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London
Buckingham Palace Tour: See the Guard & State Rooms!
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Overview
Experience London like royalty with the Buckingham Palace Entrance Ticket & Changing of the Guard Tour! This 2.5-hour adventure lets people see the Changing of the Guard ceremony and explore Buckingham Palace. It's a special treat because the palace is only open for about two months each year.
Watch the colorful Changing of the Guard ceremony. An English-speaking guide will explain what's happening. After that, go inside Buckingham Palace with a tour host. You'll get an audio guide to learn about the State Rooms. These fancy rooms are where the royals host important events. See the lavish rooms used for state and ceremonial events, as you learn the palace's history from the audio guide. Also experience The King's Tour Artists Exhibition, new for 2025!
This tour includes an audio-guided tour of Buckingham Palace, the Changing of the Guard ceremony, and entrance tickets to Buckingham Palace. Expert guides will lead people during the Changing of the Guard. Headsets are provided when needed. This tour does not include hotel pickup or drop-off, or gratuities. This experience gives a look into British royal history and traditions. Book now to see the palace! 
Highlights
Witness Royal Pageantry: See the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony up close.
Explore Buckingham Palace: Go inside the palace and tour the State Rooms with an audio guide.
Expert Guidance: Learn from an English-speaking guide during the Changing of the Guard.
Limited-Time Access: Visit the palace during its limited opening in the summer.
New for 2025!: Experience The King's Tour Artists Exhibition
Hassle-Free Entrance: Enjoy pre-booked tickets and skip the long lines.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers say this tour offers a great look at London's royal traditions, with the Changing of the Guard and Buckingham Palace being major highlights. Be prepared for crowds and a potentially quick pace inside the palace.
Customers enjoyed seeing the Changing of the Guard ceremony.
Visitors loved exploring the State Rooms in Buckingham Palace.
The audio guide was helpful for learning about the palace's history.
The tour guide was very informative.
Some people found it difficult to see the Changing of the Guard due to crowds.
The tour inside the palace felt rushed for some visitors.
The Journey
Buckingham Palace
Experience the grandeur of Buckingham Palace, the official London residence of the British monarch since 1837. Stroll through the vicinity of St. James's Park towards the palace, a symbol of British heritage and a prime location to witness state events. Home to countless historical moments and royal traditions, its iconic facade and rich history draw visitors from around the globe.
Changing of the Guards Ceremony
Witness the spectacular Changing of the Guards ceremony at Buckingham Palace, a time-honored tradition blending vibrant military attire with precise choreography and rhythmic music. This quintessential display of British pageantry showcases either the Foot Guards or the Horse Guards, depending on the Household Cavalry schedule. An unforgettable spectacle of British culture, it highlights the nation's rich military heritage and ceremonial splendor (subject to weather and schedule changes).
Buckingham Palace State Apartments
Delve into the opulent world of the Buckingham Palace State Apartments, opened to the public for a limited time each year. Explore independently with an audio guide, discovering the lavishly decorated rooms used by the Royal Family for official events and entertaining guests. Admire the sparkling chandeliers, classic artworks, and elegant furnishings, offering a unique insight into the life and tastes of the monarch. A rare opportunity to walk in the footsteps of royalty and experience the palace's inner splendor.
The King’s Tour Artists Exhibition
Debuting in 2025, the King's Tour Artists Exhibition within Buckingham Palace's Ballroom provides an exclusive glimpse into the artistic preferences of His Majesty The King. Curated personally by the King, this new exhibition showcases over 70 carefully selected masterpieces from the Royal Collection. The Ballroom provides a magnificent backdrop to this collection of artworks, offering an intimate and unparalleled exploration of royal patronage and artistry.
Know Before You Go
This tour includes an audio guided tour inside Buckingham Palace, entrance ticket for Buckingham Palace, an English Speaking Expert Guide for Changing of the Guard, headsets when appropriate and New for 2025: The King’s Tour Artists Exhibition . It excludes hotel pickup and drop-off and gratuities. There is no specified pickup or drop off location for this experience.
Hot Tip
Arrive early to secure a good viewing spot for the Changing of the Guard ceremony. The crowds can get very large, so planning helps!
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