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Buckingham Palace Tickets & Guided Tours
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- Catch the Changing of the Foot Guards or Changing of the Horse Guard Ceremony at Buckingham Palace, depending on the day of your visit, with a small group.
- Witness the Old Guard, in their vibrant red uniforms, being replaced by the New Guard in a formal ceremony as the regimental band plays a lively tune.
- Go on a 1.5-hour walking tour and stroll through St. James's Park, the Mall, and St. James's Palace, hearing stories from your English-speaking guide.
- Upgrade your tickets to get skip-the-line entry into Westminster Abbey, a World Heritage Site that has witnessed multiple coronations and royal weddings.
- Catch the Changing of the Foot Guards or Changing of the Horse Guard Ceremony at Buckingham Palace, depending on the day of your visit, with a small group.
- Witness the Old Guard, in their vibrant red uniforms, being replaced by the New Guard in a formal ceremony as the regimental band plays a lively tune.
- Go on a 1.5-hour walking tour and stroll through St. James's Park, the Mall, and St. James's Palace, hearing stories from your English-speaking guide.
- Upgrade your tickets to get skip-the-line entry into Westminster Abbey, a World Heritage Site that has witnessed multiple coronations and royal weddings.
Inclusions
- Changing of the Guard Ceremony outside Buckingham Palace
- Expert English-speaking tour guide
- Small group tour
- 1.5-hour walking tour around Buckingham Palace (as per option selected)
- Skip-the-line entry to Westminster Abbey (as per option selected)
- Audio headsets
- Tip: Try to stand somewhere close to the Buckingham Palace Gate to get the best views of the Changing of the Guard Ceremony.
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
- Changing of the Foot Guards Ceremony takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
- Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Mara
Dec 2024Verified booking
Our guide was very caring. The way the tour was conducted was eventful and exciting. Would do a tour with Natalie again and again. Thank you!
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Samuel
Dec 2024Verified booking
The tour guide was well knowledgeable and in the times when nothing was happening at the changing of the guard, he kept us informed. I totally appreciated the story of the man that broke in and was with the queen, and the fact that she understood him and greeted him well.... amazing story, I'm sure it was an event.
Matthew
Dec 2024Verified booking
Kateryna our guide was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and a great sense of humour, engaged everyone in the group. She also knew the best vantage points during the changing of the guard.
Silke
Dec 2024Verified booking
Our guide Kevin was an English original and was full of heart and wit! Very entertaining and amusing! A real experience: simply top!
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Jose
Nov 2024Verified booking
I would never be able to understand what was happening nor figure out which way to go without a guide. She was awesome, very nice with a great spirit and sense of humor and explained in details each part of the tour. I definitely recommend.
Malgorzata
Nov 2024Verified booking
Very nice guide. The trip met our expectations: a small group, some knowledge, some humor, the opportunity to take fantastic photos. I recommend
Amanda
Oct 2024Verified booking
A guided tour for the changing of the guards was definitely the way to go! Our guide knew exactly where to go to get the best views and was very knowledgeable.
Jörg
Oct 2024Verified booking
The guide was very good and there was plenty of information about Buckingham Palace and the changing of the guard. Unfortunately a group of four who were late for another group aggressively joined us. The guide was furious and eventually gave in and took the group away. I thought that was outrageous. After half an hour, the four of them were suddenly gone, with equipment including earphones. As if that was planned? Nevertheless, the guide was great and did a good job.
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Thérèse
Oct 2024Verified booking
The lecturer was perfect, very friendly, and her articulation of English very understandable, with anecdotes. She took us to the best places to get a good look at the horseguards.
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Danielle
Oct 2024Verified booking
Adrian, our guide, was enthusiastic and gave a lot of information. A great experience, I highly recommend it.
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Katharina
Oct 2024Verified booking
Our guide Marilyn did a great job on the tour 👍🏼 Unfortunately, the booking states that it is a tour "through Buckingham Palace". However, this was not the case. You walk from the Monument of York to the Palace, but do not enter the Palace itself. Nevertheless, the tour was very interesting.
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Camille
Oct 2024Verified booking
We were able to enjoy all the best moments of the shift up close thanks to the guide's excellent knowledge. Aron was a perfect guide who took us to the best spots and explained a lot about traditions, the history of the guard, the history of certain characters in the monarchy. I loved it, and so did my son (8). Great mix of knowledge, humor and pedagogy!
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Amy
Sep 2024Verified booking
It was great. I loved that the guy leading the toor was very excited and took usbto the best spots to see the changing of the guard. Would highly recommend Raf
Daniah
Sep 2024Verified booking
It was a really nice experience, it is a captivating ceremonial display of British tradition. With its precision, colorful uniforms, and rhythmic music, it draws large crowds, offering a unique glimpse into royal pageantry.
Leonard
Sep 2024Verified booking
Unable to get tickets without internet and this caused problems. Natalie our guide for the changing of the guard was excellent. I would recommend her to anyone.
Babette
Aug 2024Verified booking
sophie, our guide was super good, always took us to the best places, we were able to see and experience everything. thank you!
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Elaine
Aug 2024Verified booking
Our guide knew where and when to stand for seeing the guards. We enjoyed the stories - both historical and light hearted. I would have liked to have heard more of the guards playing but then we would have missed out hearing more from the guide.
Caroline
Jul 2024Verified booking
Jeremy, our guide for the Changing of the Guards, was excellent!! We were able to see the band and the Guards from a few vantage points which was fun. Jeremy also was full of intereting information about Buckingham Palace and the surrounding parks and palace. I would highly recomment taking this tour.
XENI
Jul 2024Verified booking
Michael was an excellent guide and we were all amazed by his knowledge and the way he described everything to us. Unfortunately we couldn't experience the change of the guard
Yasmin
Jul 2024Verified booking
Ou4 guide (Sophie) was amazing. Knowledgable, personal and funny. She made the history lessons so entertaining that even our 14 year old girls enjoyed the expreince very much. Thank you.
Denise
Jul 2024Verified booking
Our guide was pleasant and knowledgeable. Lots of history learned and the changing of the guard ceremony was a really cool experience.
Ingrid
Jul 2024Verified booking
Lee was a fantastic guide with tons of knowledge and funny guy. He got us to see perfect timing of all the steps of changing of the guard.
Gamblin
Jun 2024Verified booking
Our guide Sophie was very dynamic and pleasant. Always available to answer questions. Lots of information punctuated by a pleasant touch of humor. Having a guide to introduce us to the changing of the guard was a plus that put us in a good position. Tickets for the Tower of London purchased in advance allowed us to get on with the day.
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Jennifer
Jun 2024Verified booking
I can't say enough now amazing Louise was as our tour guide for changing of the guards! She was extremely knowledgeable, witty, and so much fun! We had the best spots to see everything! Thank you Louise!
Tom
Jun 2024Verified booking
Lee was an incredible tour guide who was incredibly knowledgable about the various sights we saw throughtout the tour, and ensured that the entire group stayed together. Could not have asked for a better experience.
Buckingham Palace's state rooms are closed!
The Buckingham palace state rooms are shut as of now (they're only open from July to September) but do take the time to discover other parts of the palace like the Mews and the King's Gallery.
- Dive into Britain's rich history with this 4-hour, small-group, English, German, or French guided tour of Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace.
- Skip-the-line tickets mean no waiting around at Westminster Abbey, spend more time exploring this architectural wonder and its royal heritage.
- Be awed by the beauty of Lady Chapel, called ‘the wonder of the world’ by 16th-century historian John Leland, and check out the Coronation Chair.
- Stroll through the streets of Westminster, and visit the exteriors of Buckingham Palace as your English-speaking guide regales you with interesting stories.
- Marvel at the Big Ben, a sign of Parliament and democracy, and explore the Buckingham Palace Gardens where you can see a tennis court, summer house, and more.
- Dive into Britain's rich history with this 4-hour, small-group, English, German, or French guided tour of Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace.
- Skip-the-line tickets mean no waiting around at Westminster Abbey, spend more time exploring this architectural wonder and its royal heritage.
- Be awed by the beauty of Lady Chapel, called ‘the wonder of the world’ by 16th-century historian John Leland, and check out the Coronation Chair.
- Stroll through the streets of Westminster, and visit the exteriors of Buckingham Palace as your English-speaking guide regales you with interesting stories.
- Marvel at the Big Ben, a sign of Parliament and democracy, and explore the Buckingham Palace Gardens where you can see a tennis court, summer house, and more.
Inclusions
- 4-hour guided tour of Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace
- Skip-the-line tickets to Westminster Abbey
- Licensed English, German, or French-speaking guide (as per option selected)
- Walking tour of the city of Westminster
- Small group of max 20 people
Exclusions
- Entry to Buckingham Palace
- Entry to Big Ben
- Tip: While exploring Westminster Abbey, make sure to visit the famous Poets' Corner. You'll find memorials to notable literary figures like Geoffrey Chaucer and Charles Dickens.
- Keep in mind large suitcases and bulky items are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
- Safety is a priority so guests under 17 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over.
- While there is no strictly enforced dress code, please note that the Abbey is a place of worship, and it is better to be dressed modestly
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Borrome
Dec 2024Verified booking
The guide was really knowledgeable and provided great insights on History and renowned people. He gave us also a lot of tips on things to do/to see. I definitely recommend !
Elaine
Nov 2024Verified booking
Lots and lots of information given Guide (Lucy ) was very knowledgeable. With a good sense of humour Was able to keep the groups attention for the while of the tour Did not rush to the end
LUCILLE
Nov 2024Verified booking
We had a great time on our tour of Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. Our guide was clearly very experienced and knowledgeable. She led us around the Abbey and kept us together as we all admired our beautiful surroundings. We were always entertained as she gave us lots of information about the abbey. The walk to Buckingham Palace was also a great way to get in steps while also being kept well informed. My husband and I really liked the tour.
kevin
Nov 2024Verified booking
Natasha was a very knowledgeable tour guide and answer plenty of our questions the Abby was so beautiful given us plenty of time to look around and telling us the history of the place
Paul
Oct 2024Verified booking
Cannot say enough good things about our tour giude Natalia Holden. She was delightful from the first minute. She knew everyone, and got us in to some very interesting places not on the tour. Highly recommend. Paul T
Maureen
Oct 2024Verified booking
We liked the whole tour that our super guide gave us. Very friendly and pleasant, she explained everything in detail. Highly recommended
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Laura
Oct 2024Verified booking
Lucy was a wonderful tour guide. She was very knowledgeable, witty, and kept us on a perfect pace to be able to take photos and the most opportune time and in the best locations. She was pleasant and open to answer any questions the group had as we walked from our locations.
Susan
Oct 2024Verified booking
The Abbey is an amazing place, our guide Lucy was really knowledgeable and great fun and ensured that we learnt many important and funfacts while we were there
Karsten
Oct 2024Verified booking
We had a great time with Natascha, she knows exactly where to be at the right time to get best Fotos and views before the crowd is coming. She was especially kind towards our children and explained everything very good and understandable even for our 12 year old son ( we are from Germany) Thank you very much!
Alexandria
Oct 2024Verified booking
Our ticketing experience was easy. We booked the night before the tour. Our guide was Mila and she did an excellent job. We enjoyed the sites and stories. An wonderful value!
Chris
Sep 2024Verified booking
Alexandra was a very knowledgeable tour guide and made the whole experience amazing! Thank you so much top notch experience and would highly recommend - regards Chris
Agatha
Sep 2024Verified booking
Mila was a lovely tour guide Very knowledgeable and organised. A pleasure to meet her. Unfortunately the weather was not cooperative for the walking to Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.
Symon
Sep 2024Verified booking
Lucy was a brilliant tour guide, unbelievably knowledgeable with a great sense of humour and extra tips about London must-sees. Highly recommend.
Trent
Sep 2024Verified booking
Our tour guide was extraordinary. She was positive, extremely knowledgable and very interactive. Easily the best guided tour I have ever done anywhere in the world!
Mary
Aug 2024Verified booking
The tour guide was very knowledgeable. Too bad we missed the first part of the tour as we came 5 minutes late. If the other tour guide that we asked pointed us to the right direction we would have made it.
Ahmet
Aug 2024Verified booking
Our tour guide Gabriel Small Remark: The name of the tour is misleading I thought we will be visiting inside of Big Ben and Buckingham as well as we did for Abbey
Johannes
Aug 2024Verified booking
The German guide Ulrich provided very clear information about the English royal family. He also made a great effort to allow me to take part in his tour even though I wasn't on his list.
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Ronald
Aug 2024Verified booking
I like it when the tour guide is loaded up with lots of interesting facts and has has a light-hearted joke thrown in here and there.
Ronald
Aug 2024Verified booking
The guide, whose name is Dan, was excellent. I like it when tour guides are loaded with lots of knowledge and injects a joke in there now and again. Great guy Perfect!
Brianne
Jul 2024Verified booking
Our tour was booked unknowingly on a day when the monarch was visiting parliament. We couldn't get over to Big Ben or buckingham. Our tour guide Lucy made the absolute best of it, however, and gave us a wonderful tour of the Abbey and then found a way to get us through road closures and over to St. James's park where we lined the roadway (front and centre) to see the King! What an experience. She could have decided to tour the Abbey and then let us go, but she was determined to make this shortfall a win for us. We loved her commentary and knowledge of the area, she was 7/5 stars!!
Vladimir
Jul 2024Verified booking
You claimed guided excurtion to Parlament, Big Ben and Buckingham palce when it is only excurtion to Abbey. Looks like cheating
Zandra
Jul 2024Verified booking
The checkout of experience was easy and having the app was an added bonus to be able to get a reminders and pecific details of the pick up locations. Also, the experience that I and my family had on the Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, and Oxford tour with Simon our guide and Patrick the driver was fabulous. Simon’s historical insights are great for trivia questions, and we learned some interesting facts on the origins of certain names and idioms. He also entertained us with his witty remarks. Patrick was a responsible and courteous driver. Thank you!
Flávia
Jul 2024Verified booking
I loved the guide: Mila. She speaks a very clear and compreensive english, easy to understand. In adittion, she is very kind.
RENAUX
Jun 2024Verified booking
Our guide was really great, even though we weren't English we were able to follow the tour without any problems. Thanks again for his service.
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Arthur
Jun 2024Verified booking
I really enoyed Natalia's guide. She made the experience so much better by telling us about the history and culture evolving Westminster Abbey and the monarchy.
- Discover hidden treasures at The King's Gallery (closes on 6th Oct and re-opens on 1st Nov) and treat yourself to a wide-ranging assortment of art.
- Go on a visual feast as the Gallery opens with its new exhibition, Drawing the Italian Renaissance, which showcases the raw beauty of this transformative era.
- Immerse yourself in 160 extraordinary pieces of art from the Royal Collection by iconic artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael.
- Marvel at Raphael's "The Three Graces," a timeless symbol of beauty and grace. Then, journey back to 1550 with Titian's captivating "An Ostrich."
- Join three talented artists from the Royal Drawing School on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays as they create stunning works and try your hand at art.
- Discover hidden treasures at The King's Gallery (closes on 6th Oct and re-opens on 1st Nov) and treat yourself to a wide-ranging assortment of art.
- Go on a visual feast as the Gallery opens with its new exhibition, Drawing the Italian Renaissance, which showcases the raw beauty of this transformative era.
- Immerse yourself in 160 extraordinary pieces of art from the Royal Collection by iconic artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael.
- Marvel at Raphael's "The Three Graces," a timeless symbol of beauty and grace. Then, journey back to 1550 with Titian's captivating "An Ostrich."
- Join three talented artists from the Royal Drawing School on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays as they create stunning works and try your hand at art.
Inclusions
- Entry into the King’s Gallery
- Multimedia guide in English
- Tip: Don't miss Michelangelo's iconic The Virgin and Child with the young St John which will be on display.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- All visitors will be subject to airport-style security checks.
- Prams/strollers will need to be left in a designated area at very busy times. In such circumstances, baby carriers and hip seats are available at no cost, subject to availability
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 36 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Stephanie
Sep 2024Verified booking
Staff were so accommodating in terms of the coats and backpacks we brought along. We were shown the cloakroom. There were smiles all round.
MUSHTAQ
Jul 2024Verified booking
It was an amazing experience, the staff are so welcoming and genuinely helpful , thank you all for the lovely experience
Annika
Jul 2024Verified booking
It was exciting to learn about the history of the English royal family. However, it was almost exclusively photographs, which is not how it was presented online. We therefore expected something different.
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Andrew
Jul 2024Verified booking
Excellent layout that you could actually comfortably move about. Not oversold so easy to view exhibits. The reason I rated as excellent was due to the staff. Friendly, polite and helpful. Please relay these comments to them. Thank you.
Melissa
Jun 2024Verified booking
Our trip to Buckingham Palace and the Changing of the Guards was an amazing experience. Nathalie, our guide was funny, incredibly knowledgeable and made sure we had the best spots to see all the action! I highly recommend this tour and if you have Nathlie as your guide you're in luck!! Great experience!!
Helena
Feb 2024Verified booking
The experience was amazing! Just know it tells you that you must print out the ticket, what that means is that you must go inside and the show the staff your tickets and they will print them for you!
John
Dec 2024Verified booking
Head out good. Enjoyed talking to resident artist. Learned about this art form.
Kiana
Oct 2024Verified booking
I thought the ticket was to get in the palace.
Jacqueline
Aug 2024Verified booking
The availability of tickets at such short notice. This has been an AMAZING experience Thank you.
Abraham
Aug 2024Verified booking
Counter staff said, it's included with garden...but we didn't get any garden entry.
Sally
Jul 2024Verified booking
It was sweet, but I didn't realize it was just photos of the royal family.
Veronika
Jun 2024Verified booking
It was really interesting to listen stories from photographers.
Don
May 2024Verified booking
It's very nice and big. There's a lot to explore and learn.
Ian
Mar 2024Verified booking
The artwork was amazing and stories were very interesting. Thanks for the opportunity.
Jean
Jan 2024Verified booking
Great exhibition but needed a guide
CELIA
Jan 2024Verified booking
Efficient system to buy tickets. It was easy to get them and then you only had to print them at the front desk
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Combos
Combo (Save 5%): Changing of the Guards + Tower of London Tickets
from £49.80
£47.31
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- Say yes to savings with this combo ticket! Witness the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and explore the historic Tower of London.
- Experience the Changing of the Guard on a 1.5-hour guided walking tour in a small group setting.
- Gain unique insights into the guards' traditions with expert commentary and audio headsets.
- Visit the Tower of London to view the Crown Jewels, including regalia used in coronation ceremonies, and delve into their rich history.
- Explore The White Tower, the Medieval Palace, and the Bloody Tower, uncovering their historical significance and dark tales.
- Say yes to savings with this combo ticket! Witness the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and explore the historic Tower of London.
- Experience the Changing of the Guard on a 1.5-hour guided walking tour in a small group setting.
- Gain unique insights into the guards' traditions with expert commentary and audio headsets.
- Visit the Tower of London to view the Crown Jewels, including regalia used in coronation ceremonies, and delve into their rich history.
- Explore The White Tower, the Medieval Palace, and the Bloody Tower, uncovering their historical significance and dark tales.
Inclusions
Changing of the Guards at Buckingham Palace
- Changing of the Guard Ceremony
- 1.5-hour walking tour around Buckingham Palace
- Expert English-speaking tour guide
- Audio headsets
- Small group tour of 20 people or fewer
Tower of London
- Entry to the Tower of London
- Access to The Crown Jewels
Entry to:
- The White Tower
- Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula
- Battlements
- Medieval Palace
- Bloody Tower
- Torture at the Tower exhibition
- Fusiliers Museum
- Royal Mint exhibition
- Access to the children's activity trails and live historical re-enactments
Changing of the Guard
- Tip: After the ceremony, take a stroll through St. James's Park, located just opposite the palace, and enjoy views of the lake and wildlife.
- Changing of the Foot Guards Ceremony takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
- Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
Tower of London
- Tip: Look for the Tower of London's famous ravens near Buckingham Palace; these mythical birds are said to protect the monarchy.
- The Crown Jewels are a working collection and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.
- Not all areas are accessible to wheelchair users.
- Trained assistance dogs are welcome.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Sandra
Dec 2024Verified booking
The Tower of London is fabulous, a huge site with hundreds of years of history. We explored the whole castle, walked the battlements and chatted to the yeomen.
ALYSSA
Dec 2024Verified booking
Very good visit ! we stayed there for a little over 2 hours to tour the site and explore the different rooms. There is a lot to see and it is very interesting. Opportunity to see the Crown Jewels (which is the reason for our visit) but everything else about the tour is just as amazing ! You will be able to see for example: the White Tower, the ravens, the Chapel, as well as different exhibition rooms which give you a lot of explanations... all with a view of the Tower Bridge.
Orphée
Dec 2024Verified booking
Buying the tickets was quick and easy, and we were inside the Tower in no time. Every 30 minutes, there’s a free guided tour with a Yeoman, which we joined and would highly recommend. Our guide was both funny and knowledgeable, making the experience even more enjoyable. After the tour, we explored the different buildings inside the Tower at our own pace. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I highly recommend it!
Mara
Dec 2024Verified booking
Our guide was very caring. The way the tour was conducted was eventful and exciting. Would do a tour with Natalie again and again. Thank you!
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Samuel
Dec 2024Verified booking
The tour guide was well knowledgeable and in the times when nothing was happening at the changing of the guard, he kept us informed. I totally appreciated the story of the man that broke in and was with the queen, and the fact that she understood him and greeted him well.... amazing story, I'm sure it was an event.
Sebastian
Dec 2024Verified booking
The Eye of London is not worth it for the price and the duration of the ride. However the Tower of London is absolutely worth it, extremely friendly yeomans, an architectural masterpeace and an importante cultural cite to visit
Debora
Dec 2024Verified booking
It was super easy to get in with e-tickets, I showed up at the entrance and once scanned they let me in right away, the Tower of London then is spectacular.
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Matthew
Dec 2024Verified booking
Kateryna our guide was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and a great sense of humour, engaged everyone in the group. She also knew the best vantage points during the changing of the guard.
Silke
Dec 2024Verified booking
Our guide Kevin was an English original and was full of heart and wit! Very entertaining and amusing! A real experience: simply top!
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Karin
Dec 2024Verified booking
All the staff were very friendly, there were no queues, everything was very overwhelming, the paths well described, toilets top, the narrator was funny and super loud voice everyone could understand her as she told us the stories of kings and kings with factual words and funny details.
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Tina
Dec 2024Verified booking
Thoroughly enjoyed the tower of London, especially the Warden tour. We allocated 4 hrs but it just wasn't enough time. Was disappointed with tower bridge as we thought that we would see under the bridge workings a d engine e room, but it was just a display of the engines in a building. The walkways were interesting. Views were amazing
Luca
Dec 2024Verified booking
Given the price of the attraction, I expected the audio guide to be included. I used the online audio guide indicated at the time of entry but had difficulty, especially at first, locating the tour route and identifying the places corresponding to the comments in the guidebook itself. I suggest that the route of the visit be more clearly indicated by also putting up signs at the places with which a commentary is associated in the audioguide
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Nicoleta
Dec 2024Verified booking
Everything went well, easy and we managed to achieve all the visits on out list in time. Good interaction with the staff.
Teresa
Dec 2024Verified booking
Ticketing experience was great - very easy. I wish the Tower was more handicap accessible, though I know that can't really be helped.
Zoe
Nov 2024Verified booking
It was really lovely to be able to see so much of the historic building. I thought the walking escalator to see the crowns was a nice touch as it meant everyone was able to clearly see and not crowd around.
Tali
Nov 2024Verified booking
Loved going to Tower of London. My Sons are decendents of Colonel Thomas Blood so it was very special to take them to see their great great great great grandfather's history! A must see for anyone visiting London for the first time
Robertus
Nov 2024Verified booking
The kindness and help of the personnel. One member of our group lost his cap. By asking one of the wardens for advice it was located in minutes. Thank you and well done!
Jacqueline
Nov 2024Verified booking
Loved the short tour with the Beefeater, she was great. It was great having the rest of the day to go where we pleased. The Crown Jewels were amazing!
Jose
Nov 2024Verified booking
I would never be able to understand what was happening nor figure out which way to go without a guide. She was awesome, very nice with a great spirit and sense of humor and explained in details each part of the tour. I definitely recommend.
PATRIZIA
Nov 2024Verified booking
Elasticity, although we bought the ticket with a specific time, we were, due to traffic, late but they immediately let us in without any problems.The jewelry is wonderful and The Tower is simply fabulous.
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Sandra
Nov 2024Verified booking
We had a wonderful time and the half day trip to Windsor Castle was defenitley worth it! If you are thinking about going, do it! Our guide Ava and driver Trisha were excellent! The bus was very nice and clean, and pick up was a breeze. There was plenty of room on the bus as the entire group size ended up only being about 20 people, which was nice! Trisha was an excellent driver and very nice! Ava was fantastic and talked about some of the history of the castle and royalty on the ride up. Ava walked us up to the castle and gave us our wristbands for entry. She gave great instructions on how to get back to the bus after as well. After going through quick security, We got there just in time to see the changing of the guard. We had plenty of time to see the State Apartments & St.George Chapel (we skipped the dollhouse) & then grabbed some coffee and did some shopping before heading back to the bus. Only a few times/rooms throughout the tour did it feel busy/crowded, so it was nice to take our time and see everything without having to wait on people/room to move around. We were dropped back off at our pickup point after. I would recommend this tour to anyone who is visiting London and has never been to Windsor before.
Juan
Nov 2024Verified booking
Had no problem with use of Tickets to Tower or London Eye both scanned just fine. Transaction was smooth and saved a little money using this company! I recommend !
Alisa
Nov 2024Verified booking
The initial introduction in the church was fascinating and AJ did a fabulous job of giving us a history lesson in such a short time before turning us loose to explore the complex. I was pleasantly surprised by the speed of the lines to get into see the Crown Jewels and the White Tower.
S
Nov 2024Verified booking
The tour by Nev was excellent. Very humorous and informative. The Crown Jewels exhibition was really impressive and the royal residence area was very interesting. The cafe was also good.
Aysenur
Nov 2024Verified booking
I bought my ticket via this app and with 10% discount via my first booking. We entered the castle easily with prtinted version. I have lots of negative comments on internet but they are not true. Headout is really reliable.
Guided Tours
Tower of London Guided Tour, Thames Cruise, Changing of the Guards and Optional Opening Ceremony
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION4 hours
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START POINT
Tower of London Ticket Office
Meet your English-speaking guide at the Ticket Office at the Tower of London.
0.16 km
3 minutes
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Tower of London
Tickets included
The Tower of London, a historic castle on the banks of the River Thames, is a symbol of British power and history. This iconic fortress has served as a royal palace, an armory, a prison, and a treasury.
0.16 km
3 minutes
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Thames River Cruise
8 attractions
Tickets included
Experience the magic of London from the River Thames, a relaxing and scenic way to explore the city! Cruise past iconic landmarks like the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye, and St Paul's Cathedral, while learning about the city's rich history and culture from your English-speaking guide.
Nearby things to do
Tower Bridge
21 min walk
The Shard
22 min walk
HMS Belfast
22 min walk
St. Paul's Cathedral
14 min walk
Shakespeare's Globe
15 min walk
London Eye
8 min walk
Big Ben
1 min walk
Westminster Abbey
2 min walk
3.37 km
27 minutes
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Skip the lines at the Tower, & watch the Changing of the Guard.
- See the Tower of London, the Changing of the Guard, and a Thames River cruise in one day, saving time and money.
- Get a healthy dose of royalty as you marvel at the Crown Jewels at the Tower and the palatial residence of Buckingham Palace.
- With a guided tour of the Tower, the Thames River cruise, and the Buckingham Palace grounds, you can learn much about the city and its rich history.
- While skip-the-line early access to the Tower is guaranteed, you can also upgrade your experience to see the Beefeater (Yeoman Warders) opening ceremony.
Skip the lines at the Tower, & watch the Changing of the Guard.
- See the Tower of London, the Changing of the Guard, and a Thames River cruise in one day, saving time and money.
- Get a healthy dose of royalty as you marvel at the Crown Jewels at the Tower and the palatial residence of Buckingham Palace.
- With a guided tour of the Tower, the Thames River cruise, and the Buckingham Palace grounds, you can learn much about the city and its rich history.
- While skip-the-line early access to the Tower is guaranteed, you can also upgrade your experience to see the Beefeater (Yeoman Warders) opening ceremony.
Inclusions
Tower of London
- Guided tour of the Tower of London
- Skip-the-line early access
- English-speaking guide
- Opening ceremony at the Tower of London (as per option selected)
Thames River Cruise
- Sightseeing cruise on the River Thames
- English-speaking guide
Buckingham Palace
- Walking tour around Buckingham Palace
- Changing of the Guards ceremony
Exclusions
- Entry to the Buckingham Palace
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Tower of London, Changing of the Guard, and Thames River Cruise
- The Crown Jewels are a working collection and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.
- Some lines may form due to increased security measures, even with skip-the-line access.
- The Changing of the Guard is subject to changes in date, time, and cancellation at the discretion of British authorities. Please note that the schedule may change and on different dates, you will see either Foot Guards or Horse Guards.
- In case the Changing of the Guard ceremony is canceled, you will be provided with a walking tour of Westminster instead.
- Keep in mind that large bags, sharp objects, and items that can cause security hazards are not allowed in these experiences. Pack wisely!
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for these experiences.
- These experiences are partially wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venues.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Saldino
Dec 2024Verified booking
What I loved the most was all of the valuable information that the guide gave us. From the sites, locations and restaurants. I'll definitely be returning and recommend this service to my friends and family.
Sherry
Oct 2024Verified booking
Our guide was knowledgeable and personable. The allotted time at the Tower of London would have been awesome if it was even 30 minutes longer. However as part of the tour included a boat ride down the Thames there was a schedule that had to be adhered to.
Katharine
Oct 2024Verified booking
Natalie was amazing! She gave us facts instead of pointing to something and giving us the name as we walked by. It was fascinating!
Linda
Oct 2024Verified booking
This was the most fabulous 4-hour tour. Our guide was Natalie. She was attentive to every single person on the tour and made sure we always got the best viewing spots. Our ticket included a Thames ride in addition to the Crown Jewels, Tower of London and changing of the guard at Buckinghma Palace. I truly feel your visit of London would not be complete without it.
Matthew
Oct 2024Verified booking
The guide was great was able to get us into great spots for photos quickly. Well planned. Well executed! The directions to meet up are a bit dodgy. The guides carry little flags on sticks but the booking makes it sound as if there is sign creating confusion till you figure it out.
Denise
Oct 2024Verified booking
The tower of london has always been on my bucket list and the tour guide Sophie was absolutely amazing. She was funny and knowledgeable and really gave a great tour.
Geni
Sep 2024Verified booking
They were calling when I was on a ship not able to take a phone call but ended up getting the info via voice maile time was earlier. I'm good. Once in London I get a phone call. I said I got the message time change and the Rep was no I had to be a different day . As soon as I said I can't do that all of a sudden she say she can't hear me trouble on the line . Maybe but I could hear her. She said call back the number I just called on. I did ended up being a phone tree and I pressed the option to call me back which didn't happened. I'm assuming it's cancelled. The following day another Rep calls to tell me about the time change which doesn't work now since I assumed you all cancelled on me. She said she would refund my money which better happen. This was not on me and please do the right thing.
Jaime
Sep 2024Verified booking
We had a great time. Our guide was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed the experience. I do wish we could have had more time at the tower.
Lynne
Aug 2024Verified booking
Our tour guide Jeremy was the best part of the experience. He was friendly, informative and funny. The reason I didn't rate it awesome is because we didn't actually get a guided tour of the Tower of London or early access as was advertised
Manuela
Aug 2024Verified booking
The Tower of London. It's a shame that we had so little time inside the Tower and couldn't see everything at our leisure.
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Aug 2024Verified booking
The Harry Potter performance was sublime, with the actors living up to their roles, the set, special effects and atmosphere were great ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Laura
Jul 2024Verified booking
Seeing the sights, going on the boat were nice. Getting through the line quickly was nice. Not sure your was completely necessary to view Tower of london
Nigel
Jul 2024Verified booking
Jeremy was very knowledgeable and entertaining tour guide but the tour was tower of Lond and changing of the guards but there was no guards changing. We still enjoyed the tour though
Stärkel,
May 2024Verified booking
The early tour of the Tower with the Changing of the Guard and the Crown Jewels is an absolute recommendation. Mary, our guide, then led us through the sights of Westminster and gave us lots of additional information. You could tell that she is still fascinated by this city. And that's exactly what she conveyed to us as a group in a very authentic way. Top!
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Sarah
May 2024Verified booking
Louise was extremely knowledgeable and a very experienced welcoming guide. The overall experience was exceptional, however 1 hour in the Tower of London is just not long enough to enjoy or see it all.
Gràinne
Apr 2024Verified booking
Overall a very enjoyable experience. The guide Isabelle was exceptional full of nuggets of information. For me travelling with two children under 13 some concession should have been given. Definitely recommend to my colleagues just double check what your paying for and booked.
Victoria
Mar 2024Verified booking
Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and very engaging. A really enjoyable experience. I learnt quite a few new bits of information about London. I really enjoyed watching the opening ceremony of the Tower of London and the Crown Jewels.
Elisabeth
Nov 2024Verified booking
Natalie was a great tourguide!
Marco
Sep 2024Verified booking
Everything was perfect. Could not have been better very excited to have done this visit.
Rowan
Aug 2024Verified booking
Jeremy led a really fun and informative tour of the City. Highly recommend.
Ashley
Aug 2024Verified booking
Jeremy was a great guide- very engaging and knowledgable.
Laura
Aug 2024Verified booking
The instructor Lee was super affable and gracious when we were late to the tour. Very knowledgeable Lee was.
Christina
Aug 2024Verified booking
Our tour guide Jeremy was fantastic!!! He was informative and fun!
Joan
Aug 2024Verified booking
Guide was interesting and informative.
Norman
Jul 2024Verified booking
Ticket experience was easy and worked out well! Hi was a great tour guide who was friendly and knowledgeable
- Enjoy a luxury coach ride through London, led by an expert guide who provides insightful stories and anecdotes about the city's landmarks along the way.
- Benefit from an audio headset that lets you listen to your guide's engaging commentary about the ceremony and the rich history behind it.
- Witness the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony outside Buckingham Palace, a quintessential display of British tradition and pageantry.
- Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to observe the guards wearing their vibrant uniforms and bearskin hats as they march and take on the responsibility of guarding the palace.
- Elevate your experience with the option of a tranquil Thames River cruise or a delightful afternoon tea at the Rubens, overlooking Buckingham Palace.
- Enjoy a luxury coach ride through London, led by an expert guide who provides insightful stories and anecdotes about the city's landmarks along the way.
- Benefit from an audio headset that lets you listen to your guide's engaging commentary about the ceremony and the rich history behind it.
- Witness the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony outside Buckingham Palace, a quintessential display of British tradition and pageantry.
- Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to observe the guards wearing their vibrant uniforms and bearskin hats as they march and take on the responsibility of guarding the palace.
- Elevate your experience with the option of a tranquil Thames River cruise or a delightful afternoon tea at the Rubens, overlooking Buckingham Palace.
Inclusions
- Guided coach tour to Buckingham Palace
- Changing of the Guard Ceremony
- Experienced guide
- WiFi and USB charging on board
- Personal audio headset
- Thames River cruise (as per option selected)
- Afternoon tea at the Rubens overlooking Buckingham Palace. See menu here (as per option selected)
- The Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace takes place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday (subject to availability).
- If there is no changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, you will instead see the ceremony at Horse Guards Parade.
- River cruise is independent and is a one-way trip from Westminster Pier to Tower Pier.
- Children aged between 3 to 16 years will be served the children's afternoon tea menu.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Carsten
Apr 2024Verified booking
Our travel guide was a very charming eloquent Lady, who explained everything and told many little secrets of the city. The bus driver was also an expert, while it was not easy to get along all the closures because of the London Marathon...
Yadira
Apr 2024Verified booking
Firstly, for the price of the tour, I thought that we would have access to see inside the palace. Second, with so many people there is very little visibility to see the changing of the guard and take even a video. In general it did not meet my expectations.
christa
Dec 2023Verified booking
Ruth the guide was very knowledgeable and kept us entertained throughout with a sense of humour and great anecdotal titbits. We were fortunate to have her as a guide. Thank you. Christa Moeckli
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- Enter the iconic Buckingham Palace, and opt to witness the Change of the Guard ceremony with an expert guide.
- Watch the guards in red tunics and bearskin hats march before the grand palace, then explore the Royal Family’s residence with the official audio guide.
- Walk through the royal State Rooms, where the royal family holds their many events and receptions, and admire the 47-meter-long Picture Gallery.
- The gallery houses the Royal collection such as Van Dyck's portrait of Henrietta Maria, wife of Charles I, scenes of Venice, by Canaletto, and more.
Choose to witness the Changing of the Guard or enjoy a walk in St James's Park while hearing fascinating tales of King Henry VIII's hunting adventures.
- Enter the iconic Buckingham Palace, and opt to witness the Change of the Guard ceremony with an expert guide.
- Watch the guards in red tunics and bearskin hats march before the grand palace, then explore the Royal Family’s residence with the official audio guide.
- Walk through the royal State Rooms, where the royal family holds their many events and receptions, and admire the 47-meter-long Picture Gallery.
- The gallery houses the Royal collection such as Van Dyck's portrait of Henrietta Maria, wife of Charles I, scenes of Venice, by Canaletto, and more.
Choose to witness the Changing of the Guard or enjoy a walk in St James's Park while hearing fascinating tales of King Henry VIII's hunting adventures.
Inclusions
- Hosted entry to Buckingham Palace
- Official Palace multimedia guide for interiors
- Headsets
- Changing of the Guard Ceremony with an English-speaking guide (as per option selected)
- St. James Park walking tour (as per option selected)
- Tip: Don't forget to stop and admire the Grand Staircase, a very prominent feature of the Palace that talks a lot about its aesthetic interiors.
- On the days when the Changing of the Guard ceremony is not available, a visit to the Horseguards Parade will be arranged in its place.
- Cancellation due to bad weather is not announced before 11am. When this occurs, you will still see a ‘wet change’ during which the guards march but without the usual music or parade.
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Richard
Oct 2024Verified booking
Ticketing was easy using app and found headout with a google search. Gorgeous paa as lace....wish I could have some picture memories
MARY
Sep 2024Verified booking
Ticketing was easy and our guide Sion was fabulous! Nice tour around the palace area first with Sion and then went thru the state rooms as advertised with an audio headset which was well done!
Pauline
Sep 2024Verified booking
Too much historical background from the tour guide in which, some aren't really interesting to foreigners. Would prefer more time either on watching guards changing or touring the state rooms.
Sharon
Sep 2024Verified booking
Ticketing went quite easily. The day we saw the palace was okay but the guide never announced that we wouldn't see Changing of the Guards. It was also quite a long walk around in circles to get to our entry point.
Nicholas
Sep 2024Verified booking
The ticketing was fine. The experience was once in a lifetime! It ws a very fitting end to our trip to London. The incredible elegance of the Palace State rooms can not be adequately put into words. I recognized many of the rooms for pictures I have seen. Our tour guide was geat, very funny. The whole day was very enjoyable.
David
Sep 2024Verified booking
Once we got to the palace it was good. There was no changing of the guard because of "horse vacation". No reduction in price offered
PHILIP
Sep 2024Verified booking
Our guide was extremely pleasant but she gave out (at times) very inaccurate information on the tour....e.g. she called Horse Guards parade "the arena" and said Queen Victoria never left Windsor castle after Prince Albert died and had died at Windsor.... and other minor/major errors. As our group consisted of a lot of foreign tourists (mainly American) I felt they deserved a better more accurate tour which unfortunately our guide was unable to give. The tour consisted of a LOT of walking which wasn't anticipated and we never actually saw the changing of the guard, rather, we were "positioned" at a great distance to catch a glimpse of the parade passing by. We thoroughly enjoyed Buckingham Palace but on reflection it would have been better to book entry directly with the Palace and wait at the Palace railings to actually see the changing of the guard.
Razvan
Sep 2024Verified booking
A beautiful experience. Very informative guide. Aron. An awesome guy with great atitude and a lortof info delivered in a pleasant way
Leonides
Sep 2024Verified booking
Excellent tour, touring the palace is a fascinating experience! The person who received us "The Tour Guy" is excellent; only that the application generated an error, sent us to the wrong meeting point, but The Tour Guy located us by phone and we arrived on time.
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Deborah
Sep 2024Verified booking
Loved the tour but very disappointed we didn't get to see the changing of the guard. Due to rotten instructions we couldn't find the meeting point on our day. So we had to reschedule and it rained. Horrible day
Michael
Aug 2024Verified booking
I personally wouldn't recommend using this site as it's not the most open, meeting the guide was pure guess work and we could easily have been missed off, I tried contacting them several times but no joy. Speaking with others on the tour they had the same feeling about Headout so clearly it's not just me. Again personally I'd avoid I have three stars purely for the palace and the palace alone, go through the genuine palace tour section and book direct. Headout won't be getting my trade again.
Cindi
Aug 2024Verified booking
Ticketing great. The palace was beautiful. Recognized some of the rooms from pictures. No photos are allowed inside Buckingham Palace.
Brooke
Aug 2024Verified booking
Great tour provided by Mary! She was full of knowledge, patient and accommodating with our group especially when it was such a busy venue to be around. Would highly recommend this tour.
Iryna
Aug 2024Verified booking
Great experience and our Guide Sion was very welcoming , informative and friendly. We did enjoy his company. However, it wasn't clear in time of booking online that he would not be present inside the Buckingham building itself, still because of his work it made our visit more enjoyable.
Sheena
Aug 2024Verified booking
A wonderful experience walking around London and hearing about the rich history and then immersing ourselves into the ornate rooms of Buckingham Palace. A glorious glimpse into Royal lives. The booking experience with HeadOut was excellent and our guide was top notch. Overall one of our London highlights.
Ruya
Aug 2024Verified booking
Our guide Sophie made it really interesting and not boring at all even for my 10 year old. Thanks to her for her engagement and smile.
Justyna
Aug 2024Verified booking
It was a great adventure with lots of interesting stories that we could hear from the great guide Aron. Thank you and see you soon😀
Malva
Aug 2024Verified booking
It's impossible to visit the two universities in 10 hours. I saw another tour that takes 12 hours. With two more hours, is possible. We didn't visit the chruch at Cambridge. We had literaly to run at the tour. You could inform that It's impossible to buy food during the tour, because of the time. If I know it was so busy, I didn't take the tour for the two universities.
Maris
Aug 2024Verified booking
We learned a lot from our friendly guide Raffa (maybe spelling is different). Duration was optimal. The Palace was excellent.
Gayle
Aug 2024Verified booking
Loved the tour. Rafe(?) the guide was knowledgeable, entertaining and found all the best places for us to see the changing of the guard.
MR
Aug 2024Verified booking
We loved the Buckingham Palace state rooms. Before we went into the palace we had an amazing guild called Siôn who was very informative and made our day that extra bit better.
Dennis
Jul 2024Verified booking
Buckingham Palace was terrific. Most surprising, and pleasantly so, was the quality and comprehensiveness of the pre-palace walking tour. Our guide Raf was a well trained and personable professional. Thanks Raf!!!
Patricia
Jul 2024Verified booking
Ticket process was very easy online - I received email updates and detailed info on the event. Our guide, Anna, was from Brazil and was very personable and cute when she was searching for the English word for something. Very nice. The only criticism I have is that the tour location for watching the changing of the guards at Buckingham Palace was quite far away, so even though you could see "movement" it really wasn't close enough to see details or get pics. All in all, a fun activity.
Greetje
Jul 2024Verified booking
Nice walk with the guide and then the tour of the staterooms with the audio tour. Was crowded but we were able to get in fairly quickly.
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Janet
Jul 2024Verified booking
The experience at Buckingham Palace was really good, however the walk there was disappointing. We lost the guide, along with a few others as she told us to take a look at the guards walking back up the Mall and when we turned back she was gone! There was no way of seeing her as she had no flag, etc. As a fellow Brit, my biggest disappointment was her complete lack of respect for the Monarchy. Coughing when she mentioned Queen Camilla, calling Queen Victoria 'Vicky' and calling the guards 'fluffy hats'. This is just a few of the comments made, there were many more. I wondered why she was in the job, as she obviously doesn't like the Monarchy. If I pay for a guided tour then I expect the person to know facts abd names as well as use the correct names. Assuming that everyone on the tour is interested in the Monarchy, then disrespecting the current Queen is not professional, and her own views should not have been expressed. I would not recommend this tour if you want to learn about the Monarchy or have a tour guide who actually likes them.
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Why visit Buckingham Palace in London
Experience the British monarchy
Buckingham Palace is your ticket to royal life! Tour the elegant State Rooms, marvel at priceless treasures, and watch the iconic Changing of the Guard. It’s a fun and fascinating peek into Britain’s monarchy you won’t forget!
Which Buckingham Palace ticket is best for you?
If you are an art enthusiast
Go for: Entry to the King's Gallery
Duration: Flexible
Guide: Multimedia
- At the King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace displays over 160 significant works of art, including masterpieces by Michelangelo, Raphael, Vermeer, Rembrandt, and other celebrated artists.
- These tickets grant access to the gallery and include a multimedia guide that enriches your experience and provides insight into each artwork on display.
Recommended tickets:
- King's Gallery at Buckingham Palace
If you want to learn royal traditions
Go for: Changing of the Guard ceremony
Duration: 2-2.5 hours
Guide: English-speaking guide
- Grab these tickets to witness the vibrant ceremony in red, enjoy the lively music, and join a small group tour of 20 people with an English-speaking expert and audio headsets for all the details.
- Enhance your visit with a 1.5-hour walking tour of Buckingham Palace, or upgrade to explore St. James Park or enjoy skip-the-line entry to Westminster Abbey!
Recommended tickets:
- Changing of the Guard tour
- Changing of the Guard tour at Buckingham Palace
If you want to explore more
Go for: Combo tours
Duration: Around 4 hours or more
Guide: Yes
- Get ready for a royal adventure with three epic combos! Skip the lines and explore Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace, or enjoy the Changing of the Guards, the Tower of London, and a Thames River cruise!
- With combo tickets, you skip the fuss of booking each attraction separately and score an irresistible discount while you’re at it!
Recommended tickets:
- Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace Guided Tour
- Tower of London Guided Tour with Early Access, Thames River Cruise & Changing of the Guards
If you want to enjoy London's charm
Go for: City tour
Duration: 3 hours
Guide: Yes
- Hop on a luxury coach for a guided tour to Buckingham Palace! Your expert guide will share fascinating stories and hidden gems about London's iconic landmarks along the way.
- Next, enjoy a classic British moment with the Changing of the Guard outside Buckingham Palace. Upgrade to a serene Thames River cruise, or treat yourself to afternoon tea with stunning palace views!
Recommended tickets:
- City tour
Buckingham Palace highlights
While Buckingham Palace is another world altogether in terms of grandiosity and spaciousness, here are the top highlights that you can explore on your visit.
State Rooms
The State Rooms are total showstoppers! You've got garden views, the Music Room with its cool curved wall, stunning Drawing Rooms, a grand Throne Room, and a Picture Gallery packed with masterpieces by Rembrandt, Rubens and more.
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The Royal Mews
The Royal Mews is where Buckingham Palace's rides steal the show! Think jaw-dropping carriages, majestic horses, and the dazzling Gold State Coach. Bonus: you might catch the Windsor Greys gearing up for their next royal moment. So regal, right?
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The King's Gallery
Love art? You'll adore the King's Gallery! Think da Vinci, Holbein, and other Royal Collection gems in a space that was once a wartime chapel. Perfect for your inner aristocrat (or just your Insta feed!).
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Royal Gardens
You won't believe the magic hiding in the Buckingham Palace Gardens! Picture 39 acres of lush greenery, over 1,000 trees, and a lake with swans and ducks. Spring blooms? Stunning! Oh, and don't miss treasures like the Waterloo Vase and the cozy summerhouse!
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The Grand Staircase
Step onto Buckingham Palace's Grand Staircase, a John Nash creation that's basically royal theater! The grand portraits lining the walls feature Queen Elizabeth's grandparents, George III and Queen Charlotte, plus her parents. Climbing, it feels like entering royal history itself!
Marble Hall
Marble Hall is where Buckingham Palace gets mythical! Think marble statues of Greek and Roman gods everywhere. The star? Canova's stunning Mars and Venus are carved from a single stone. It's like a red carpet for royalty and legends alike!
Changing of the Guard
Picture this: red coats, bearskin hats, and a marching band—it's the Changing of the Guard! This 15-minute royal tradition happens at Buckingham Palace every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday at 11am. Grab a prime spot at Victoria Memorial steps.
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Treasures of the Palace
Where else can you gaze at Rembrandt's genius and then drool over the Koh-i-Noor diamond? Buckingham Palace's Royal Collection and Crown Jewels deliver big on history, art, and jaw-dropping sparkle. It's royalty at its most fabulous!
Plan your visit to Buckingham Palace
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Opening hours:
- 10 July 2025 - 31 August 2025: 9:30am to 7:30pm, with the last entry at 5:30pm.
- 1 September 2025 - 28 September 2025: 9:30am to 6:30pm, with the last entry at 4:30pm.
Note: You can also explore other attractions within the Palace or join a Changing of the Guard tour. The exact timings for these experiences will be provided on your tickets when booking.
Closed on:
- Buckingham Palace is generally closed to the public except from July to September.
- The Royal Mews: November 4, 2024, to December 31, 2024, reopening on March 1, 2025.
- The State Rooms: September 30, 2024, to July 10, 2025.
Address: London SW1A 1AA, United Kingdom
- By Train: Southern or Southeastern railway line (London Victoria or London Charing Cross station)
- By Tube: Jubilee line (Green Park station), District or Circle line (St. James Park station)
- By Coach or Bus: Bus numbers 11, 211, C1, and C10 (Victoria Coach Station, a 10-minute walk from the Palace)
- By Car: Victoria Car Park or Q-Park Victoria is the nearest car parking.
Buckingham Palace features three main entrances:
- The North Centre Gate: The primary access point for the public and staff, leading straight into the palace grounds.
- The Central Gate: This entrance is reserved for state occasions and is the venue for royal ceremonies and special events.
- The Garden Entrance: This access point opens up to the beautiful gardens and is commonly used during special events and garden tours.
- Audio-visual guide: A multimedia guide is offered in various languages, including British Sign Language and audio-descriptive formats.
- Shop: Remember to grab a souvenir from the Palace gift shop to commemorate your visit!
- Washroom: Restrooms and baby care facilities are conveniently situated in the garden area at the end of the visitor route.
- Folding stools: Folding stools are available on a first-come, first-served basis for visitors who need seating.
- Step-free access: An alternative entrance is provided for visitors who need to avoid stairs.
- Wheelchairs for loan: Manual wheelchairs are available for free loan, pending availability, and should be reserved in advance.
- Accessible restrooms: Wheelchair-accessible toilets can be found at both the beginning and end of the access route.
- Shuttle service available: A Golf Card shuttle service transports wheelchair users across the gravel forecourt to the main entrance.
- Lifts: The Palace has two elevators, providing convenient access to various levels throughout the building.
- Free companion access: Visitors with disabilities can obtain a complimentary companion ticket for free access.
- Registered assistance dogs: Service dogs are warmly welcomed, and staff members are happy to provide water upon request.
- No foods and drinks: Eating and drinking are prohibited inside Buckingham Palace. However, bottled water can be carried along.
- Restricted filming policy: Photography and filming are not allowed inside the Palace's State Rooms. The Palace Gardens, however, permit visitors to shoot for non-commercial purposes.
- No strollers: Pushchairs are not allowed to be taken inside State Rooms.
- No pets allowed: Only guide, hearing, or assistance animals are allowed inside the Palace; unfortunately, pets are not permitted.
- No smoking: Do not smoke and vape, i.e., use electronic cigarettes, anywhere in Buckingham Palace or Gardens.
- Bag size limitations: Large bags (over 45cm × 20cm × 30cm) are not allowed inside. Only small bags and handbags are permitted.
- Put your phones on silent: Please silence your mobile phone before entering the State Rooms and avoid making or answering calls while inside.
- Respect the art: Please avoid touching any artworks, furniture, or artifacts on display to help preserve them for future visitors.
- Garden Cafe (on the palace premises): The Garden Café offers a peaceful setting with views of the stunning palace gardens. Enjoy freshly made sandwiches, seasonal salads, delicious cakes, and a variety of drinks, perfect for a relaxing break.
- Bon Gusto (0.6 km): Craving authentic Italian? Bon Gusto serves up divine pasta, seafood risotto, and creamy tiramisu in a modern, cozy atmosphere perfect for any occasion!
- Quilon (0.6 km): Quilon's Michelin-starred menu takes you to India's coast—seafood curries, tandoori plates, and vibrant vegetarian delights, all served in a chic, intimate setting.
- Th@51 Restaurant and Bar (0.6 km): Th@51 brings the world to your plate with shareable mains, bold starters, and cocktails. Enjoy the stylish setting or dine al fresco!
- Luxury: Taj 51 Buckingham Gate Suites and Residences (0.6 km I €470), DUKES London (0.8 km I €430), St. Ermin's Hotel, Autograph Collection (1.1 km I €300)
- Mid-budget: The Resident Victoria (0.4 km I €150), St. James' Court London, A Taj Hotel (0.6 km I €190), Millennium Hotel London Knightsbridge (1.7 km I €170)
- Low-budget: Corbigoe Hotel (1.7 km I €50), The Walrus Bar & Hostel (2 km I €40), Astor Hyde Park Hostel (3 km I €50)
- Churchill War Rooms (0.9 km): Ready for a WWII time capsule? The Churchill War Rooms reveal where Churchill's War Cabinet plotted history, complete with the famous Map Room and original artifacts!
- Westminster Abbey (1.1 km): This stunning blend of history and architecture is where royal weddings, coronations, and burials take place.
- SEA Life London Aquarium (1.6 km): With over 500 species, an epic Shark Walk, and adorable penguins, SEA LIFE London is packed with ocean fun—perfect for marine life lovers!
- London Dungeon (2.2 km): Dare to enter the London Dungeon, where 1,000 years of gruesome history come alive! Encounter Jack the Ripper, Sweeney Todd, and experience thrilling rides that will leave you breathless.
- London Eye (2.2 km): This giant observation wheel gives you a 360-degree panorama of iconic landmarks like Big Ben and St. Paul's.
- St. Paul's Cathedral (4 km): Perched atop Ludgate Hill, St. Paul's Cathedral dazzles with its 366-foot dome and rich history, from royal ceremonies to memorials.
Frequently Asked Questions about Buckingham Palace tickets
How early should I arrive for my visit?
To maximize your experience, aim to arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled entry time.
Can I exit and re-enter during my visit?
Yes, you can leave and return within the same day with your ticket unless it's a timed ticket for a guided tour.
Can I visit Buckingham Palace without going inside?
Yes, you can! The Palace's exterior is breathtaking, and you can also join a guided tour to watch the iconic Changing of the Guard ceremony.
Are young children or infants allowed at Buckingham Palace?
Yes, absolutely! Buckingham Palace welcomes visitors of all ages, so feel free to bring your little ones along to experience the history and grandeur of this iconic landmark.
What should I wear to Buckingham Palace?
While there's no strict dress code, respectful attire is a good idea. Think smart-casual to ensure you feel comfortable while exploring this iconic venue!
What if I need assistance during my visit?
Don't worry! Friendly staff members are available throughout the Palace to help with any questions or needs you might have. Just reach out to them, and they'll be more than happy to assist you!
Can I bring a snack to enjoy in the gardens?
While eating isn't allowed inside the Palace, you can bring a small snack to enjoy in the beautiful gardens after your tour.
Can I take selfies with the guards?
You're welcome to take photos near the guards, but please keep a respectful distance and avoid disturbing them while they're on duty.
Does The King live in Buckingham Palace?
Buckingham Palace is the official residence of The King. However, King Charles and Queen Camilla live at Clarence House, opposite the Palace.