3 hours
E-voucher
English
Overview
No visit to London is complete until you have partaken in a series of its quintessential traditions including a guided stroll down The Mall and through one of London's most beautiful royal parks, as well as a glimpse into the lives of the royal family.Your local guide will take you on a walking tour of the most royal part of London and provide background information about the palace and the royal family. You'll learn about the magnificent St James's Palace, built by Henry VIII, that used to be the official residence of Queen Elizabeth II. Visit St James's Park, once home to the royal zoo, the Mall, built to resemble a giant red carpet leading up to the Palace, and pass by Clarence House, also a Royal palace and home to King Charles and Queen Camilla.After your relaxing walking tour, you'll have the chance to visit the inside of Buckingham Palace which only opens its doors to visitors for two months a year. This is where His Majesty The King extends a royal welcome to visitors, boasting lavish apartments, sparkling chandeliers, and sumptuous furnishings. These rooms house some of the greatest treasures of the Royal Collection.Step inside the Ballroom of Buckingham Palace and explore the brand-new exhibition The King's Tour Artists. Personally chosen by His Majesty The King, this unique collection features over 70 carefully selected masterpieces from the Royal Collection, offering a rare and intimate look at the artistic preferences of the monarch.
Operated by
reservations@citywonders.com
Location
By the Duke of York Column, Waterloo Place. This is the tall column with the statue on top. If you are arriving by tube, take the tube to Piccadilly Circus and exit No. 3 onto Regent Street/St James. Walk south down Regent Street towards St James Park (do not walk north towards Oxford Street). Waterloo Place is at the end of Regent Street. You will see the tall column with a statue on top. If you arrive at Charing Cross Station, walk down the Mall towards Buckingham Palace. You will see the statue on your right at the top of some steps.
Address
London SW1A 1AA, UK
Experience
Inclusions
- Entrance fees
- Guided walking tour
- Headsets (to hear the guide)
Venues
- Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace has served as the official London residence of Britain's sovereigns since 1837 and today is the administrative headquarters of the Monarch. The 19 State Rooms at the palace are regularly used by the Royal family to entertain guests on their State, ceremonial and official visits to the United Kingdom. These beautifully lavish rooms are open to the Public every summer.
Additional Information
- Accessibility:
- Not suitable for wheelchair users or guests with any impairments requiring special assistance
- Discover the Royal Rooms, learn about the legacy, history and traditions of British Royalty
- It is not possible to bring strollers or baby carriages
- Avoid the queues and get your ticket for one of the most exclusive experiences in London
- Not allowed:
- Photography is not permitted within Buckingham Palace but is allowed within the gardens
- Enjoy a walking tour in the company of a local guide through The Mall and St James Park
- Know in advance:
- Timings and sites are subject to last-minute changes on rare occasions
- The tour operator reserves the right to refuse any guest under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or anyone whose behavior is disorderly or poses a threat to other guests and staff
- Extra measures may be implemented at some venues due to heightened global security. As a result, you may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues. Extra measures may also restrict the size of bags that can be brought inside. To avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, it's strongly recommended that you avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour
- Gratuities to guides providing excellent service are appreciated
- Remember to bring:
- Rainproof clothing, weather is very changeable in London
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.