Head into the grounds of Buckingham Palace with entry to the spectacular State Rooms.
London: Buckingham Palace Staterooms & Royal Walking Tour
Summary Description
Highlights
- Access the Palace Staterooms with pre-reserved tickets.
- Explore iconic royal landmarks on a guided walking tour.
- Gain insights into centuries of British monarchy.
- Wander the legendary halls and rooms of Buckingham Palace.
- Enjoy the most comprehensive royal walking tour of London.
Description
Step into the inner sanctuary within the walls and gates of Buckingham Palace. The spectacular State Rooms at Buckingham Palace are open for only a few short months each year and on these dates, you have full access. With pre-reserved tickets you’ll spend more time inside the Palace and avoid the hassle of reserving them yourself. On your way to Buckingham Palace, you’ll dive deep into the heart of royal life in the UK on a walking tour as your guide uncovers centuries of fascinating history.
Venture inside the exquisite Royal State Rooms with an audio guide and explore a collection of ornate 19th-century salons and galleries. See the lavishly decorated White Drawing Room, where the King and Royal Family gather before official events. The regal Throne Room holds the Chairs of Estate, recently used for the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Even more magnificent spaces await on your tour of Buckingham Palace that are still used by the Royal Family to entertain guests.
A royal walking tour of London serves as your introduction to the Palace and regal life. Your first stop is outside Clarence House, a 19th-century estate that the most recent royals have called home. Then head further back in time to St. James’s Palace, used as a royal residence for over 300 years up until the reign of Queen Victoria and a working palace to this day.
Stroll down The Mall and see the instantly recognizable route running alongside St. James’s Park used for processions during royal weddings, coronations and Jubilee celebrations. Pop into St. James’s Park, the city’s oldest Royal Park, and then pass by Wellington Barracks, home to the royal Foot Guards on duty in the area. Your tour of the Palace’s Royal State Rooms follows your guided walking tour.
Included / Excluded
- Pre-reserved skip-the-line Buckingham Palace tickets (State Rooms)
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour of London
- Audio guide for Buckingham Palace
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Canada Gate, S Carriage Dr, London, UK
Start Location Notes: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Canada Gate, South Carriage Drive, London W1J 7NT. (Please note, taxis will not be allowed to drop guests off at the meeting point).
Start Location Directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/QEtxRPvFAacE77cy5
Commentary
Guide : English
Audio : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, but space is limited please make sure to email our Guest Experience team.
- Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- This tour is in English.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- Please note - The Staterooms are only open from July 11 to September 29th of the current fiscal year.
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
- When you arrive, you will pass through an airport-style security check.
- Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- This tour doesn't include the changing of the guard.
- Tips/Gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
- We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, but space is limited please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at [email protected] at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
- Please note that live guides are not allowed to follow the group inside Buckingham Palace, audio guide is included.
- Please note - The Staterooms are only open from July 11 to September 29th of the current fiscal year.
- Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
Options and Pricing
Skip-the-Line Buckingham Palace & Royal London Walking Tour
| Skip-the-Line Buckingham Palace & Royal London Walking Tour | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (18 - 99 years) | £69.00 |
| Child (6 - 17 years) | £59.00 |
Points of interest
Terms and Conditions
Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.
Additional Information
Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.
Redemption Information
Tickets will be held at the box office
About operator:
Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.
In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Basic Information
- Duration: 3 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Max Group Size: 15
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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