spanish, and British Sign Language (BSL) with subtitles
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Headsets when necessary
Additional paid upgrades:
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Royal London walking tour before palace entry
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Audio guide in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, and Chinese
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Changing the Guard ceremony
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Small group tour
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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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:
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Access to the State Rooms: Explore the decorated State Rooms used for official entertaining and ceremonial events by the British Royal Family.
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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
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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.
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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.
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What's not allowed
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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.
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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.
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This tour is not meant for individuals with impaired movement.
Additional information
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Photography and filming are allowed for private use and only in the Palace Gardens.
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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.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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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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