Changing of the Guard: Guided Tour
- Duration: 1h 30mins
- Live guide in English
- Group of max. 20 people
Get the royal treatment with access to the headquarters of the British monarchy
11 options • from $18.29
Combine Buckingham Palace with other London favorites. Some things are better together.
See one of the few working palaces in the world
Multiple tour options – guided, self-guided, audio, interactive
Visit the residence of British royalty
Open to visitors during the summer months – purchase these limited-time tickets in advance
The palace's central location makes it easy to visit other attractions around London
Since Buckingham Palace is only open to visitors during the summer months, you can imagine tickets can be difficult to come by.
Booking Buckingham Palace tickets in advance is nearly always required, not only to avoid the crowded lines, but to ensure access to the King's private residence on your schedule.
Choose the right Buckingham Palace tickets for you:
Entry tickets to Buckingham Palace include access to the State Rooms – lavishly decorated public rooms in Buckingham Palace for important royal events
Tack on a guided tour and learn all about the royal family from an expert, or see other sites around London
Save time and money and book multiple attractions in addition to Buckingham Palace with a London city card, including Changing of the Guard, Royal Mews, Westminster Abbey, and Parliament
The State Rooms of Buckingham Palace are only open to visitors during the summer months, from July to the beginning of October
Tickets are on a timed-entry system – don't be late!
The best time to visit is during the summer when the palace is open and the gardens are in bloom
Evening tours are available with a private booking
Buckingham Palace is wheelchair accessible (and companions can get in for free)
You won't catch a glimpse of the King on your tour – he is not in residence during the summer
Buckingham Palace is the reigning monarch's administrative headquarters; certain parts, such as the Queen's Gallery, are open to the public.
This royal residence is located in Westminster and is easily reached by bus, train, car, or private jet (if you're the king).
Sunday | 09:15 - 18:30 |
Monday | 09:15 - 18:30 |
Tuesday | Closed |
Wednesday | Closed |
Thursday | 09:15 - 18:30 |
Friday | 09:15 - 18:30 |
Saturday | 09:15 - 18:30 |
Sunday | Closed |
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | Closed |
Wednesday | Closed |
Thursday | Closed |
Friday | Closed |
Saturday | Closed |
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