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Highlights
- Experience masterpieces by legendary painters such as Rembrandt, Canaletto, and Rubens while exploring the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace.
- Explore antique French and English furniture in locations like the Green Drawing Room and the Ballroom within the palace.
- Learn about Buckingham Palace with a multilingual multimedia guide and access to a section of the manicured Palace Gardens open to visitors.
- Choose an upgrade to witness the Changing the Guard ceremony with a small group or take part in an audio-guided or English-speaking guided tour through Westminster.
Your Experience
Discover one of the world's most iconic royal residences with exclusive access to the Buckingham Palace State Rooms. This seasonal experience provides unparalleled insight into the heart of the British monarchy.
Getting started
Your journey begins with timed-entry tickets, ensuring a smooth visit upon arrival. You'll receive an audio guide available in 9 languages, allowing you to explore on your own schedule while learning about Britain's rich royal history through fascinating stories and insights.
State Rooms
Explore the State Rooms that serve as the official public spaces of the monarch. As you move from room to room, each ornately decorated space reveals anecdotes and historical facts shared by your audio guide about past monarchs, their functions, and treasures within these rooms.
- Access to the State Rooms: Discover the beautifully adorned State Rooms used for official entertaining and ceremonial events hosted by the British Royal Family.
- Multimedia Guide: The audio commentary is available in 9 languages, offering historical context, royal stories, and architectural insights that bring the Palace’s regal heritage to life.
Extras (Optional)
- Add a small-group Changing the Guard tour for an opportunity to witness either the Foot Guards or Horse Guards performing the traditional handover ritual. This 45-minute display of military precision and pageantry varies depending on your visit day.
- Start with a guided walking tour in Westminster, led by an English-speaking guide. Explore landmarks such as St. James’s Palace, stroll through St. James’s Park (once home to a royal zoo), and walk along The Mall, the ceremonial road leading up to Buckingham Palace.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Entry to Buckingham Palace
- Audio guide for Buckingham Palace available in English, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, Spanish, and British Sign Language (BSL) with subtitles. Headsets provided 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
- Personal expenses
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Must Know
- Upon arrival at Buckingham Palace, you'll receive a multilingual audio guide to explore the State Rooms on your own schedule.
- A one-way system is in place throughout the visitor route; make sure to thoroughly enjoy each attraction as revisits are not allowed.
- Pushchairs must be checked in and reclaimed at the exit, but baby carriers can be borrowed for convenience during your visit.
- Photography and filming are permitted only within the Palace Gardens for private use; please respect this rule while enjoying the gardens.
Ticket Delivery
- 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.
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.
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Booking FAQs
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.
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.
Security checks are mandatory for entry; the ticket provides no option to bypass them.
Yes, you can take photos and film privately within the State Rooms.
Pushchairs are not allowed inside and must be checked in; baby carriers are available. Be aware of bag rules at security checks.
Timed-entry tickets ensure a smooth experience, but it's best to adhere closely to your allocated time slot.
The ticket includes access to the iconic State Rooms and an opportunity to exit into the public section of the Palace Gardens.
You'll see masterpieces by Rembrandt, Canaletto, Rubens, and explore antique furniture in rooms like the Green Drawing Room and Ballroom.
Your ticket includes entry, access to the State Rooms, and a multilingual audio guide available in nine languages including BSL with subtitles. Headsets are provided when necessary.
Your booking includes 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 necessaryAdditional paid upgrades:, and Royal London walking tour before palace entry.
The experience is listed as 45-min.
Enjoy walking through the State Rooms as you witness numerous masterpieces by legendary painters like Rembrandt, Canaletto, and Rubens.
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